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For every child, results

The overall goal of the UNICEF Mozambique Country Programme of Cooperation (2022-2026) is to contribute to the Government of Mozambique’s efforts to implement and decentralize policies related to children, focusing on the most disadvantaged and deprived, to have their rights progressively respected and fulfilled so they can survive, grow and develop to their full potential in an inclusive and protective society.  The Child Health and Nutrition programme derives from the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), 2022-2026 and aligns with the Government’s National Development Strategy 2015–2035 and relevant sector policies and programmes. It focuses on strategies and approaches contributing towards that every child, including adolescents, survives and thrives, with access to adequate diets, services, practices and supplies and seeks to galvanize efforts towards addressing key recommendations provided as part of the Convention on the Rights of the Child  related to health and nutrition and achieving the two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 2 – End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture and SDG 3 – Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

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You can also access and explore all new UNICEF vacancies via the UNICEF Mozambique website link herein.

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Supply & Logistics Specialist and matrix managed by the Supply & Logistics Manager, the Procurement Services Officer will work closely with colleagues in the Child, Health, and Nutrition (CHN) Section, Supply & Logistics, Supply Division (SD), and the respective Departments of Government of Mozambique, to manage all aspects of Procurement Services. The focus of the position is to review all Procurement Services (PS) requests to analyze and identify items requiring local procurement. The position will lead end-to-end contracting transactions of procurement services using local procurement following UNICEF procurement procedures and guidance. The position will keep close collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and smooth delivery of locally procured goods and services through Procurement Services.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Ensure that Procurement Services (PS) partners complete registration formalities and submit complete and accurate information for supply requests, including specifications, distribution plans, and delivery schedules. Review PS requests from government and NGO partners for alignment with UNICEF policies and forward them to Supply Division (SD) for cost estimation.
2. Coordinate and collaborate with relevant programme colleagues in contributing to all Procurement Service-related endeavors, including annual PS forecast and follow-up with stakeholders to ensure timely action. Maintain close collaboration with Supply Division, Regional Office, and the global supply community to ensure knowledge sharing and learning within the team.
3. Coordinate with Supply Division to clarify any issues with cost estimates and ensure the timely and complete processing of requests. Review and forward cost estimates to relevant partners, ensuring necessary amendments are made, and follow up on open cost estimates to confirm acceptance or rejection.
4. Undertake end-to-end procurement transactions for all local procurement through Procurement Services  – review of CE and analyzing by material group to establish a consolidated list for each CE requiring local procurement. With close collaboration with the Supply & Logistics section, initiate local procurements.  – Review of specification, initiate solicitation, undertake adjudication, award recommendation, and draft submission for contract review committee as per UNICEF established threshold. Issuance of Purchase Orders (POs) and stock transfers. Work with Supply Division and UNICEF forwarders to ensure timely delivery and shipment of PS orders. Maintain accurate records of all PS transactions, tracking the different stages from cost estimates to delivery. Provide periodic local procurement reporting to supervisor.
5. Oversee customs clearance, storage, and in-country distribution of PS commodities, providing end-users with necessary support for technical equipment. Collaborate closely with government entities to facilitate the clearance process and follow up on shipment documents and final account statements from Supply Division.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: JD- Procurment Services Officer NOA – MCO -Classif..pdf 

Minimum requirements:

• Education: A Bachelors degree is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health or related social science field.
• Work Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in supply, logistics, procurement, contracting, administration and/or other directly related technical fields is required.
•  Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.

Desirables:

• Understanding of development and humanitarian work.
• Emergency experience an advantage.
• Health supply chain management experience an advantage.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per 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.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female and male candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.

***There will be no relocation package offered for this post. The successful candidate will be responsible for his/her own relocation and settlement in the city where the post is based.

There is a salary calculator tool for local staff through this link. Please run simulations for an estimate of monthly and annual salary based on the post’s level and location. When running the simulation, please select Mozambique (NEW) as the Duty Station.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements