特别公告

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

These positions are funded by the Support Account for peacekeeping operations for a finite period of one year and may be extended subject to budgetary approval.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for these positions.

Applicants from troop- and police-contributing countries who are found most suitable and recommended for selection will be given due consideration for positions in a peacekeeping operation or Headquarters support account funded positions in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations and the Department of Field Support, taking into account their contribution to United Nations peacekeeping, in accordance with General Assembly resolutions 66/265 and 67/287.

设置和报告

These positions are located in the Supply Chain Performance Management Unit (SCPMU), Supply Chain Performance Management and Policy Coordination Section (SCPM&PCS) of the Supply Chain and Enabling Service within the Logistics Support Division (LSD) of the Department of Field Support (DFS).

The Logistics Support Division (LSD) provides strategic direction and advice on logistical matters, monitors and assesses the delivery of transportation and specialist support services in the functional areas of air transport, surface transport, engineering, medical and supply, as well as aviation safety operations. Furthermore, the Division is responsible for the property management framework of field missions and monitors compliance with the IPSAS valuation and reporting requirements.

The LSD has been mandated to implement the supply chain management vision and strategy for a well-managed and agile supply chain to support United Nations field missions with effectiveness and efficiency through integrated 'end-to-end' processes, starting with robust planning and managing global demand, strategic sourcing, consolidated delivery and return, supported by a strong performance management framework.

The objective of SCPMU is to enable effective Supply Chain Management through the provision of complete, 360-degree visibility across the entire supply chain network and operations to support informed decision-making and communication among supply chain partners to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, responsiveness and agility of the Supply Chain.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of SCPM&PCS, the incumbents report to the Chief of SCPMU.

工作内容

Within delegated authority, the Logistics Officers, Performance Management will be responsible for the following duties:

•Prepare and provide advice and technical assistance to the chief and supply chain management stakeholders in LSD on all matters related to DFS Supply Chain Performance Management Framework;

•Develop and implement methodologies and tools to enable collection of data enabling performance analysis. Formulate Standard Operating Procedures for measuring the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the end-to-end SCM processes through application of matrices for process diagnostics, identify root causes for underperformance and propose corrective actions for process improvement;

•Develop dashboards for Business Intelligence (BI) and ensure integration and automation of data flow to the designated SCM dashboards for existing missions and other regional HQ entities;

•Ensure that supervised staff are adequately trained, cross trained; identify additional training needs to achieve high working standards;

•Provide support to ongoing operations through business performance analysis, develop and interpret information that assists supply chain management stakeholders with decision making, policy formulation and/or other management functions through solutions that save time, cost, or improve processes;

•Ensure that logistics requirements take account of gender-specific needs;

•Coordinate business process improvement activities with other key stakeholders in the UNHQ, UNGSC, RSCE and field missions;

•Prepare ad hoc performance reports and analysis on the effectiveness of operational logistics issues based on supply chain performance;

•Participate in technical assistance missions and performance reviews;

•Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained;

•Coordinate joint projects and facilitate gaining synergies in the SCM with other UN agencies, military and other organisations in the field;

•Guide and supervise new/junior staff;

•Perform other related duties as required.

工作要求

• Professionalism: Knowledge of logistics operations and practices and supply chain management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

专业要求

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, public administration, or other relevant field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification in PRINCE2 or other project management methodologies is desirable. Certification in supply chain management is desirable.

工作经验

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in logistics operations, supply chain management, or related area is required. Experience in logistics or supply chain performance management is required. Experience in providing logistics and supply chain support services to or in a complex, volatile, conflict or post-conflict environment is desirable. Experience in an international environment is desirable. Experience in development and implementing ERP supply chain management solutions is desirable.

语言要求

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

评估

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

联合国方面的考虑

According to 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, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking 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 At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and 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, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: 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 a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

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