Supply & Logistics Officer (NO2), FT, #137744, Kathmandu, Nepal - APRO
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. UNICEF Nepal Country Office (NCO) strengthens national, provincial, and local government capacities and systems, focusing on Supply Chain Systems Strengthening (SCSS) through capacity building in logistics, warehousing, and procurement management.
Job Purpose
The Supply & Logistics Officer will serve as a team lead for the supply unit, providing technical and operational support for all aspects of supply chain management within the Nepal country office. This includes planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transport, distribution, and monitoring of supplies and services. The role involves supporting program collaboration, field offices, and providing advisory services to governments, national systems, and partners on supply chain management to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children. The officer will manage and supervise the supply team and address supply and logistics needs for field offices, contributing to system strengthening initiatives.
Responsibilities
Supervise the supply team, ensuring efficient workflow and performance management. Oversee supply chain service delivery, including proactive planning and responsive execution for both regular operations and emergency situations. Foster strong collaboration with program teams and implementing partners to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with programmatic objectives. Provide technical and advisory support to government counterparts and national systems to enhance their supply chain management capabilities. Drive innovation in supply chain processes, products, and market engagement. Manage and monitor co-financing arrangements and partnership frameworks related to supply chain activities. Ensure compliance with UNICEF's financial, legal, ethical, and risk-management policies in all supply chain operations. Support the development and implementation of supply chain strategies and operational plans. Contribute to the strengthening of logistics, warehousing, and procurement systems within the country office and for partners. Monitor and report on supply chain performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Work Experience
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience at the national level in supply chain management, logistics, public-sector procurement, contracting, and systems-strengthening in setting up logistics systems.
Skills
Supply chain management, Procurement, Logistics, Public-sector procurement, Systems strengthening, Management of co-financing arrangements, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Negotiation skills, Team supervision, Stakeholder relationship building, Risk management