Logistics Officer

I. Title:Logistics Officer - RRT, Consultant**
Duty station:**Juba, South Sudan with frequent travels to field sites Organizational unit: Rapid Response Team (RRT)

Reporting directly to: Head of Procurement and Logistics

Overall supervision by: Chief of Mission

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission, close coordination with RRT coordinator and the direct supervision of the Head of Procurement and Logistics, the incumbent will be responsible for logistical arrangements for RRT.

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Manage and conduct Logistical activities, with the following main activities: Shipment, logistical support for camp management, property and Assets management, Supply, Service/Maintenance, fleet management and convoy.
2. Liaise with Project Managers and Head of Sub-Offices regarding all local procurement, Logistics and service requirements, in order to consolidate service/procurement requirements. Generate reports as necessary, propose and implement strategic adjustments towards increasing the effectiveness and accuracy of all Logistic activities.
3. Take responsibility for all planning, implementation and monitoring aspects related to logistical needs of area.
4. Participate to Logistics/Operational coordination meeting.
5. Follow-up and Liaise with Juba logistics & Procurement unit on purchase orders status and keep project managers/requesters abreast of estimated time of delivery or any changes that may affect or modify the pre-determined delivery conditions; ensure all expected merchandise is received in accordance with PO specifications, and that all goods are in good condition.
6. Manage, and supervise staff dedicated to the above duties and responsibilities.
7. Travel to all program sites in the region to perform Procurement & Logistics evaluations if necessary.
8. Any duties as may be assigned

IV. Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:

1. Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism
2. works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
3. promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly;
4. takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
5. plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
6. Displays mastery of subject matter.
7. Contributes to a collegial team environment.
8. Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation.
9. Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
10. Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM. * delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
11. effectively coordinates actions withother implementing partners;
12. Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
13. ability to supervise, direct, coach and mentor staff
14. Drive for results and effective resource management skills.
15. Effectively applies specialized knowledge of logistics and procurement to timely source goods and services;
16. Effectively works with vendors and service providers in compliance with IOM procedures to secure cost-effective quality solutions for IOM.

V. Education and Experience

Completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Business Administration, Management, Logistics, Procurement or an equivalent combination of training and experience;

Three years (or four years for candidates with a first university degree) of progressive responsible experience in emergency logistics operations and experience in managing diverse procurement and logistics operations;

Excellent level of computer literacy

VI. Languages

Thorough knowledge of English

How to apply:

Interested candidates are required to submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae on e-mail: vss@iom.int