Expedited SVN National Supply Chain Officer (2 positions), for internal candidates only

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the Supply Chain Officer, the National Supply Chain Officer will be responsible for managing procurement team and the effective delivery of the procurement, contracting and assets management services to the IOM Mission in Ukraine. The incumbent will manage the procurement, assets management and contracting activities and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of operational issues related to his/her area of work.

1. Manage IOM Mission supply chain activities including procurement and logistics implemented by IOM and ensure the success of the overall procurement activities, including efficient utilization of resources in accordance with the IOM’s requirements and procedures.
2. Prepare and implement a comprehensive procurement plan taking into account strict adherence to deadlines, priorities, and availability of financial resources, operational feasibility, procurement modalities, and alternative scenarios.
3. Establish and maintain procurement and logistics systems and processes, which ensure effective programme delivery. 
4. Set up systems and administer all assets, to supervise the performance of inventory control and assets management in the IOM Mission.
5. Source and deliver quality goods and services, vendors’ database, prequalification of suppliers, standardization of equipment, simplification and grouping of procurement processes.
6. Manage local and international procurement and contracting activities, including solicitation processes, evaluation, selection and contract issuance.
7. Develop and update on a regular basis a roster of suppliers for IOM. Ensure that suppliers are selected on the basis of an open and transparent competition.
8. Manage procurement contracts and perform the relevant WAVE functionalities. 
9. Assist and train the IOM Mission personnel on procurement and logistics issues in accordance with the Organization's policies and procedures, as necessary.
10. Supervise all other logistic services, including maintenance of buildings, maintenance of the fleet of the IOM Mission vehicles and other common support services.
11. Elaborate an internal control system in accordance with the IOM’s policies and procedures, report any identified weaknesses, and suggest remedial action(s). 
12. Prepare reports on the status of the overall programme procurement and contracting and asset management processes. 
13. Represent the IOM Mission procurement cell when interacting with the Field Supply Chain Unit, other IOM Missions/Departments and partners.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.  Education
    • Bachelors university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Procurement with 2 years of professional work experience.

      OR

      • Masters university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Procurement.   Experience
        • Experience in managing diverse procurement and logistics operations; 
        • Demonstrated experience in training and supervising teams of co-workers, managing vendors and suppliers Skills
          • Proven reporting and writing skills, excellent level of computer literacy;
          • Management and administration experience;
          • Good knowledge of WAVE an advantage;
          • Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
          • Attention to detail and ability to organize. Languages
            • For all applicants, fluency in English and Ukrainain is required (oral and written).   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
            • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
          • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
        • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
      • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
    • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)
    • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
15. Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.