National Logistics Expert, Long term Individual Contract on need basis (for Tajik nationals only), Tajikistan

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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.

And we never give up.

For every child,

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations and in close collaboration with the UNICEF supply division and Emergency Specialist, ensures appropriate and timely logistics services in Tajikistan. Advises on all matters within logistics. Works closely with supply and programme colleagues in defining logistics interventions to meet programmatic needs.

Main responsibilities and tasks:

• Implements appropriate logistics systems including warehousing and in-country transport capacity, including contracting for e.g. Storage, transport, and distribution of supplies. Use key performance indicators to track the performance of service providers.
• Checks on funds availability for warehousing, and distribution of supplies.
• Applies appropriate processes and systems to ensure the efficiency of the logistics operations (e.g. transport requests, warehousing, receipt, and dispatch of goods), updated Vision regularly.
• Undertakes appropriate planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of logistics operations. Maintains logistics plans and delivery plans further to supply availability plans. Coordinates shipment planning with zone offices.
• Communicates delivery schedules to programme for confirmation.
• Raises logistics bottlenecks and proposes solutions to the supervisor for prioritization.
• Coordinates with logistics cluster as might be required.
• Develops reports on receipt and dispatches.
• Any other duty as might be required by the supervisor.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• University degree in the following areas is preferred: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/Commercial Law, or areas directly related to logistics operations or UNICEF program areas. Master's degree and/or credited courses or certifications from relevant professional bodies in supply chain management, procurement, contracting or logistics will be as an additional advantage.
• Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in logistics management. Experience with the humanitarian sector and emergencies is a strong advantage.
• Ability to persuade and influence, negotiate to obtain agreement, promote ideas.
• Ability to network and establish good relations with staff, partners and government.
• Strong overall knowledge and understanding of UNICEF programmes, financial and legal aspects of supply chain issues, ethics, and risk management of supply chain operations.
• Solid understanding of logistics including transport and warehouse management.
• Resourcefulness, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize large amounts of work while under pressure.
• Good analytical, facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Politically and culturally sensitive, awareness of gender issues, with qualities of patience, tact, and diplomacy.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English and Tajik is required. Fluency in Russian will be an additional asset.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit:

1. Cover letter/application/CV.

2. Financial quote for the consultancy in TJS per month.

Application:

Queries can be sent to [email protected] with the subject line “National Logistics Expert (for Tajik nationals only), Tajikistan”. Applications must be received in the system by 8 April 2022 on our website.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

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 be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.