The supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Supply Chain Manager (Health) as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for supporting the Manager in managing the supply chains of a large health program and emergency response operations. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transport, and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies and services for health programs. The incumbent collaborates closely with Health and Supply colleagues as well as government, Service Providers, and donors as required to meet the health programmatic needs and achieve results for children.

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The supply and Logistics Specialist reports to the Supply Chain Manager (Health) as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for supporting the Manager in managing the supply chains of a large-sized health program and emergency response operations. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transport, and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies and services for health programs. The incumbent collaborates closely with Health and Supply colleagues as well as government, Service Providers, and donors as required to meet the health programmatic needs and achieve results for children.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Support Manager in Management of the Supply component of the health section

• Working with the Manager and closely with colleagues in both ACO and field offices, Service Providers, and others as needed, support in the preparation of the annual work plan for the supplies for the health section including determining priorities/targets and performance measurements and monitoring work progress to ensure that results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.
• Where required, supervise and coach team members, and ensure timely performance management of staff. In collaboration with the Supply Section, government colleagues, and others ensure knowledge sharing and learning are prioritized to continuously build the capacity of individuals and the team.
• In consultation with the supervisor, ensure establishment and maintenance of operational capacity to handle health supply chains, including staffing (appropriate staffing structure, timely recruitment, clarity of roles and responsibilities)

      2. Supply chain service delivery and emergency response

• In consultation with the supervisor, provide input to the Country Programme Action Planning and advice on Supply requirements for the Plan of Operations and Annual Work Plans. Ensure appropriate planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the supply chain operations, including establishment of performance indicators, and assessment of fit for purpose of products and services.
• Analyze health supply spend and develop procurement strategies in consultation with the supply section based on identified needs
• Ensure timely customs clearance of supplies entering the country. Ensure appropriate warehousing, inventory management, and in-country transport in support of the country program implementation.
• Analyze supply dashboards, implementation rates of key performance indicators, and supply information/data from various systems and conduct root cause analysis of supply chain bottlenecks and challenges, to drive improvements and ensure efficient and effective supply chains for children.
• In consultation with a supervisor, develop an emergency health supply & logistics strategy based on risk assessment analysis and Programme assumptions. Ensure an emergency supply and logistics preparedness action plan for the CO is established in line with Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action (CCC.)
• Participate in high-level health and health emergency coordination, implementation, and monitoring meetings with internal and external partners and establish close collaboration with the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management Working Group and Logistics  Cluster/National Logistics Working Group if such is activated/existing.

       3. Collaboration with program and implementing partners

• In collaboration with the supervisor, develop close collaboration with program sections through involvement in program design, planning, and preparation for the implementation of supply components as well as monitoring and evaluation. Establish an accountability framework with programs, for the delivery of results for children.
• Provide supply input to donor dialogue, and support the development of supply components of proposals to donors including budgeting and use of innovative financing mechanisms for supplies, services, and construction works.
• Support assessment of and collaboration with implementing partners including civil society, establishment of Programme Cooperation Agreements (PCAs), and monitoring of supply components under Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT).
• Develop and maintain partnership and collaborative relations with the Government, UN organizations, and bilateral counterparts in supply and logistics activities including harmonized and collaborative procurement.

      4. Technical and advisory support to government/national systems

• Support Manager in supply chain strengthening and change management initiatives with governments and partners, to ensure efficient and effective health supply chains for children.
• Support capacity development initiatives in the area of health supply chains for children, in close collaboration with program colleagues. Support supply components of health systems strengthening as might be relevant in the country context.
• Advisory support to Governments/national systems in defining and determining health supply solutions for children

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree (Master’s) is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health, or a related social science field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in supply, logistics, procurement, contracting, administration, and/or other directly related technical fields is required.

  A level University Degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant technical field (as identified above), in supply, logistics, procurement, contracting, administration, and/or other directly related technical field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted instead of an Advanced University Degree.

• Health supply chain management experience is an advantage.
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergencies is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, 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: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

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

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

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF 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 promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children.

Remarks:

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

All selected candidates will 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. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Government employees who 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.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.