PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OFFICER

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This is a FS-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Field Service. It usually requires 10 years of experience, depending on education. More about FS-6 contracts and their salaries.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Property Management Unit (PMU) of the Office of the Chief Supply Chain Management Section, Division of Mission Support of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), duty station Bangui. The incumbent reports to Chief, Property Management Unit.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Property Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

•Provides advice to the Chief of the Section on all matters related to the policy and procedures governing the management of the United Nations Property including Real Estates Assets; •Contributes to the development of mission-specific standing operating procedures (SOPs) and other guideline materials based on the United Nations Financial Regulations and Rules, Property Management Manual, IPSAS Policy Framework, Strategic Guidance and Performance Management Framework; Act as the focal point for the Missions' property management issues pertaining to control and reporting on write-off/disposal of assets including Real Estates •Plans the property management support operations, monitors progress through statistical analysis of database records and monthly progress reports for the Unit; •Monitors ongoing operations of the Unit, undertaking regular site visits of field mission offices and carries out physical inspections and verification of UN property; - Liaises with Self Accounting Unit (Technical Sections/Inventory Owners), Procurement Sections, Movement Control Unit and Centralized Warehouse Section at the mission level on matter related to Inventory Management and Warehouse Management, primarily related to the write-off and disposal activities of UN Property. •Plans and supervises proper disposal of hazardous waste, of written-off property and of some commodities representing a risk to the environment, in order to avoid any pollution or contamination; •Responsible for the maintenance of accurate and auditable records, in both hard and electronic format, for accountability of UN Property at the mission in conformance with Administrative Instructions, DOS/DMSPC guidelines and mission Property Management standard operating procedures; - Ensures proper utilization and enhancement, as required, of the established business intelligence and management tools to monitor and evaluate the overall progresses of MINUSCA's property management; - Processes all incoming shipments through Umoja and prepares Receiving and Inspection reports in Umoja System; - Monitors the Umoja System, ensuring anomalies are identified in Discrepancy Reports and addressed immediately; •Prepares periodic performance reports in line with the DOS/DMSPC quarterly reporting regime, review and ensure accuracy of data; - Prepares accurate and auditable statistical reports for management in missions and DOS and drafts correspondence, as required; •Drafts Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and flow charts relating to all aspects of Property Management activities within the context of the overall mandate of the Unit, including terms of reference and job descriptions for the Staff in the Unit; - Identifies issues and implements solutions to problematic areas related to Property Management - Ensures proper maintenance of the fixed assets register by recording information related to fixed assets, ensures accuracy and integrity of property records; •Ensures accurate tracking of existing fixed assets, implements and monitors the periodic physical verification process; •Prepares and verifies periodic IPSAS financial reports on PP&E , Inventory and Real Estates Assets (year-end reports, monthly reports), ensures timely submission as per the DMSPC Guidelines •Provides guidance to the relevant Self Accounting Units on the impairment and assets useful life review for the mission's property; •Assists the convening of the Property Survey Board(s) as an integral part of the internal control and oversight functions ensuring compliance with United Nations Financial Regulations and Rules and in line with the Delegation of Authority for property management. •Performs other duties as required.

Competencies Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial rules and regulations in work situations Shows pride in work and 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 & 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.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost, and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight, and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Managing Performance :Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

Education High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required. Technical or vocational certificate in at least one of the following areas is desirable: logistics, supply chain management, business administration and procurement.

Job - Specific Qualification Certification in Enterprise Resources Planning based applications such as SAP or Umoja is desirable

Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, administration or related area is required.

Experience in providing logistics and supply chain services in a conflict or post conflict environment is desirable.

At least one (1) year experience in Asset under Construction (AuC) and/or Fixed Asset Management and/or Property Survey with Enterprise Resources Planning based applications such as SAP or Umoja is desirable.

at least one (1) Experience in Asset Management in peacekeeping environment or international organization, is desirable.

The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first level university degree.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in both English and French (oral and written) is required.

Assessment Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Special Notice This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.

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.

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.

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