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Chief Supply and Logistics, (P5) at the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Supply and Logistics, (P5)

Job no: 576345
Location: Abuja
Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Duty Station: Abuja
Level: P-5
Location: Nigeria
Categories: Supply Management

Description 

Under the direct guidance of the Chief of Operations, the incumbent manages the supply and logistics operations of a complex nature with a significant impact on programme delivery, services, supply and logistics, processes and systems, requiring advanced professional technical mastery and expertise in support of operations and programme objectives.
Accountable for effective planning, contracting, procurement of both supplies and services, distribution, and inventory management of UNICEF's supplies, in support of the Country Programmes. 
Key Accountabilities and Duties & Tasks
How can you make a difference?

Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.
Provide rapid and relevant responses to evolving supply needs and situations facing children and families, including emergency situations, with a priority on achieving value for money:

Responsible for logistics/supply planning through coordination with Operations/Programme Sections.
Provides technical advice on specifications, supply and logistics arrangements facilitating cost-effective efficient procurement, customs clearance, inventory management and distribution of supplies and equipment, in support of the country programme implementation.
Participate in the Country Programme strategy planning preview and reviews to advise on supply/logistics requirements for the of Plan of Operations and Annual Work Plans.
Develops Supply/Logistics component of the Country Programme, including systems for storage and distribution of supplies to all project sites.
Ensure systems are in place for end-user monitoring of supplies.
Ensure sound, accurate supply/logistics management systems, procedures and documentation as well as regular, accurate reporting to maintain the highest level of integrity, standards and accountability:

Establish and maintain contacts with the Supply Division in Copenhagen on supply procurement and shipping policies.
Interprets and advises the management of the country office on policies and procedures impacting on offshore and local procurement and delivery.
Maintains links with Copenhagen on transnational shipments, deliveries, claims and appropriateness of supplies.
Oversee the overall preparation of appropriate documentation: cash and supply requisitions, purchase orders, long term arrangements, CRC submissions etc.
Act as secretary and adviser to the CRC.
Establish and maintain a system of contact with customs and port/airport immigration authorities at national ports of entry on the clearance of UNICEF supplies, in keeping with established protocol.
Ensure preparation of the supply status reports required for donor reports, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc.
Regularly create and communicate accurate inventory tracking, inventory aging and incoming supplies information.
Ensure that effective support is provided to develop Government capacity in supply chain management:

Assess gaps in national supply chain systems and position UNICEF’s assistance
Provides technical and advisory support to government and partners on supply chain management issues.
Planned, designed and conducted training for Government partners in supply management, customs clearance, distribution and inventory management. .
Provide effective training and coaching to the staff/consultants in the supply chain as required.
Plan gradual handover of logistics to the Government.
Supervise and manage effective procurement, local and/or offshore, with a goal of attaining lowest cost without sacrificing quality:

Ensure procurement is done in accordance to UNICEF financial rules and regulations and supply policies, and efficient work processes are in place
Supervise the Supply and Logistics Section staff, and ensure implementation of the section's work plan.
Conduct local procurement of both supplies and services through issuance of tenders, bid adjudication and contract management.
Conduct market research, identify and recommend potential local suppliers.
Gather and maintain data on and evaluate local supply sources' overall performance, (competitive pricing, cost-effectiveness, product quality and timely delivery,).
Monitor progress of offshore and/or regional procurement through regular contacts with the Action Office(s).
Communicates and reports quality issues with respect to supplies and/or service agreements.
Collaboration and Partnership:

Coordinate with the Programme Section on supply planning, providing technical advice on procurement specifications and supply administration as well as providing advice on supply requirements in the development of the supply component of the Country Programme.
Provide advice to the Country Office and Government on offshore and/or local procurement policies and procedures, delivery and utilization of UNICEF supplies and equipment; coordinate with Supply Division on supply policy and/or activities.
Team with the Programme Section and other members of the Operations Section to facilitate procurement as well as efficient customs clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment.
Develop and maintain partnership and collaborative relations with UNICEF, Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts in supply and logistics activities including distribution, monitoring supply inputs, and inventory. Drive forward ‘’UN procuring as one’’
Coordinate Procurement Services.
Inform Programs of slow moving inventory, upcoming field distributions or deliveries, incoming materials and quality issues to ensure maximum use of available transportation, warehousing space, manpower and other resources.
Drive the localization of production agenda in Nigeria
Minimum Requirements
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:
Education:

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: Ten years of relevant professional work experience. Both national and international work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting, administration, and/or other related fields. Work experience in an emergency duty station.
Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.
Desirables:

Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. 

Salary
N70,000 - N80,000 per month.


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