Supply & Procurement Officer, NOB, FT, Damascus, Syria

Contract

This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.

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, Care

Find out how UNICEF programmes drive change for children and young people every day, in Syria by visiting this: www.unicef.org/syria

How can you make a difference?

Under the direct supervision of the Supply & Logistics Manager, you will administer the supply operations of a relatively simple nature and limited impact, requiring basic professional technical expertise in support of operations and programme objectives. You will be responsible for effective planning, contracting, procurement, and delivery, , in support of the Country Programmes and operations.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Provide rapid and relevant assistance and support to evolving procurement needs (goods and services) and situations facing children and families, including emergency situations, with a priority on achieving value for money.
2. Implement sound, accurate contract management systems, procedures and documentation as well as regular, accurate reporting to maintain the highest level of integrity, standards and accountability.
3. Support UNICEF as well as partners’ capacity-building in order to enhance efficient, effective and timely service delivery,
4. Conduct and monitor effective contracting for services at local, regional and/or offshore levels, with a goal to attain lowest cost without sacrificing quality as applicable.
5. Collaboration and Partnership with stakeholders to develop close collaboration with through involvement in programme design, planning, and preparation for implementation of supply components as well as monitoring and evaluation.
6. Support Implementation of the annual work plan for the Supply team; assist in determining priorities/targets and performance measurements and monitoring work progress to ensure that results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.
7. Supervise and coach team members, ensure timely performance management of staff.

For full details on the key functions/accountabilities, hold on Ctrl & double click the following link: Supply Officer (services)NOB SYR16006 97505.pdf

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have the below requirement:

1. 1. Education****:

University degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or in directly related areas of specialization, including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Or, a recognized qualification in procurement and contracting.

Educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply change management, etc.)

2. 2. Work Experience:

• Minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience in the field of procurement and contracting for services is required.

(Both national and international work experience in supply, purchasing, contracting and/or other related fields.)

• Work experience in emergency duty station is an asset
• Experience in supervising and directing a procurement team is and an asset.
  3. Skills (below skills are additional assets for the incumbent):
• Good analytical skill and negotiating skills.
• Ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and material resources.
• Ability to supervise and direct a team of professional and support staff.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
• Fast learner, adapts and responds to change, tolerates ambiguity.
• Ability to contribute to formulation of strategies and policies.
• Good knowledge of latest developments and technology in supply chain management.
• Good understanding of supply chain processes, from Programme needs assessment, through planning, procurement and contracting, delivery, monitoring and evaluation.
• Good knowledge and understanding of, public procurement principles, financial and legal aspects of supply chain issues, ethics and risk management of supply chain operations.
  4. Language Proficiency:

Fluency in English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter Here

UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

1. Builds and maintains partnerships. (1)
2. Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness. (1)
3. Drive to achieve results for impact. (1)
4. Innovates and embraces change. (1)
5. Manages ambiguity and complexity. (1)
6. Thinks and acts strategically. (1)
7. Works collaboratively with others. (1)
8. Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: Here

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. A diverse and inclusive workforce is part of UNICEF’s DNA

| UNICEF Careers, irrespective of their race\ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a Compensation, benefits and wellbeing | UNICEF Careers including parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation for job candidates and personnel with disabilities | UNICEF Careers, UNCIEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

“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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history.

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable females are encouraged to apply.

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.

Remarks:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.