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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is in the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Torit. The Property Disposal Assistant will report to the Chief Property Disposal Unit or his/her designated official.

Responsibilities Within the delegated authority of the Chief Property Disposal Unit, the Property Disposal Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

- Assist with planning the property management operations, monitors progress through statistical analysis of database records and monthly progress reports for the Unit: - Monitor ongoing operations of the Unit, the regular site visits of different offices and physical inspections and verification of UN property. - Assist the supervisor in coordinating with SAUs in preparation of equipment write-offs and processing of write-off cases through relevant property survey boards. - Assist with the execution of the proper disposal of hazardous waste, of written-off property and of’ some commodities representing a risk to the environment, to avoid any pollution or contamination. - Ensure the maintenance of accurate and auditable records, in both hard and electronic format, for accountability of UN Property and the mission in conformance with Administrative Instructions, Logistics Support Division/Director Field Supports LSD/DFS guidelines and mission Property Management standard operating procedures. - Ensure proper utilization and enhancement, as required, of the established business intelligence and management tools to monitor and evaluate the overall procedures of the Mission’s property’ management activities: - Monitor the UMOJA database, ensuring that anomalies are identified in Discrepancy Reports and addressed immediately. - Assist with the preparation of periodic performance reports in line with the LSD quarterly reporting regime, review and ensure accuracy of data. - Prepare accurate and auditable statistical reports for management in missions and LSD/DFS and draft correspondence, as required. - Refer any irregularities to the supervisor. - Perform Property Disposal Unit housekeeping on a continuous basis. - Perform and keep database on tracking of containers. - Operate MHE (i.e. forklift) to move pallets and containers. - Support implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and environmental policies in Property Disposal Unit. - Identify issues and implement solutions to problematic areas related to Property Disposal Unit. - Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor..

Competencies Professionalism: A comprehensive grasp of assets management and accounting practices; 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.

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 & 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.

Work Experience A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of inventory control, property disposal, property management, logistics, procurement or other related fields is required.

Proven computer skills and training in software applications such as Word and Excel is desirable.

Knowledge of Umoja/SAP database is desirable.

Languages English is the working language of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in oral and written English is required.

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

Special Notice This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualified women that meet the requirements of this job opening are particularly encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration in accordance with the United Nations efforts to increase women participation in its workforce.

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.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side 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.