Logistics Assistant

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development.  UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe.  In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position: 

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code	UNOPS/2010/SDOC/CSS/VA0016
Post Title	Logistics Assistant
Post Level	SC3 (ICS5), Q2 - (local position)*
Org Unit	AFO – SDOC
Duty Station	Juba, SUDAN
Duration	9 month (with possibility of extension)
Opening	February 26th, 2010
Closing Date	March 14th, 2010

Background

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has a well-established Sudan Operations Center (SDOC). Current SDOC operations are largely focused on assisting partners with the implementation of physical infrastructure projects including designing, constructing and rehabilitating roads and bridges, schools, clinics and Government and Ministry offices. SDOC also procures goods and services for a number of partners and provides logistics and operational support to institutions in Sudan with the overall objective to build peace and to promote the implementation of the CPA.  UNOPS SDOC works with various United Nations partners including the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the World Bank. UNOPS SDOC is in the process of negotiating with donors on a number of new projects both in the North (including Darfur) and South Sudan. SDOC is thus soliciting applications from experts qualified in Project Management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Logistics Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Logistics/Operations Officer. The incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties and responsibilities. Responsible for receipt, inventory, storage arrangements, record keeping and disbursement of office and project equipment/supplies in accordance with UNOPS rules and regulations. Responsible for identification of maintenance needs of office building(s)/premises, vehicles, furniture, equipment and utilities, and for prompt reporting of said needs to the supervisor. Assist in the upgrading and maintenance of office building(s)/premises, vehicles, furniture, equipment, and utilities. Assist in arranging for clearance of the consignments such as preparing Tax Exemption Certificates and necessary permits from Government. Assist in the supervision of cleaners, guards, and compound staff. Assist in preparation of workshops, seminars, and training. Performs other relevant duties as required.

Required Selection Criteria

Competencies  Proficiency in a Logistics/Procurement or similar environment. Customer oriented and service minded. Ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance. Ability to work with colleagues to achieve organizational goals, and to place team agenda before personal agenda. Ability to work long hours in fast-paced, often stressful environment. Ability to establish priorities, to plan and be able to deliver to timelines. Good negotiating and analytical skills. Good interpersonal skills. Commitment to continuous learning. Education/Experience/Language Secondary Education is must. Specialized certification in the relevant field is must. Minimum 3 – 5 years experience in logistics, procurement and other relevant field preferably with UN or other international organization. University degree is desirable. Computer literate, thorough knowledge of MS Office and other computer software applications and office equipments in use. Knowledge of ATLAS asset and inventory module will be considered an asset. Knowledge of UN rules and regulations will be considered an asset. Fluency in oral/written English and Local Language.

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), to Mr. Koma Henry, Senior HR Assistant, behind ministry of physical infrastructure, Juba, Southern Sudan via e-mail to vacanciesSDOCNat@unops.org. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

* Please note that this is a local post and is open to all nationals of the country of the duty station and to individuals who have a valid work permit.

Additional Considerations

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

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