Logistics Officer
| Location | Herare, Zimbabwe |
| Date Posted | December 21, 2019 |
| Category |
Logistics
|
| Job Type |
Full-time
|
| Currency | ZWD |
Description
How can you make a difference?
The Logistic Officer reports to the Supply and Logistics Manager as per the Country Office set-up for supervision and guidance. The Logistics officer provides technical and operational support and is responsible for managing elements of the supply chains of supply operation. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, customs clearance, warehousing, in country transport and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies, services and construction works. The incumbent supports management collaboration with programmes in defining supply interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, and provides technical and advisory support to governments, national systems and partners on supply chain management.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities and related duties/tasks
Supervision of logistics team
Supply Chain service delivery and emergency response
Collaboration with programme and implementing partners
Technical, advisory support to government/national systems
Innovation, products and markets
Please refer to the attached job description for more information Download File Logistics Officer Level 2.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Education:
A university degree is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health or related social science field.
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in logistics, procurement, contracting, administration and/or other directly-related technical fields is required.
Understanding of development and humanitarian work.
Emergency experience an advantage.
Health supply chain management experience an advantage.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
The functional competencies required for this post are...
Applying Instructions
Analyzing
Applying technical expertise
Planning and Organizing
Coping with set-back and pressure
Following Instructions and Procedures
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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Please note that UNICEF does not charge a fee or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process.