Org. Setting and Reporting

UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. Senior Logistics and Supply Officer reports to the Head of Procurement, Supply and Logistics Section.

Responsibilities

– Develops robust working relationships and provides technical and advisory support to Field Offices (FOs), fostering the enhancement of supply chain efficiency and effectiveness across the entire agency; facilitates the formulation of the annual work plan for the supply and logistics of FOs; establishes priorities, defines targets and key performance measurements and monitors work progress to ensure that results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards. – Delivers monthly progress reports incorporating key performance indicators and collaborates closely with the Head of Field Procurement and Logistics Offices in the FOs to resolve any operational issues. – Assists the Head of Procurement, Supply and Logistics Section in conducting capacity building sessions and training as well as back-office supply support to all Logistics and Supply Staff in the FOs to ensure that knowledge sharing and learning is prioritized. – Coordinates with the Head Field Procurement and Logistics Offices in the FOs and HQA on supply planning, supply solutions and strategies; provides advice on logistics arrangements to ensure cost-effective efficient procurement. – Leads and collaborates closely with the programme and supply Logistics colleagues on the annual stock take and follows up actively on recommendations until closure. Facilitates the implementation of the fleet management manual and develops annual action and compliance plan in close collaboration with the Policy, Compliance and Monitoring unit. Establishes close collaboration with programme sections through involvement in programme design, planning and preparation for implementation of supply components as well as monitoring /implementation capacity development initiatives around supply chains in close collaboration with programme colleagues. – Interprets and advises on policies and procedures impacting offshore and local procurement and delivery. Maintains links with procurement unit and communicates about transnational shipments, deliveries, claims and the appropriateness of supplies. – Participates in the development and consolidation of the emergency Action Plan, advises on supply requirements, and develops an emergency supply and logistics action plan based on risk assessment analysis and programme assumptions. Participates in high level emergency coordination, implementation, and monitoring meetings with internal and external partners while establishing close collaboration with the Logistics Units in both FOs and HQ. Ensures appropriate vendor management practices, such as establishing and applying supply performance reviews, to focus on strategic and essential supplies and services. – Analyzes supply spending and establishes procurement strategies based on category management to focus on strategic, essential supplies and services, including the establishment of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) where relevant. – Ensures timely customs clearance of supplies entering the country and establishes appropriate warehousing and inventory management practices, including appropriate in- country transport. Conducts root cause analysis of supply chain bottlenecks and challenges, with a view to drive improvements and ensures efficient and effective supply chains. – Supports supply components of health and food assistance strengthening as might be relevant in the country context. Provides analysis of supply spending and related procurement strategies and run initiatives to ensure local market development where relevant. – Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. – Leading and Supervising – Deciding and Initiating Action. – Formulating Strategies and Concepts. – Planning and Organizing. – Relating and Networking. – Managing Complexity and Change. – Delivering Results. For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in logistics and supply chain, procurement, business administration or a related field.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in supply logistics and procurement, contract management, supply chain or administration in the public or private sector, of which at least five years should be directly related to first-hand procurement is required . Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in logistics and supply chain, procurement, business administration or a related field is required. Experience at the international level is desirable. Are you currently residing in Duty station. Please specify your current location. It is required.

Languages

Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment for 3 years; including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing need. Grade and Salary, Grade 17 Monthly basic salary JD 1156.60 plus special occupation allowance (SOA) of 69.90% of the basic salary (SOA may change from time to time). Other benefits: Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance (if applicable). Additional benefits: – 2.5 days of sick leave for each completed month of service. – Maternity Leave, upon meeting eligibility requirements. – 2 weeks paternity leave. upon meeting eligibility requirements. This vacancy notice is open to internal candidates only. This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Jordan, and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Jordan, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates of the underrepresented gender to assist the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post in the future should suitable vacancies become available. Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA’s online e-recruitment system inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 or LDC Bands E to H must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade. Please find below the link to a video that guides applicants on how to apply to Job Openings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MH-IYA6Y8kxA1fgao5qyTV8VwNajgx4u/view?usp=sharing Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered. The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA 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. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work 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 Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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 RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.