Logistics Officer

Responsible for overseeing the logistical activities including local procurement, fleet and equipment maintenance, warehousing and asset management and IT support in co-ordination with the Regional Logistics Team in Addis Ababa.

– Implement and maintain Merlin standard procurement practices, keeping records to full audit trail standard under relevant donor regulations.

– Maintain a clear communication with the capital office and field teams to ensure procurement processes, deliveries of supplies and related activities are followed up and all required information is shared with the destination sites

– Ensuring the creation and maintenance of accurate and up-to-date supplier information and market prices databases for regularly purchased items including creating Preferred Supplier Agreements for regularly purchased items.

– Maintain stock control consistent with Merlin protocols and procedures.

– Regular monitoring of Merlin pharmacy with monthly reports provided to Project and Health Coordinators.

– Maintain all logs filing systems to include all equipment manuals, maintenance schedules and logs documentation.

– Monitoring and maintaining the communication equipment in Region.

– Daily coordination of transport activities by road and air.

– Oversee the Region fleet management and ensure appropriate safety standards in all vehicles in the fleet, including availability of necessary safety accessories and communication equipment

– Oversee the maintenance/repair activities for all Merlin Region vehicles and generators

– Oversee the fuel consumption as well as overall maintenance costs of vehicles and generators.

– In collaboration with the PC, develop quarterly/monthly procurement plan.

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Senior Economic Affairs Officer

Under the supervision of the Chief, Development Strategy and Policy Analysis Unit (DSP), the incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Economic and development policy analysis: 1. Identifies emerging development issues of potential concern to the international community, particularly those relating to the macroeconomic and structural policy challenges of developing countries, linked to the internationally agreed development goals. 2. Examines key cross-cutting policy challenges, particularly those linked to climate change and conflict. 3. Formulates, organizes and undertakes studies and writes policy briefs on those development issues, identifying corresponding strategies, policies and actions for adoption by the international community; 4. Provides high-level inputs to policy briefs and resolutions for the intergovernmental process; 5. Takes shared responsibility for policy research and reporting, among others for the Department’s flagship report World Economic and Social Survey, and commissions etc

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to apply economic theories and concepts in quantitative and qualitative analysis of economic development policy issues. Ability to conduct independent research on economic topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. Ability to assess economic policies and make recommendations on their implementation.

Is able to apply and interpret up-to-date statistical and quantitative techniques for economic analysis. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of economic analysis; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, and shows persistence and professionalism when faced with difficult problems or challenges.

Communications: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; shares information and is a good communicator at work; tailors communication to match audience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in macroeconomics, microeconomics, development economics or public economics is required; a PhD in the relevant area is desirable.

A combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive development policy analysis experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience: At least ten years progressively responsible relevant post-graduate experience involving the application of principles and concepts of economics in various contexts, including through association with national or international economic policy-making, academia and foreign assistance programmes.

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Associate Procurement Officer

Within delegated authority and depending on location, the Associate Procurement Officer may be responsible for the following duties:

• Plans procurement actions for assigned projects, which typically involve the procurement of a select group of technically complex commodities or services, or for a variety of goods and services of a general nature.

• Reviews and analyzes technical specifications to ensure completeness, accuracy and competitive qualities, and identifies optional courses of action.

• Assists staff in matters regarding procurement policies and procedures, technical specifications, pricing and product/service availability, as well as appropriate substitutes or alternative options to reduce costs.

• Coordinates timely delivery of goods and services.

• Participates in the market and supplier research.

• Prepares a variety of reports, correspondence, and documents (e.g. purchase orders, contracts and amendments) on procurement-related matters.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of internationally recognized procurement standards and understanding of procurement techniques and practices used in the private sector. Knowledge of market trends and sources of supply and equipment and of procurement/contract execution and administration. Knowledge and understanding of internal procurement policies, practices and procedures. Ability to conduct research and analyze data and information to develop recommendations on procurement contracts awards. Ability to clarify and agree on terms of contracts and/or specification requirements and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. 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.

• CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, administration or related area is required.

Languages

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