UNICEF Job in Abuja for a Supply Manager
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), is supporting the Government of
Nigeria to strengthen prevention of and response all forms of violence
against children. In particular, assistance will be
provided to
strengthen the child protection system, including through modelling the
system in four States, in order to demonstrate the impact of a
well-functioning child protection system, to develop a common model for
operationalizing the Child Rights Act at State level and to develop
standardized tools, including regulations, working protocols and
training manuals to govern the system.
If you are a passionate and committed professional and want to make a
lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights
organization would like to hear from you.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Supply Manager
VN No. E-VN-2015-001631
Location: Abuja
Position#: 00020083
Level: P-4
Type of Appointment: Long-term Staff (FT)
Purpose of the Position
- Under the direct guidance of the Chief of Operations, the
incumbent manages the supply and logistics operations of a complex
nature with significant impact on programme delivery, services, supply
and logistic, processes and systems, requiring advanced professional
technical mastery and expertise in support of operations and programme
objectives.
- Accountable for effective planning, contracting, procurement,
distribution, inventory management of UNICEF's supplies, in support of
the Country Programmes.
Key Expected Results:
- Rapid and relevant responses provided to evolving supply needs
and situations, including emergency situations, with a priority on
achieving value for money.
- Effective procurement conducted to attain best overall value while maintaining product quality.
- Effective collaboration and partnership in
Supply/procurements/purchasing/contracting/logistics with internal and
external counterparts developed and maintained through better
coordination, communication and networking.
- The highest level of integrity, standards and accountability
maintained by implementing sound, accurate supply/logistics management
systems, procedures and documentation as well as regular and accurate
reporting.
- Technical leadership, support, coaching and training provided to
capacity-building in order to enhance efficient, effective and timely
delivery of supplies.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Education Background:
- Advanced University Degree in Business Administration,
Management, International Economics, Engineering, International
Development, Contract/Commercial Law or specialization in directly
related areas including credited courses in supply, logistics,
purchasing or contracting.
- Equivalent educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply management, etc.).
Work Experience:
- At least eight years progressive professional experience at
national and international level in supply, procurement, logistics
management preferably with UNICEF or International/government/commercial
organizations, some of which in management capacity.
- Experience in emergency duty station and in dealing with government counterparts is a plus.
Language Proficiency:
- Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language is considered an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Functional Competencies:
- Leading and Supervising
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts
- Analyzing
- Relating and Networking
- Persuading and Influencing
- Creating and Innovating
Technical Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management preferably in a developing country context.
- Mastery of technical knowledge (product knowledge, market
research/analysis) required for Supply Management/Purchasing/Contracting
(e.g., vaccine, equipment, medical supplies, contracts, customs
function, taxation, insurance, etc.).
- Knowledge of relevant Information Technology software.
Core Values:
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
Core Competencies:
- Communication
- Working with People
- Drive for Results
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note: The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
Application Deadline 27th July, 2015.