Logistics Officer
Organizational Context
This position is within the Mission Support Centre (MSC) of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) in Juba, a non-family duty station. The role is crucial for providing comprehensive logistics support to various mission operations, including air, land, and river transport, and supporting military, police, security, and substantive components.
Job Purpose
The Logistics Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing logistics support for UNMISS operations in South Sudan. This includes managing ongoing air, land, and river transport, and providing essential support to military, police, security, and substantive personnel. The role involves developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), formulating contingency plans, and coordinating logistics during mission transitions or closures. The incumbent will also identify and mobilize resources for special logistics operations, liaise with internal and external stakeholders including UNHQ and host government entities, and ensure the integrity of accounting and reporting systems. Data analysis for informed decision-making is also a key aspect of this position.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and updating mission-specific logistics SOPs and contingency plans. The role involves coordinating logistics support for air, land, sea, or rail operations, and managing logistics during mission transitions and closures. The incumbent will identify, mobilize resources for, implement, and report on special logistics operations, while also providing support to military, police, security, and substantive components. This includes drafting logistics plans and reports, liaising with internal and external stakeholders (including UNHQ, other UN organizations, and host government entities), and ensuring accurate accounting and reporting systems are maintained. Additionally, the role requires collecting and analyzing data to support decision-making and performing other related duties as required.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive professional experience in planning, coordinating, and managing multi-functional logistics support operations is required. This includes experience in drafting logistics reports and developing plans, policies, and SOPs. Two years of experience in humanitarian relief, military, emergency management, peacekeeping, or disaster relief operations in an international setting is also necessary. Experience in complex or post-conflict environments is desirable.
Skills
Proficiency in logistics operations and practices. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Excellent planning and organizational abilities, including risk assessment and time management. Ability to analyze and interpret data for decision-making. Professionalism, conscientiousness, and efficiency in meeting commitments.