Closing date: 31 May 2022
Background Information
Role Description:
Under the overall supervision of the UNFPA Representative/ Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Emergency Response Coordinator, the incumbent will assist the Country Office in the planning, coordination and implementation of UNFPA’s humanitarian interventions. S/he works in close collaboration with implementing partners, other agencies and field staff to coordinate logistics support for UNFPA operations and in particular ensure effective management of emergency RH commodities and supplies at the central and peripheral levels (including management systems to record, track and report receipt, storage, refrigeration, transportation and distribution of all UNFPA goods). The incumbent will also be responsible for liaising with relevant humanitarian stakeholders working in relevant sectors/Clusters, such as Health, WASH, Protection, Logistics, Camp Management,etc. to ensure inclusion of commodities specific to UNFPA’s mandate in the overall national humanitarian response plan.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Skills Required:
Advanced university degree in logistics management or equivalent relevant professional certification in areas such as transport, distribution and supply chain management. A first university degree, with relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
5 to 7 year field experience in humanitarian/emergency settings
Managing medical supplies in emergency settings is an advantage
Experience and knowledge with INGO and UN systems, especially UNFPA is an advantage.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in stressful environments, strong leadership skills also highly desired.
Good knowledge of humanitarian response.
Proficiency in English and in other official languages or the UN required
We are no longer accepting applications for this position.
