Supply Chain Officer SC8

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

WFP’s operation in the UAE was established in 2001 and has since become a crucial base for global humanitarian operations, supporting the emergency preparedness and fast intervention activities of both WFP and its humanitarian partners. The strategic location of the UAE, world-class logistics infrastructure, supportive host government and access to huge supplier markets makes WFP in the UAE ideally situated to deliver critical aid services to operations around the world.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Advanced University degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Logistics, or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Experience:
At least 7 years of relevant experience in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, project management or related field.

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English language.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These jobs are found in Headquarters (HQ), Regional Bureaux (RBs) or Country Offices (COs) and report to a more senior Supply Chain Officer receiving guidance and regular feedback on work performed which is essential to facilitate learning self-development and possible assumption of expanded responsibilities. Job holders at this grade level are typically “contributors” and work closely with a more experienced professional staff member. They carry out analytical work and come up with recommendations on supply chain related matters.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide analytics and contributions to the supply chain activities or/and contribute to field supply chain operations, following an effective and integrated supply chain approach meeting the food assistance needs of beneficiaries and service provision requirements for partners.

Position Title: Supply Chain Officer 

Service Contract for duration of 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Level: SC 8

Salary starts from AED 24,374.25 per month (inclusive of pension), plus insurance and other benefits.

FITTEST, the Technology Fast Response Team of the World Food Programme, maintains a warehouse of technical equipment in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and is seeking a qualified Supply Chain Manager. The incumbent will oversee all the steps of the process, generally in four key areas: research and planning, logistics / warehousing, contract management, and quality control. This process is managed by multiple departments and units working together to bring equipment to the end users, and the Supply Chain Manager addresses the process as a whole with an end-to-end perspective.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Lead standard Supply Chain management processes and activities for Technology services;
2. Manage the relationship with Service Owners and key internal stakeholders, to ensure services are provided on time and according to set quality standards;
3. Manage the Customer Service unit, which handles tasks and service delivery tasked by Service Owners;
4. Ensure effective collaboration with the Procurement Team, at order and process level;
5. Manage logistics, supply chain operations and contracts with Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider to ensure the effective delivery of IT emergency preparedness and response globally, to WFP and partners.
6. Responsible for the effective planning and management of the FITTEST warehouse operations in line with WFP and FITTEST-specific processes, and requirements of the Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider; 
7. Conduct regular financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending
   actions for maximizing use of resources and cash, for effective supply chain operations;
8. Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, to deliver aligned and coherent end to end supply chain services and strengthen partnerships on IT humanitarian supply chain.
9. Build and maintain productive partnerships with supply chain counterparts amongst government and other national organizations, UN agencies, NGOs and private sector to share operational knowledge contributing to coordinated and cost-effective supply chain operations.
10. Provide technical contribution to market analysis and supply chain network mapping to inform the selection of appropriate operation modalities and vendors’ portfolio to improve supply chain performance;
11. Monitor operational performance and cost of the Third-Party (3PL) provider and produce relevant performance evaluation reports (KPI) and recommendations.
12. Identify training needs and efficiently plan trainings via Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider and own UNWFP team members, to ensure that all staff have the required knowledge and skills to carry out their responsibilities.
13. Perform other related duties as required.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose:

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.
• Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people's skills : Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.
• Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.
• Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.
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Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
• Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.
• Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.
• Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Experience in analysing operational context and trends;
• Experience in supporting analytical and conceptual work on supply chain strategy and implementation;
• Experience in designing plans and operational scenarios in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in analysing end-to-end supply chain operations;
• Experience working with supply chain information systems;
• Experience in troubleshooting and solving operational issues.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Qualified female candidates and UAE Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Deadline for Applications: 30th of May 2019.