Summary
Date Posted: Monday, December 30 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Regional Deployment Stock (RDS) Unit within the Forward Support Deployment Hub (FSDH), part of the Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM) in the Department of Operational Support (DOS). The role is based in the Regional Service Centre in Entebbe, Uganda, and the incumbent reports to the Chief of Planning and Sourcing Support Section (PSSS) of the United Nations Global Service Centre.
The Department of Operational Support (DOS) provides operational advisory services to UN entities, including field missions, regional commissions, and offices away from headquarters. The Forward Support Deployment Hub (FSDH) in Entebbe supports efficient logistics and supply chain management for regional and ad hoc operational requirements. The RDS Unit plays a critical role in providing logistical support for deployments across the region.

Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of PSSS, the Chief of Unit, Logistics (RDS) is responsible for the following duties:
1. Supervisory Functions:
o Oversee all logistics support for the Regional Deployment Stock (RDS).
o Manage logistics operations, including forecasting, supply schedules, and resolution of urgent operational needs.
2. Logistics Coordination:
o Develop and monitor logistics support plans, including warehouse management for RDS.
o Ensure efficient logistics support for military, police, and substantive components of missions.
o Provide guidance and technical advice to other UN entities operating in the mission area.
3. Management Duties:
o Supervise the preparation and execution of the unit budget.
o Oversee multifunctional logistics operations, ensuring coordination with UNGSC and field missions.
4. Strategic Support:
o Assist in the development of logistics policies and procedures.
o Act as the principal liaison for logistics matters between the mission and the UN Global Service Centre.
o Advise senior management on logistics operations, structures, and staffing.
5. Data Analysis and Reporting:
o Collect and analyze logistics data to identify trends and inform decision-making.
o Use data visualization tools to create reports, dashboards, and presentations.
6. Team Leadership:
o Manage and evaluate staff performance.
o Organize and lead logistics meetings to address ongoing and emerging challenges.
7. Other Duties:
o Ensure logistics operations consider gender-specific needs.
o Perform additional responsibilities as required by the Chief of PSSS.

Competencies
1. Professionalism:
o In-depth knowledge of supply chain and logistics operations.
o Ability to develop and implement logistics plans and policies.
o Expertise in accountability systems for materials, services, and contracts.
o Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
2. Client Orientation:
o Ability to establish productive partnerships with clients.
o Proactively address client needs and provide timely solutions.
3. Planning and Organizing:
o Skill in developing clear goals and priorities.
o Capacity to allocate time and resources efficiently to meet objectives.

Education
• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in logistics, business/public administration, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field.
• A first-level degree with two additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Certification in Supply Chain (e.g., SCOR-P, CSCP) is desirable.

Work Experience
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain management, logistics operations, or related fields.
• Required:
o Experience in warehouse management or inventory/assets management in an international setting.
o At least 3 years of experience supervising teams in supply chain or logistics operations.
• Desirable:
o Experience in logistics operations for field missions or international organizations.
o Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
o Proficiency with data analytics and visualization tools.

Languages
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

Assessment
Qualified candidates may undergo:
1. An assessment exercise.
2. An informal interview.

Special Considerations
• This is a temporary position available for 6 months with the possibility of extension.
• Eligibility may be limited to candidates already based at the duty station.
• Internal candidates may apply as per relevant staff rules.
• The UN Secretariat is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of PSSS, the Chief of Unit, Logistics (RDS) is responsible for the following duties:
1. Supervisory Functions:
o Oversee all logistics support for the Regional Deployment Stock (RDS).
o Manage logistics operations, including forecasting, supply schedules, and resolution of urgent operational needs.
2. Logistics Coordination:
o Develop and monitor logistics support plans, including warehouse management for RDS.
o Ensure efficient logistics support for military, police, and substantive components of missions.
o Provide guidance and technical advice to other UN entities operating in the mission area.
3. Management Duties:
o Supervise the preparation and execution of the unit budget.
o Oversee multifunctional logistics operations, ensuring coordination with UNGSC and field missions.
4. Strategic Support:
o Assist in the development of logistics policies and procedures.
o Act as the principal liaison for logistics matters between the mission and the UN Global Service Centre.
o Advise senior management on logistics operations, structures, and staffing.
5. Data Analysis and Reporting:
o Collect and analyze logistics data to identify trends and inform decision-making.
o Use data visualization tools to create reports, dashboards, and presentations.
6. Team Leadership:
o Manage and evaluate staff performance.
o Organize and lead logistics meetings to address ongoing and emerging challenges.
7. Other Duties:
o Ensure logistics operations consider gender-specific needs.
o Perform additional responsibilities as required by the Chief of PSSS.

Competencies
1. Professionalism:
o In-depth knowledge of supply chain and logistics operations.
o Ability to develop and implement logistics plans and policies.
o Expertise in accountability systems for materials, services, and contracts.
o Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
2. Client Orientation:
o Ability to establish productive partnerships with clients.
o Proactively address client needs and provide timely solutions.
3. Planning and Organizing:
o Skill in developing clear goals and priorities.
o Capacity to allocate time and resources efficiently to meet objectives.
"> Education
• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in logistics, business/public administration, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field.
• A first-level degree with two additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Certification in Supply Chain (e.g., SCOR-P, CSCP) is desirable.

Work Experience
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain management, logistics operations, or related fields.
• Required:
o Experience in warehouse management or inventory/assets management in an international setting.
o At least 3 years of experience supervising teams in supply chain or logistics operations.
• Desirable:
o Experience in logistics operations for field missions or international organizations.
o Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
o Proficiency with data analytics and visualization tools.

Languages
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

Assessment
Qualified candidates may undergo:
1. An assessment exercise.
2. An informal interview.

Special Considerations
• This is a temporary position available for 6 months with the possibility of extension.
• Eligibility may be limited to candidates already based at the duty station.
• Internal candidates may apply as per relevant staff rules.
• The UN Secretariat is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
Applications must be submitted through the UN online recruitment platform Inspira before the deadline at 11:59 PM (New York Time) on 30 December 2024.
Important Notes:
• Ensure all application details are complete and accurate.
• No fee is charged for any stage of the recruitment process.
• Additional information about eligibility, the selection process, and staff regulations is available on the UN Careers Portal.


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