Job: Store Keeper

Location: Mannar, Sri Lanka 
Deadline: Tuesday, 15 October 2013 

Description

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

UNOPS provides services in sustainable infrastructure, sustainable procurement and sustainable project management, with projects ranging from building schools, roads, bridges and hospitals to procuring goods and services and training local personnel.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

We employ more than 6,000 personnel annually and on behalf of our partners create thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of regional and country offices, we oversee activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Job-specific

EU has provided funds to implement the Support to District DevelopmentProgramme (EU-SDDP) in selected Districts in North and East Sri Lanka. The overall objective of this programme is to contribute to and capacitate the transition from post-conflict relief to reconstruction and development by supporting selected districts in North and East Sri Lanka, through poverty reduction and provision of basic infrastructure and services for vulnerable populations, support to local economic development, and strengthening of local governance.

Under this programme, UNOPS will undertake three flagship projects under the Support to Social Infrastructure Development in Batticaloa, Mannar and Vavuniya. One of the projects is the Storm Drainage which will involve the construction of storm drainage system in 5 catchment basins in Mannar Township and the implementation of social infrastructure support to build the capacities of local authorities. These projects will be implemented in three (3) years with the full implementation to commence in July 2013.

The Store Keeper will be primarily responsible in maintenance of the stores (for materials and equipment) and ensures that all materials are safely kept and properly recorded in the assigned catchment basin store for the storm drainage project in Mannar. He will work under the guidance and supervision of the Project Engineer of the Mannar Flagship Office.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Team Manager/Site Engineer shall provide following tasks to the various teams and staff involved in the construction of storm drainage in Mannar.

• Maintaining stores in order;

• Responsible for all documents related to stores;

• Maintaining asset records;

• Maintaining stock level records and inventory records;

• Well protected materials, equipment and assets of UNOPS under his care;

• Assist in the preparation of labor payroll.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Accountability
• Planning and Organizing
• Results orientation
• Communications skills
• Teamwork skills
• Client orientation
• Creativity
• Technological awareness

Functional Competencies:

• Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPSprocedures is an advantage
• Knowledge and experience on storekeeping operations and management
• Good understanding of written and oral English is essential. Fluent in Tamil, Sinhalese an advantage
• Computer literate, thorough knowledge of MS Office and other computer software applications in use
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and meet deadlines
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
• Demonstrable ability to work with people of all races, religions, ethnicities and gender
• Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Highly motivated and a good motivator of others, solutions driven with a 'can do' attitude
• Excellent inter-personal skills
• Knowledge of UN rules and regulations, particularly UNOPS procurement procedures
• Good knowledge and understanding of the Storm Drainage System and construction work in general

Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience: Secondary school education with at least 2 years of relevant work experience supplemented by training in storekeeping. Languages: Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of the local languages (Tamil and/or Sinhala) is desirable.

CertificationsPreferably in UNOPS Procurement/Logistics Procedures.Contract type, level and durationContract type: LICA Contract level: L-ICA 2 Contract duration: 8.5 months For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: http://www.unops.org/ENGLISH/WHOWENEED/CONTRACT-TYPES/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements-ICAs.aspxAdditional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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