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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical or related), supply chain management, business / accounting administration, logistics, asset / property management or a related field relevant to property & engineering asset management is required.
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A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in asset management, property management, supply chain management, logistics, data analytics or related administrative / finance functions is required.
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At least two years of international experience in a similar capacity is desirable, preferably within the United Nations (UN) system or other international organizations.
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Experience in providing asset management & supply chain support services in volatile, conflict or post conflict environments is highly desirable.
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Hands on experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as UMOJA (SAP) or equivalent platforms, particularly in areas such as inventory control, procurement, scheduling & logistics processes is desirable.
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English & French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat, for the post advertised, fluency in English is required.
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Thorough technical knowledge of different waste management solutions, including on hazardous waste, ability to simplify complex information & communicate such information to less technically trained team members.
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Good adaptability skills to find creative solutions depending on contexts.
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Shows pride in work and in achievements, demonstrates professional competence & mastery of subject matter, is conscientious & efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines & 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 & ensuring the equal participation of women & men in all areas of work, demonstrates knowledge of strategies & commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
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Speaks, writes clearly & effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others & responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify & exhibits interest in having two way communication, tailors’ language, tone, style & format to match audience< demonstrates openness in sharing information & keeping people informed.
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Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
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Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas & expertise, is willing to learn from others.
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Places team agenda before personal agenda.
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Supports & acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
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Shares credit for team accomplishments & accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
