UNITED NATIONS CORE VALUES: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
The United Nation Secretariat maintains rosters of qualified and available candidates to fill anticipated job openings in peacekeeping operations, special political missions, and other field operations. The purpose of this job opening is to generate a list of qualified candidates for inclusion in the [insert job code] roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of six months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection.
Org .Setting And Reporting
These positions are located in Peacekeeping Missions and Special Political Missions.
Applicants will be expected to serve in hardship duty stations with difficult working and
living conditions. An updated list of missions and additional information on working in the
field can be found at http://www.un.org/en/peacekeeping/about/dfs/ The Chief Supply
Management will report to the Director of Mission Support (DMS).
Responsibilities
The Chief Supply Chain Management is responsible for the overall management of the supply
chain which includes planning, guidance and coordination of all supply chain areas. These
integrated supply chain areas include planning and execution including guidance and policy
of acquisitions, procurement, warehousing, asset and inventory management, transportation
and freight planning (air, land, sea), expediting movement and tracking distribution. Within
the delegated authority, the Chief Supply Chain Management will be responsible for the
following functions: (These duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Chief Supply
Chain Management):Management:• Participates in the mission planning process throughout
the mission life cycle, with particular attention to supply chain areas and contributes to an
integrated approach and consistency in the implementation and operationalization of the
integrated supply chain within the mission. • Initiates the development and implementation of
the supply chain work plan, including supply chain forecasts, priorities and anticipated
requirements. Implements policies and procedures to facilitate achieving work plan goals. •
Ensures coordination and monitoring of overall programmes for the supply chain activities of
the mission and takes the lead in consolidating the required human and financial resources for
the service delivery. • Develops and implements a service optimization programme to
promote continuous improvement in the quality and delivery of supply chain activities to
missions' clients. This will include a regular review of critical and key supply chain processes
to identify and resolve bottlenecks, delays and inefficiencies, including the establishment of
relevant supply chain performance indicators which provide data and analysis for the review
of senior management.• Ensures that all processes and systems in place are relevant and cost
effective. Ensures, thorough collaboration with all stakeholders, the implementation of the
Global Field Support Strategy, in particular the management of a supply chain that is client-oriented, responsive and allows for efficiencies wherever possible.• Establishes priorities and
sets management performance goals for staff. • Recommends and coordinates training
programs for supply chain staff. Actively engages in management performance duties and
ensures the provision of management, guidance, development, training, constructive feedback
and performance evaluation and appraisal, and administrative support and other management
functions to staff in the areas of his/her responsibility. • Maintains good order and discipline
of staff under his/her overall supervision. Develop initiatives to promote the welfare and wellbeing of supply chain staff.Budget and Finance:• Ensures that the supply chain budget, human resources, and assets are optimally budgeted and allocated to support effective and cost efficient supply chain services across all mission components, and provides advice to any reprioritization of resources during the budget period, in line with priorities that support
effective mandate implementation.• Establishes a set of robust policies, procedures, practices,
standards and tools for the management of the supply chain that are consistent with UN
regulations, rules, policies and practice in order to ensure proper budget, accounting,
procurement, financial, assets and human resources management and control of supply chain
expenditures.• Chair or be a member of field mission administrative and financial bodies,
assume responsibilities of a certifying officer the missions' supply chain budget.Advisory:•
Provides strategic advice to the DMS on the necessary managerial, logistical and
administrative support required to fully implement the integrated supply chain.• Maintains
active communication with UN headquarters and the global and regional service centers
supporting the mission in relation to supply chain management activities. • Actively engages
with civilian, police and military components within the mission to ensure coordinated, high
quality supply chain support in accordance with their operational requirements. Provides
effective management of human, financial and material resources of the supply chain.•
Liaises, negotiates and coordinates with national authorities with respect to supply chain
matters. Provides guidance, support and supervision to senior administrative and logistics
support staff within the supply chain service as well as audit and evaluation services, as
appropriate.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of and exposure to a range of Chain Supply Management issues,
including approaches and techniques to address and advise on highly sensitive and complex
problems. 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.Communication:Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to
others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions
to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone,
style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.Accountability:Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors
commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost
and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules;
Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments;
Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where
applicable.Leadership:Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; Empowers
others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish
objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; Shows the courage to take unpopular stands; Provides leadership and takes responsibility for
incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in
all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.Managing Performance:Delegates the appropriate responsibility,
accountability and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and
reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and
resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against
milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and
coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively
supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in supply chain management,
business administration/ management, or related field. A first-level university degree in any of these fields, in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience managing supply chain
operations is required. Management experience and technical leadership skills in a complex
environment is required. Experience in managing supply chain/logistics operations in an
international environment is required. Experience in evaluation of performance data,
forecasting requirements, inventory and quality control, freight management and knowledge
of UN rules and regulations is desirable. Experience in managing highly complex operations
in a conflict or post-conflict environment is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the
position advertised, fluency (oral and written) in English is required. Working knowledge of
other UN official language is desirable.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the
Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the
highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources,
including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law.
Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to
whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or
violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law. The United
Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any
capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of
the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking
environment.Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online
recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-
Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which
can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira
account-holder homepage.Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the
published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the
application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide
complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration
for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the
basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission.
Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking
process to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the
Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH
INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.
HOW TO APPLY:
All qualified candidates are invited to apply via Inspira:
Chief of Supply Chain Management (D-1), PRINCIPAL LOGISTICS OFFICER
![Chief of Supply Chain Management (D-1), PRINCIPAL LOGISTICS OFFICER]()
Reviewed by Unknown
on
8:53:00 AM
Rating:
