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Country: Uganda
City: Kampala
Office: MONUSCO Kampala, Uganda
Grade: G-5
Closing date: Friday, 9 February 2024
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the Mission Support Centre in Entebbein the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The Logistics Assistant reports to the Field Logistics Operations (LogOps) Supervisor.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: – Classifies and files appropriately all reports, correspondences and memos to and from LogOps office. – Translates documents, letters, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) or memos as requested by the LogOps Supervisor or the OIC ESB. – Collects weekly report activities from Integrated Services Sections (ISS); – Completes request forms and follow-up the supply and re-supply of office stationery and other sundry items; – Provides inputs on feasibility for support to clients at ESB in liaison with the Service Delivery and SCM Section to the LogOps Supervisor or the OIC ESB; – Assists in coordinating the required logistics support within Entebbe Support Base with different ISS sections and contingents as directed- MEDEVAC, BODEVAC, et.c – Participates in logistics recce missions and drafts recce reports as required; – Liaises with local authorities on land occupied by MONUSCO in Entebbe Municipality.- Receives weekly reports from ISS sections, draft the weekly logistics reports and submit it to LogOps Supervisor for review; – Coordinates and monitors logistics support for all military contingent rotations through ESB from all client missions; – If required, assists MONUSCO Staff and authorized non-MONUSCO personnel (Local Authorities, NGOs, etc.) during evacuation periods; – Reviews the rotation schedule of client missions and assigns transit camp availability accordingly with ES and LSS for catering requirements provision; – Performs any other duties as and when assigned by Log Ops Supervisor and FAO.
Competencies
Professionalism: 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. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others. Correctly interprets messages from others and respond appropriately; ask questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience, demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing other 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.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Job – Specific Qualification
A valid national driver’s license is required. Certificate of any course related to Administration/Logistics is desirable.
Work Experience
At least 5 years of progressive experience in Logistics is required. Proficiency in encoding of data and in the use of MS office applications (Excel, World, Power point) is required. Prior Logistics experience in a United Nations common system field operation is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English are 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. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
United Nations Considerations
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.
Link; https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/225387?language=en
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