Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment
Country: Warsaw, Poland
Job Type: Supply Management
About UNICEF:
UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. The organization values commitment and passion and recognizes work life balance, hence offering a compensation package for competitive salary and benefits.
Overview:
In response to the conflict in Ukraine, UNICEF established a Refugee Response Office in Poland that works with local and national partners to strengthen services for refugee children and their families. This position, Procurement Associate, will perform complex procurement functions and manage a range of supply chain activities pertaining to planning, passing, and execution up to delivery. A high degree of independence and professional expertise are expected in this position in supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Procurement Management:
Handle complex procurement processes and resolve intricate problems.
Manage the full supply chain process and contribute to improving supply chain operations.
2. System and Process Improvement:
Provide input on how best to develop more effective supply chain services and processes.
3. Relationship Management:
Develop and foster professional relationships with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
Present reports and justifications of procurement decisions.
4. Technical Skills:
Utilize effectively the MS Office tool ERP systems like SAP, among others.
Execute administrative work on procurement.
Qualifications:
Education:
Secondary education is a must; technical training or university courses related to supply chain management or in business administration, contract law, or any related field.
A university degree may replace partly the work experience. (Bachelor’s degree = 3 years of exp; Master’s degree = additional 2 years).
Experience:
At least six years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management or a commercial environment. Knowledge of development or humanitarian work is an advantage.
Skills:
Proficient in MS Office applications; experience in ERP systems, such as SAP, is a plus. Ability to establish effective working relationships and write clear reports.
Languages:
Eloquence in English and Polish. know-how of another UN languages useful advantage, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish.
Desirable Attributes:
In depth knowledge of supply chain policy, partnership mechanisms, and local Polish law.
Experience in developing countries or in emergency situations.
Core Values and Competencies:
1. Building and sustaining Partnerships
2. professed Self Awareness and Ethical Behavior
3. Driving Results for Impact
4. Innovative and Adapting to Change
5. Managing Ambiguity and Complexity
6. Strategic Thinking and Action
7. Collaborative Working
Additional Information:
Local Recruitment: This position is locally recruited, and as such, no relocation or visa assistance is provided. Application Procedure: Apply online before the last date of submission of applications, ensuring that all the required documents are attached and submitted.
UNICEF is committed to making an effort toward a more diverse and inclusive working environment. The organization has zero tolerance for any form of misconduct and carries out an open and transparent background verification process on any selected candidate. Selected applicants will be subjected to full medical clearance requests and should have valid vaccinations to be allowed to work in the country.
Application Deadline: 11 September 2024 (Central European Daylight Time)
