UN Jobs – International Logistics Specialist – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Job Title: International Logistics Specialist
Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: FAO Uganda Operations Specialist
About US:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has a global mandate to improve nutrition, increase agricultural productivity, raise the standard of living in rural populations and contribute to global economic’ growth. Achieving food security for all is at the heart of FAO’s efforts – to make sure people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives.
Job Summary: Within this framework, the presence of a Logistics Specialist is instrumental for ensuring the timely and effective implementation of the DL emergency programme in Uganda through receipt, handling, distribution, and handover of inputs, coordination and collaboration with partners (including, but not limited to, UN sister agencies and Government authorities) and the overall strengthening of FAO Uganda logistics expertise.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Manage, coordinate and report on Logistics aspects/activities related to the Desert Locust emergency response programme in Uganda;
- Support Government authorities (Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries – MAAIF) and FAO in tracking Desert Locust inputs from FAO and other sources and dispatching to all desert locust operational centers;
- Provide support in ensuring the establishment of appropriate stock control mechanisms, specifically to Desert Locust purchased commodities (e.g. Chemical Pesticides, Agricultural inputs, etc.) and in conformity with FAO standards and regulations;
- Ensure presence to FAO Uganda Desert Locust coordination meetings and provide up-to-date information on existing stocks, challenges and opportunities to inform decision-making;
- Ensure that all Logistics activities are carried out effectively and in line with FAO rules and procedures;
- Supervise and strengthen the capacity of local logistics expertise; and
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) International Logistics Specialist job placement must hold a University degree in Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, or other relevant field;
- At least three years of relevant experience in applications of humanitarian response
- Experience with one or more of the following disciplines: air operations, supply chain management, logistics
- Ability to analyze data, synthesize complex technical information, and communicate it clearly and concisely through written technical reports;
- Ability to present information and data in understandable tables and graphs;
- Strong oral communications skills;
- Excellent strategic visioning, creative thinking and problem solving skills;
- High level of integrity and accountability, commitment, and flexible approaches to work;
- Ability to work under pressure and within multidisciplinary teams of different cultural backgrounds;
- Work experience in East Africa is desirable.
- Working knowledge of English.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below
Deadline: 19th November 2020