Overview of position

Our client plays a vital role in supporting African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The position of Logistics Assistant is situated within the Mission Support Centre, which forms part of the organizational structure within Service Delivery Pillar in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Role objectives

Under delegated authority, the Logistics Assistant will undertake the following duties:

• Coordinate and provide logistics support for ongoing air, land, or sea within the designated area.
• Identify and mobilize resources for special logistics operations, oversee their implementation, and report on progress.
• Deliver and coordinate logistics support to military, police, security, and substantive components of the mission.
• Draft and coordinate logistics plans and other documents required for the implementation of logistics operations, as directed by the Section Chief.
• Prepare and coordinate inputs to logistics reports, presentations, briefing notes, and other information documents needed by management, including inputs required by UN Headquarters.
• Liaise and coordinate logistics support with other sections within the Client, such as transportation, communications, movement control, and Engineering.
• Coordinate logistics requirements with other UN Missions and Agencies.
• Liaise and coordinate logistics support with UN Headquarters.
• Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting, and internal control systems are in place and that all relevant records are maintained.
• Ensure that logistics requirements address gender-specific needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Project reporting

This role will report directly to the Chief Mission Support Centre.

Key competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of supply chain and logistics operations and practices, including logistics planning and is familiar with relevant planning tools and ERP systems. Shows pride in work and achievements, professional competence, and mastery of the subject. Acts conscientiously and efficiently, meeting commitments, deadlines, and results. Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, remains persistent in the face of challenges, and maintains composure under pressure. Collects and analyzes data to uncover trends or patterns and provides insights through data visualization methods (e.g., graphs, charts, tables, and reports) to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation, and reporting. Capable of analyzing and interpreting data to support management decisions and effectively communicate results. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensures equal participation of women and men in all work areas.

Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that align with agreed strategies, identifies priority activities and assignments, and adjusts priorities as needed. Allocates appropriate resources and time to complete work efficiently, anticipates risks, and plans for contingencies. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as required, making efficient use of time.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities, honors commitments, and delivers outputs 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. Accepts personal responsibility for shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Team management

this role has no team management responsibility