JOB OPENING
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 January 2018
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 11 December 2017
DUTY STATION: Multiple Duty Station
JOB OPENING NUMBER: MONUSCO/01/LOG/SCM/2017
This vacancy is open exclusively to the nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Integrated Warehouse Supervisor the staff member will be responsible for the following:
Responds to internal inquiries from section personnel and clients, or refers them to appropriate contacts/units.
Retrieves information and background research from various sources (e.g. Intra-/Internet, office files, central documentation services, etc.).
Assists in the preparation of requisitions/Service Entry Sheets and enters applicable systems data to initiate requisition process.
Provides updates of requisition status on a regular basis.
Assists in the preparation of material request orders for transfer of assets.
Assists in the preparation of Letters of Assistance (LOA).
Receives and processes claims/receipts.
Records logistics activity and contract performance.
Updates relevant databases (e.g., stock levels of various supply items, asset holdings, logistics project updates).
Assists in the generation of status reports and other reports on various transport and logistics matter as required.
Maintains contract files, office correspondence, and Unit’s files and manuals.
Performs other duties as required.
Competencies:
Professionalism: Knowledge of the Organization’s rules and regulations as they pertain to supply, purchasing and logistics. Demonstrated use of initiative and ability to make appropriate linkages in work requirements and anticipate next steps. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: At least two (02) years of progressively responsible experience of practical field logistics operations, supply chain operations or related area. Familiarity with Logistics SOPs, Mission/Section and Unit guidelines, ST/AIs and Umoja processes is desirable.
Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post fluency in French for both oral and written is required; knowledge of English is desirable.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications together with the United Nations Personal History form (P-11) and/or CV and copies of previous employment certificate(s) by ONE of the following methods:
Only by Email to: [email protected]
All applicants MUST indicate the MONUSCO Job Opening in subject # e.g. MONUSCO/01/LOG/SCM/2017
All candidates MUST indicate their phone numbers and their email address. Applications without phone numbers and email addresses WIL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Applications received after the deadline WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
ONLY successful candidates will be contacted for written substantive tests and competencies evaluations.
In line with the UN policy on gender balance, FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR NATIONALS OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO ONLY.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
