Job: Senior Supply Assistant (Asset Management)

Location: Erbil
Deadline: Monday, 28 October 2013

The

Iraq Operation of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Iraq invites qualified candidates to apply for the following vacancy:

Functional Title & Grade: Snr. Supply Assistant

Date of Issue: 22 October 2013 (Asset Management); G-5,

Position No.:10021556

Deadline for applications: 28 October 2013

Contractual Status: Fixed-term (one year)

Duty Station: Erbil, Iraq

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OPERATIONAL CONTEXT

Amid the ongoing crisis in Syria, Iraq has experienced an influx of refugees since the 15 August 2013. Based on registration trends, UNHCR expects that the number of Syrian nationals seeking protection and humanitarian assistance in Iraq will continue to increase and may reach 350,000 by end of 2013. In this context, border monitoring, registration, establishment of new camps, provision of shelter and core relief items, health, water, sanitation and education are all key activities that are supported by UNHCR and its Supply team. th

The incumbent will undertake the following responsibilities under the overall supervision of the Supply Officer at UNHCR Sub Office Erbil, Iraq:

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT.

Accountability

• UNHCR delivers timely and quality goods and services to persons of concern in compliance with supply chain rules and procedures. Responsibilities
• Initiate custom clearance of consignments, draft exemption requests, and liaise with local agent.
• Assist in managing Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) effectively according to UNHCR rules and regulation including registration and marking of new PPE, Physical verification of PPE, preparation of agreements, and preparation of disposal forms, and assistance with disposal of PPE.
• Produce standard asset management reports and other asset information, periodically and when requested.
• Maintain accurate data in all relevant business systems. Compile statistical information on supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.
• Any other responsibility deemed necessary or as delegated by the Supervisor in order to meet the level of service required by the organisation

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Managing resources;
• Analytical thinking;
• Planning and organizing

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Completion of the Secondary School education with post-secondary training/certificate in Business Administration, Logistics, Warehousing or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of previous relevant job experience.

LANGUAGE:

Good working knowledge of English and other UN language (written/oral/comprehension).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Fluency in Kurdish Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position such as the Supply Chain Learning Programme (SCLP).
• Computer skills (MS Office and PeopleSoft/MSRP).
• Experience in customs formalities.
• Experience in logistics or warehousing.

Interested applicants should forward the UN history form (P-11) with a covering letter in English explaining their interest in the position to: e-mail: irqerbad@unhcr.org Please indicate the post title you are applying for in the subject. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted, and engagement is needed immediately.

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