Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Supply Chain Performance Management Section of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), duty station Nairobi. The incumbent efficiently and effectively manages various logistics support and data management operations. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Performance Section or the Designate.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of Chief Performance Section, the incumbent is responsible for organizing and executing logistics support and data management related functions within his/her unit. The incumbent at this level typically: • Identifies and mobilizes resources to support supply chain and mission operations. Coordinates performance management activities by leveraging business intelligence and data analytics to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. • Provides and coordinates logistics, supply chain, property management, business intelligence and data analytics support to supply chain, stakeholders and substantive components of the mission. • Drafts and coordinates implementation plans and other documents supporting the implementation of Projects, BI dashboards, and section operations, as directed by Head of Unit or Section Chief. • Drafts and coordinates inputs to BI dashboards, reports, presentations, briefing notes, and other information documents required by the management, including inputs required by UNHQ. • Liaises and coordinates supply chain, property management, business intelligence and data analytics support with other units within the Mission Support Division, such as transportation, communications, movement control and procurement, and outside MSD with security and substantive offices. • Coordinates logistics, business intelligence and data analytics requirements with other UN, including UNHQ, and other organizations in the Mission, and Host Government entities. • Coordinates with relevant stakeholders on the development and implementation of data-driven projects to improve supply chain performance and operational planning. • Oversees the review and monitoring of business intelligence dashboards and Umoja data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with reporting standards. Coordinates with relevant units to address anomalies and discrepancies in a timely manner. • Ensures that supervised staff are adequately trained and cross-trained; identifies additional training needs to achieve high working standards. • Ensures that logistics requirements take account of gender-specific needs. • Performs other related duties as required by the Chief, Performance Management Section.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated knowledge and exposure to a substantive field of work in the areas of supply chain management, logistics, data management, procurement, supply. Proven analytical skills in Business Intelligence, including the ability to analyze data, develop recommendations for under-performance areas, as well as review and edit the work of others. Ability to simplify complex information or statistical information to staff at the intermediate level. Ability to use judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues. 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. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments. Adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Uses time Efficiently. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. 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.

Education

Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in supply chain management, logistics, engineering, statistics, information systems, mathematics, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Certification in project management methodology such as PRINCE2 or PMP or equivalent and supply chain (SCOR-P, CSCP or equivalent) management practices is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in surface and/or air transport, logistics operations in military, commercial or international organizations, or a related area is required. Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), e.g., SAP ECC (ERP Central Component), UMOJA Analytics, or SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) is desirable. Experience in a conflict or post-conflict environment is desirable.

Languages

Assessment

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Special Notice

This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (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.