Supply & Logistics Officer (NO-2), FT, #016840, Brazzaville
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential. The UNICEF Congo Country Office supports the government's efforts in health, nutrition, education, child protection, and social policy, while also preparing for public health emergencies. An effective supply chain is crucial for delivering critical supplies and services across the country.
Job Purpose
The Supply & Logistics Officer (NO-2) reports to the Deputy Representative Operations and serves as the head of the supply function for the UNICEF Congo Country Office. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with supply procedures and guidelines, providing technical and operational support to the programme, and building the capacity of supply staff. The incumbent will manage all aspects of the country office's supply chain, including planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in-country transport, distribution, and monitoring of supplies, services, construction works, and last-mile delivery. The position supports collaboration with Programme and Operations sections to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, while also providing technical and advisory support to governments and national partners on supply chain management. This role is vital for ensuring the availability of critical supplies, especially in challenging operational environments and during emergencies, thereby supporting UNICEF's mission to achieve results for children.
Responsibilities
The Supply & Logistics Officer will be accountable for the supervision of the supply team, ensuring efficient supply chain service delivery and effective emergency response. This includes managing the end-to-end supply chain operations, from needs assessment and planning to procurement, contracting, logistics, distribution, and monitoring. The incumbent will foster collaboration with programme sections and implementing partners to align supply interventions with programmatic needs and ensure timely delivery of essential goods and services. A key responsibility is providing technical and advisory support to the government and national systems on supply chain management, aiming to strengthen local capacities and systems. The role also involves identifying and leveraging innovation, products, and markets to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness. The officer will be expected to analyze systemic issues within the supply chain, formulate recommendations, and implement solutions to improve performance. Furthermore, the position requires the ability to clearly articulate ideas and concepts in written and oral forms, including the development of strategies and policies. Strategic thinking to achieve organizational goals, set clear visions, and manage difficult, complex, and sensitive situations effectively is essential for this role.
Work Experience
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience is required at the national and international levels in public sector procurement, supply chain management, and system strengthening functions. This includes experience in setting up logistics and other directly related technical fields. Understanding of development and humanitarian work is also necessary.
Skills
Supply chain process management (assessment, planning, procurement, contracting, logistics, delivery, monitoring, evaluation), Knowledge of latest supply chain management developments and technology, Communication and negotiation skills, Partnership building, Stakeholder relationship management, Supply chain strengthening systems, Project management (supply chain strengthening), Opportunity identification, Problem analysis and resolution, Strategic thinking and planning, Policy and strategy formulation, Complex situation management