Somalia: Supply Chain Officer

Position Title : Supply Chain Officer

Duty Station : Mogadishu, Somalia Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 16 October 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading

UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and

non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Resources Management Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall supply chain operations of the mission in Somalia. Measured by IOM Procurement and Supply Key Performance Indicators:

• Best Value Sourcing and Value for Money

• Availability and Quality

• Compliance and Stewardship

• Productivity and Efficiency

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage the logistics operations staff in Somalia and ensure they are provided necessary guidance and support to deliver duties in line with IOM procedures and processors, in close collaboration with country and regional procurement staff.

2. Ensure smooth supply of goods and materials to the projects sites in all islands in Somalia.

3. Coordinate with Contractors and Engineers to ensure required materials for construction is available on site in coordination with operations staff.

4. Assist in the adherence to stockroom management practices, to ensure there is no undue overstocking or loss; control supply stock and monitor consumable materials, in order to be able to provide staff with ready access to common regularly used items and replenishment.

5. Ensure labour payments are made timely basis in coordination with the Operations Manager.

6. In coordination with the Operations Manager and Procurement Officer analyse procurement requests, identify Service Providers, and evaluate information regarding vendor's performance in the areas of quality, prices, and delivery of goods in view of the Organization's best interests.

7. Ensure the proper management of inventory by the staff responsible.

8. Ensure the logistical operations are updated and goods received in Mogadishu are reported.

9. Ensure effective management of vehicles.

10. Communicate, in a timely manner, to the Sr. Resources Management Officer and Head of Sub-Office any potential obstacles or issues that would impede program activities.

11. Prepare weekly report on logistics operations in Mogadishu and review the operations modality and propose adjustments.

12. Implement supply chain initiatives and improvements to support country mission operations.

13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Training and international field experience in the logistics and operations field;

• Experience in large scale procurement and logistics;

• Experience in managing staff and Extensive technical experience;

• Experience in hardship locations;

• Sound skills in reporting and computer excel and word;

• Ability to work under minimum supervision;

• Experience in the Pacific Region and in emergence response;

• Experience running a guest house is an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of any local language used in Somalia is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. n

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 16 October 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 03.10.2017 to 16.10.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/217 (P) - Supply Chain Officer (P2) - Mogadishu, Somalia (55197114) Released

Posting: Posting NC55197134 (55197134) Released