โโUnder the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Ukraine and direct supervision of the National Supply Chain Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for providing specialized assistance to supply chain processes in IOM Ukraine.โย
โProcurementย
1.โCarry out and support coordination of procurement activities in the office, including revision and consolidation of purchase request forms, organization and evaluation of bidding processes and follow up on purchase orders until the successful delivery of the products or services and timely payment to suppliers.ย
โ2.Assist supervisors in more complex, higher-value purchases. ย
3.โSupport the development of procurement plans to optimize purchasing power and facilitate the implementation of project activities.ย ย
โ4.Participate in negotiations of terms and conditions of purchases and help resolve issues related to the delivery of goods and services. ย
5.โProvide technical guidance to requisitioners and all staff in the office on preparation of specifications and procurement instructions and procedures. Participate in the development, evaluation, and updating of systems and procedures for procurement; suggest areas for improvement and risk-mitigation measures.ย ย
โ6.Identify local and international suppliers and service providers; participate in their evaluation taking into consideration quality, prices, reliability, and services and the organizationโs best interests. ย
7.โContribute to the development of tools for tracking of contracts, agreements, and progress toward the achievement of the procurement plans and schedules.ย
8.โCoordinate the maintenance of files with all required documentation and the preparation and timely submission of reports and statistics.ย ย
โLogisticsย
9.โProvide specialized support in the planning, implementation and monitoring of logistics activities related to property and asset management, warehousing, insurance coverage, maintenance, and transportation. ย
โ10.Coordinate logistics operations with other UN Agencies, partners, and government authorities. ย
11.โPlan and coordinate fleet activities of the office and monitor fuel consumption and maintenance of vehicles.ย ย ย
12.โCoordinate service and maintenance of office facilities and equipment and a continued supply of all essential utilities and items used in the office.ย
โGeneralย
13.โGuide, train and may directly supervise junior staff in the Unit. ย
14.โParticipate in inter-agency procurement working groups when requested.ย
โ15.Perform such other duties as may be assigned. ย Education
โโUniversity degree preferably in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; orย โHigh school diploma with six years of relevant professional experience.ย ย Experience โโExperience in procurement and logistics and working with service providers and vendors;ย โExperience with asset management process; ย โExperience working with IOM/UN Procurement and Logistics Rules and Procedures is an advantage; ย โExperience working in an international organisation in a multi-cultural setting an advantage; ย โExperience in training and coordinating teamsโ. Skills โโHigh level of computer literacy;ย โAbility to work with national and international institutions; ย โAbility to prepare clear and concise report; ย โDemonstrated ability to and exercise sound judgment;ย โAbility to supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities;ย โExcellent communication and negotiation skillsโ. Languages For all applicants, fluency in โUkrainian and English languagesโ is required (oral and written).ย ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Valuesย - 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 Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators (Level 2) Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. ย Notes Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies