Job Description

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME Country Administrative Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organizational structure to assist managers and staff in fully discharging their responsibilities in the Global Management Information System (GSM) environment and to ensure compliance with institutional policies,procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters and transactions in the context of an enterprise resource planning (ERP)system.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Advises the head of the WHO country office for informed decision-making on procurement transactions;xe2x80xa2 Coordinates the preparation and submission of procurement plans by the various organizational groups of the budget center;xe2x80xa2 Prepares and monitors the implementation of the procurement plan ensuring that objectives and priorities are met and on track;xe2x80xa2 Evaluates requests from technical units and partners and advises on compliance with the Organization's rules and regulations;xe2x80xa2 Administers procurement resources and ensures the consistent and efficient use of standard procurement procedures;xe2x80xa2 Maintains the database of pre-qualified and evaluated suppliers;xe2x80xa2 Maintains and monitors the overall activities of procurement, logistics and contracting services for the office by using the Oracle system in gsm oracle and other purchasing tools, including business intelligence (BI), and providing reports,data and statistics;xe2x80xa2 Provides advice to unit/program managers and managers and staff on procurement,logistics and contractual services;xe2x80xa2 Ensures the smooth running of purchasing operations, including the ordering and delivery of goods and services;xe2x80xa2 Maintains regular contact with the Contracting and Procurement Unit (SPC) of the Regional Office and follows up on decisions taken by the Contract Review Board (CRC);xe2x80xa2 Tracks the shipment of ordered items with shipping companies and liaises with local authorities for tax exemption and timely customs clearance of goods;xe2x80xa2 Provides the secretariat of the local procurement committee;xe2x80xa2 Analyzes and/or evaluates supplier performance with other designated personnel; and xe2x80xa2 Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education Essential: A first-level university degree in business administration, public administration, management or a related field
Desirable: A postgraduate degree in business administration, public administration,management or a related field.

Experience Essential: At least one (1) year of experience, some of which in an international context, in the field of procurement and logistics services for a program. Experience inthe use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages
Desirable:

Skills Strong purchasing and budgeting knowledge and skills.xe2x80xa2 Concrete skills in the implementation of service operations and purchasing processes.xe2x80xa2 Strong skills in the use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages.xe2x80xa2 Strong computer skills in office applications, including Excel, Power Point and Word.

WHO Competencies Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French.

REMUNERATION Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at ZAR 679,175 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link:

. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

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The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States ( ) are strongly encouraged to apply.
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