Logistics Assistant (3 Positions)

Job Title: Logistics Assistant (3 Positions)

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: MONUSCO

Assignment country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

Expected start date: 01/07/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Volunteer category: National UN Volunteer Specialist

DoA reserved for persons with disabilities: No

Type: Onsite

Expected end date: 01/07/2024

Number of assignments: 3

Duty stations: Kinshasa, Bukavu, Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Details

Mission and objectives

MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). SCR 2277 (2016) requests MONUSCO to support efforts of the Government of DRC towards the protection of civilians, through a comprehensive approach involving all components of MONUSCO, including through reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups and of violence against civilians, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children to a level that can be effectively managed by the Congolese justice and security institutions; and to support Stabilization through the establishment of functional, professional, and accountable state institutions, including security and judicial institutions. The project aims at a better understanding of the most serious violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law in DRC and supports the leadership of the Mission through informed policy and decision making on future vetting of security forces through risk assessment and mitigation, joint planning for MONUSCO operations, as well as advocacy efforts.

Context

Kinshasa an assignment with family and Bunia, Bukavu a non-family mission

Task description

Under the supervision of the Chief IW the Integrated Warehouse Assistant will be responsible for; • The development of a meaningful transaction history file of assets using both manual and automated tools such as the Business Objects reporting tools and UMOJA. • Developed conduct accurate inventory performance analysis using the following metrics: service levels, comparative forecast calculations, unusual usage, safety / contingency stock calculator, minimum/maximum analysis, excess inventory analysis, ranking (ABC) analysis; • Manage analysis and performance monitoring of the effectiveness and execution of asset control procedures in the IWs; • Ensure accountability and proper tracking mechanisms to meet the expected organizational standards and goals; • Identify and implement solutions to problematic areas of the asset control process and oversee that an effective support organization for the asset control system and the control of UN property is sustained; • Verify the accuracy of the data recorded/updated in the assets control system; • Monitor and verifies accuracy of inventory data captured in assets database (UMOJA); • Identifies discrepancies in the inventory and liaises with asset holders to resolve problems, when required; • Creates customized views through Business Objects in order to analyze inventory status, as required; • Monitor the assets and material in the Integrated Warehouse. • Any other related duties as requested by the supervisor

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

3 years of experience in Property Control work, or Inventory Management assignments, or an R&I (Receiving and Inspection) background with an equivalent accumulated amount of field experience. Fluent in English, knowledge of French is a highly desired asset. Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Area(s) of expertise

Logistics and Inventory, Logistics and Inventory

Driving license

Yes Required

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Logistics, Warehouse, Supply Chain, Business Administration, OR any other related field.

Competencies and values

Client Orientation, Communication, Creativity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

The Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa, and as a result is quite diverse. Living conditions therefore vary between MONUSCO duty stations, with all usual amenities present in the capital Kinshasa, but only very basic conditions in remote duty stations in the provinces, where, for instance, there may be no guarantee of public power supply nor running water. The ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries is essential. Accommodation is very expensive in both Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. Supermarkets exist in the large towns (e.g. Bukavu, Kisangani), but consumer items are generally very expensive (as everything is imported). For food, local markets offer a much cheaper alternative. All MONUSCO duty stations are considered non-family duty stations, except for Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Entebbe which are now considered family duty stations, and most are currently under UN Security Phase III (“relocation phase”: internationally-recruited staff are temporarily concentrated or relocated to specified sites/locations). In addition to insecurity related to the relatively volatile political situation as well as various conflict situations, certain places are subject to increasing street and residential crime, including in Kinshasa and Goma. Some degree of medical service is provided in all MONUSCO duty stations. Certain vaccinations are mandatory for MONUSCO personnel to enter the DRC, while others are compulsory for all other incoming persons. It is possible for incoming MONUSCO personnel, including UN Volunteers, to be asked to provide proof of some or all vaccinations, though this is unlikely. All UN Volunteers must ensure that they are up-to-date with all appropriate vaccinations, which should be clearly and properly endorsed in the International Certificate of Vaccination (“carte jaune”). Malaria is present virtually throughout the DRC, and it is therefore recommended to take prophylaxis. The unit of currency is the Congolese Franc. The US dollar is the other preferred currency. It may be impossible to exchange traveller’s checks away from the capital city. Credit cards are usually accepted in major hotels only in Kinshasa. In larger towns and cities (e.g. Kinshasa, Goma, Bukavu, Kisangani), UN Volunteers are recommended to open US Dollar bank accounts, while in other places, banks may be absent (including ATMs) and VLA payments will be processed in cash. UN Volunteers have the possibility to send part of their allowances to a bank account abroad. In addition to French, there are four major spoken languages in DRC, namely Lingala, Kikongo, Tshiluba and Swahili.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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