Under the overall and administrative supervision of the Head of Sub-Office and technical supervision of the Supply Chain Officer and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for managing the supply chain functions in the Jijiga Sub office (covering Somali region and other neighboring sub/field offices).
Responsibilities for Internal Candidates
- Assist with coordination and monitoring of all supply chain management related tasks and activities, including planning, budgeting, scheduling and provision of goods and services needed by the CO. Prepare regular progress reports, statistical information and briefing notes, as required.
- Assist with the supply chain activities in the CO, including planning, procurement, logistics informaiton management and reporting, and provide support to the relevant staff with respect to the related policies, rules and regulations.
- Review procurement requests, identify service providers, and evaluate information regarding vendor's performance in terms of quality, prices, and timely delivery of goods/services. Maintain a pool of qualified vendors.
- Solicit bids, quotations and tender documents, oversee bidding process and provide support for executing the procurement transactions, analyze the offers assuring conformity to specified requirements; conduct appraisals and select suppliers, and confirm terms of payment; prepare purchase orders and ensure receiving authorization in line with the CO’s delegation of authority (DOA) matrix.
- Liaise with the programme management and provide technical support in preparing and issuance of “Call for Proposals” and bidding documents for the tendering processes of the programmes/projects. Ensure bidding processes are conducted fairly, transparently and in accordance with the existing procurement rules and regulations.
- Contribute with the establishment and implementation of robust appropriate internal control mechanisms for Supply Chain Management process to safeguard the Organization's assets and prevent fraud, while ensuring that country specific administrative procedures are in place and followed in accordance with the Organization's rules and regulations.
- Keep track of any contractual agreements and inform concerned parties for timely renewal; monitor office supplies and service and prepare requisitions when required and coordinate with Finance Unit the payment of utilities invoices.
- Review vendor invoices, prepare payment requests and coordinate with Finance the timely payment to suppliers/service providers.
- Create and maintain physical and electronic records of all documentation through the procurement cycle in accordance with IOM instructions and procedures; retrieve, present and analyse information from the system and prepare periodic reports highlighting issues that require attention.
- Conduct market surveys to identify potential new suppliers/service providers; participate in their evaluation regarding quality, prices and services in line with the organization’s best interests.
- Provide briefing and technical guidance to all staff in the office on procurement related instructions and procedures.
- Perform logistics tasks related to property and asset management, warehousing, insurance coverage, maintenance, asset disposal and transportation.
- Coordinate fleet operations activities including preparation of daily vehicle schedule, monitoring of vehicle logbooks, and coordination of vehicle maintenance.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
EDUCATION
- University Degree in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High school diploma with five years of relevant professional experience
- Certification in Procurement, Logistics, Asset Management or Supply Chain Management is an advantage
EXPERIENCE
- Experience providing support to supply chain management, asset management and logistics and working with vendors and service providers.
- Experience with asset management process.
- Experience working with IOM/UN Supply chain, asset management and Logistics Rules and Procedures is an advantage
- Experience working in an international organisation in a multi-cultural setting an advantage.
SKILLS
- High level of computer literacy
- Knowledge of ERP system/ORACLE highly desirable
- Ability to work with national and international institutions.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise report;
- Demonstrated ability to and exercise sound judgment;
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates Required Competencies IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies