Administration Clerk (Logistics) - Tenders Global

Administration Clerk (Logistics)

  • Contract
  • Tbilisi
  • Posted 6 months ago

UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services

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Job categories Administration
Vacancy code VA/2024/B5130/27859
Department/office ECR, AUMCO, Georgia
Duty station Tbilisi, Georgia
Contract type Local ICA Support
Contract level LICA-3
Duration Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
Application period 29-Mar-2024 to 14-Apr-2024
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

The Administration Clerk (Logistics) will work under the direct supervision of the Support Services Senior Officer (SSSO) while working closely with the Project Manager, as well as the UNOPS Procurement Team. S/he will be responsible for the following key deliverables which can be expanded by the supervisor/project.

Summary of functions: 

  • Logistics Management 
  • Travel/Transport Management 
  • Operational Support
  • Knowledge Management 

1. Logistics Management:

  • Assist the project team in updating Logistics Plans for the procurement projects and take the responsibility of implementing the plans. 
  • Be responsible for liaison and  follow up with the suppliers in order to timely delivery of equipment/ goods as agreed in the UNOPS Purchase Order (PO). 
  • Liaison with the UNOPS Georgia Procurement Team and provide routine support in different steps of procurement.
  • In consultation with the project team, make sure that the suppliers rightly & timely do the transportation, maintenance and safe & secure storage of all  equipment.
  • Be the focal point in the receipt of goods and equipment for the project and  office, inspection and report preparation. 

2. Travel/Transport Management: 

  • Coordinate and process travel requests as required for onward approval by the Support Services Senior Manager /Country Manager
  • Provide transportation services including client service, driver log, regular service maintenance, insurance and monitoring of consumption. Prompt reporting and investigation of vehicle accidents, damage, loss of theft.
  • Any issue with the vehicle management is reported in a timely manner.

3. Operational support:

  • Support the project team in organizing  all payments related documents in a timely manner.
  • All POs issued to the suppliers are recorded, followed up and reported with progress status in a timely manner.

4. Knowledge Management:

  • Participation in the training events for the programme, operations and projects personnel on logistics and transport related subjects.
  • Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice
Impact of Results
The effective and successful achievement of results by the Administration Clerk (Logistics) affects the performance of major aspects of the relevant business unit/s, project activities, procurement and contract management support services, impacting the timely and effective implementation of the respective services and deliverables.  This ensures client satisfaction and promotes the image and credibility of UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management. This enhances UNOPS’ competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country/region served.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

  • High School Diploma with three years relevant experience is required.
  • A First-level University degree (Bachelors or equivalent) in Logistics, Business Administration, Project Management, Social Sciences or related fields or a Diploma in management, Logistic management, transport or related fields is an advantage and may substitute relevant experience.

Certification:

  • Possession of valid Driver’s license is required.

Work Experience:

  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience is required for this role. A first University degree (BA) is an asset and may substitute for 3 years of professional experience 
  • Relevant experience is defined as experience in Logistics and/or Administration & Finance, and/ or Procurement.
  • Good computer skills, including MS Word and Excel is required;
  • Experience in driving and travel management is required;
  • Experience of ERP systems is desired.

Language Requirements:

  • Fluency in English and Georgian is required (must be able to effectively communicate in both oral and written)

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