LOGISTICS OFFICER (Mine Action, Chief of Operations)

Logistics & Procurement

Overview

Oversee mine action logistics and operations in Abyei for UNISFA.

You have:

• Internationally recognized qualification (IMAS) as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) officer/technician (level 3) is required.
• A minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in mine action operations is required.
• At least 7 years of experience in a field operation/program managing mine action operations.
• 3 years’ experience working in a peace operation or similar international organization in a conflict or post-conflict environment in Africa is required.
• Experience in coordination and liaison between military, police and civilian entities is required.
• Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Contract

This is a FS-7 contract. This kind of contract is known as Field Service. More about FS-7 contracts and their salaries.

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Mine Action component of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), duty station Abyei. The incumbent will report to the Chief Mine Action Programme. The UNISFA Mine Action component provides support in weapons and ammunition management, to mitigate the threat to peace and security in Abyei arising from the illicit transfer, destabilizing accumulation and misuse of small arms and light weapons. The role of UNMAS in the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) originates from UN Security Council resolution 1990 (2011), which established the mission and recognized the need for demining assistance. A mine incident in August 2011, which killed four UNISFA peacekeepers and injured seven others, further affirmed the criticality of mine action as an essential mission enabler in the area of operations.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Logistics Officer (Mine Action) is responsible for the day-to-day planning and coordination of all mine action logistics and operational support to the UNISFA Troop Contributing Countries (TCC) and the Joint Border Verification Monitoring Mission (JBVMM). He/she will be responsible for the following duties: • Participates in verification missions to troop contributing countries to provide technical advice and guidance and make recommendations to ensure contingents meet standards and/or are prepared to deploy. • Plans, establishes and directs a fully integrated, mine action field mission joint logistics operation in accordance with existing UN directives, UNISFA operational requirements and the evolution of the explosive threat; provides effective management and successful coordination of mine action logistics support activities of multi-national civilian, military and inter-departmental staff. • Plans and co-ordinates mine action logistics and operational support to UNISFA Force and the JBVMM, by analyzing data, leading operational planning for survey/threat assessment and clearance of hazardous areas, and provision of inputs to statement of work for engagement of third party-contractors. • Ensures the monitoring of mine action material and operations, oversees contracts for the provision of goods and services and evaluates contractor’s performance in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract and the requirements of the Quality Assurance management system in place. • Provides effective and timely planning, oversight, management and coordination of mine action logistics support operations, ensuring that mine action operations are aligned to the International Mine Action Standards, IATGs and existing Standard Operating Procedures. • Identifies operational priorities, ensures effective and timely provision and coordination of diverse mine action logistics support requirements. • Integrates and monitors the implementation of mine action logistics support plans in UNISFA AOR. • Liaises between field missions and Headquarters staff on mine action logistics matters and coordinates day-to-day support of mine action logistics operations. • Develops operations process documentation for mission mine action logistics support. • Ensures that logistics requirements take account of gender-specific needs. • Develops mine action deployment plans and procedures for assessing mine action contractors and equipment, planning and costing of operational budgets. • Participates in Boards of Inquiry on accidents and/or operational incidents as directed especially related to mine action and provides recommendations for corrective actions to SOPs. • Coordinate and direct a team of staff and/or mentor and supervise the work of new/junior officers. • Acts as OiC Chief Mine Action Programme as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Sound knowledge of international logistics and supply chain management; Knowledge of Mine Action standards; thorough knowledge of International Mine Action Standards (IMAS); 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. JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from a military staff academy or similar law enforcement training institution is desirable.

Job - Specific Qualification

Internationally recognized qualification (IMAS) as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)officer/technician (level 3) is required.

Work Experience

A minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in, mine action operations in the military, commercial or international organizations, or related area is required. The minimum years are reduced to 7 years for candidates who possess a first level university degree. At least 7 years of experience in a field operation/programme managing mine action operations including Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Mechanical, Technical and Non-technical Survey (NTS), manual mine clearance, Battle Area Clearance (BAC) and weapons and small arms ammunition destruction is required. At least 3 years’ experience working in a peace operation or other similar international organization in a conflict or post-conflict environment in Africa is required Experience in coordination and liaison between military, police and civilian entities is required. Experience managing the delivery of Explosive Ordnance Risk Education is desirable. Experience with UN mine action programmes, policies, and coordination mechanisms is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment

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

Special Notice

The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof is subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. 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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The 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 according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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 reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Apply now

Potential interview questions

Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: careers.un.org