HOW TO APPLY:

STEP 1: INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION USING THE UNITED NATIONS PERSONAL HISTORY FORM P.11

(P.11 obtainable at the following web site: (https://unsmil.unmissions.org/sites/default/files/p11-form.doc)

ANY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED IN A FORMAT DIFFERENT TO THE UNITED NATIONS PERSONAL HISTORY FORM (P.11) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

STEP 2: Qualified candidates must submit their application using the P.11 template listed in STEP 1 by e-mail to unsmil-hrstaffing@un.org. The application MUST include only the Job Opening No. in the subject line of their e-mail (e.g. UNSMIL-GS5-JO004/2021)

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING AND REPORTING:

This post is located within the Procurement Unit in the Office of the Chief Mission Support of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). The post is located in Tripoli, Libya. The incumbent will be under the overall supervision of the Procurement Officer.

With the mandate as renewed in SC resolution 2542 of 15 September 2020, the Security Council has tasked UNSMIL, as an integrated special political mission, in full accordance with the principles of national ownership, to exercise mediation and through its good offices to: (i) further an inclusive political process and security and economic dialogue; (ii) further the continued implementation of the Libya Political Agreement; (iii) help consolidate the governance, security and economic arrangements of the Government of National Accord, including support for economic reform in collaboration with international financial institutions; (iv) help to achieve a ceasefire and, once it is agreed by the Libyan parties, provide appropriate support to its implementation; (v) support subsequent phases of the Libyan transition process, including the constitutional process and the organisation of elections; (vi) coordinate and engage closely with international actors including neighboring countries and regional organisations; (vii) provide support to key Libyan institutions; (viii) support, on request, the provision of essential services and delivery of humanitarian assistance, including in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in accordance with humanitarian principles; (ix) monitor and report abuses and violations of human rights and violations of international humanitarian law, including sexual violence in conflict, notably through the effective deployment of women and child protection advisers; (x) provide support in securing uncontrolled arms and related materiel and countering their proliferation; and (xi) co-ordinate international assistance, and provision of advice and assistance to GNA-led efforts to stabilise post-conflict zones, including those liberated from Da’esh.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Within the limit of the delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible of the following tasks:

• Provides procurement, logistical and administrative support to a team of Procurement Officers in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and service.
• Reviews, records and prioritizes purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; determines the availability of vendors and funding sources.
• Monitors status of existing requisitions, maintains contact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, coordinates shipment of goods/commodities/equipment to HQ and field missions, verifies receipt and inspection of deliverables and accuratley reports, as and if required.
• Produces tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of requirements and cost of procurement involved.
• Prepares abstracts of offers and compiles data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible under the guidance of Procurement Officers.
• Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official.
• Assists relevant officers in more complex, higher value purchasing operations; coordinates distribution of pertinent documents to concerned parties, ensures appropriate follow-up action, etc.
• Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, systems contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.
• Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.
• Drafts routine correspondence
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards, operates in compliance with organizational rules and regulations, supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of work unit, where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. A certificate in Public Procurement and/or Contract Management is desirable.  

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Procurement, Logistics, administrative services or related area, including a minimum of (2) years of experience in the management of Invitation to Bid of acquisition of goods, services and civil works is required Work Experience in Enterprise Resource Management System are required, Experience in procurement procedures within the UN Common System and/or a similar International Organization is desirable, awareness of Integrity and Ethical Requirements of UN Procurement is desirable.

 Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised working level in oral and written English and Arabic is required.

ASSESMENT:

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

Recruitment in the General Service category shall be made in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country and shall comply with any host country agreement in effect. Applicants who are not nationals from Libya must meet the relevant employment requirements of the host country, including fulfilling visa or work permit stipulations.

An appointment shall not be granted to a person who is the father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, step-children or step sibling of a staff member. This restriction applies to relationships within the United Nations Secretariat and not to those with the separately administered Agencies, Funds or Programmes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The work requires sitting most of the day in the office during working hours, five-day a week, as it is a desk work, and involves walking to the counterparts inside and outside the compound to share information and collect necessary information from local authorities and UN Agencies.

United Nations Staff involving in a Procurement Process must adhere to the ethical standards and responsibilities that apply to procurement activities in order to protect the integrity, fairness and transparency of the procurement process, including declaring any situation of conflict of interests and complying with the Financial Disclosure Program requirements.

Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY those applicants who are short-listed will be notified.

Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

The necessity for ensuring the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity remain the paramount considerations in the employment of personnel. To ensure fairness and transparency, selection will be made on a competitive basis through a selection panel.