Supply Chain Officer – Expedited Recruitment (P)

March 14, 2026
Full Time
Application ends: March 20, 2026
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Deadline date:
March 20, 2026

Job Description

Job description

  • Job Identification19379
  • Posting Date03/13/2026, 07:05 AM
  • Apply Before03/20/2026, 01:59 AM
  • Locations Mogadishu, Benadir Region, SO
  • Contract TypeSpecial Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
  • Initial Contract Duration6 months
  • Org TypeCountry Office
  • Vacancy TypeSpecial Vacancy Notice
  • Recruiting TypeProfessional
  • GradeP-3
  • Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?No

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

This is an expedited recruitment process, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), the direct supervision of the Head of Resources Management, and in close collaboration with Mission Supply Chain Unit, the Regional Office for East, Horn and Southern of Africa in Nairobi and the Supply Chain Division at Headquarters (HQ), the Supply Chain Officer will be responsible and accountable for overseeing the supply chain activities of the African Development Bank (AfDB) multi-million-dollar project in Kismayo, Somalia to ensure smooth coordination between the Government of Somalia (GoS) and the contractor, in accordance with IOM policies and guidelines. The Supply Chain Officer will also oversee the accommodations and warehouses of the sub-offices in the Mission, and assume as Officer in Charge (OIC) in the absence of Supply Chain Head Unit.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct strategic planning for supply chain related activities of the Country Office (CO) in close collaboration, with internal and external stakeholders in the country, as well as relevant units at HQ.

2. Oversee the process of logistics capacity assessments and market research to keep abreast decisionmakers about local market trends and developments; analyze statistical data and market reports on the commodity situation, production patterns and availability of good and services.

3. Supervise and guide the supply chain activities in the CO, including planning, procurement, warehouse management, transport and distribution, fleet, assets and facilities management and maintenance, but also the logistics information management and reporting.

4. Lead and guide to the establishment and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to address supply chain bottlenecks (value stream mapping) and optimize the processes to fill the gaps and ensure beneficiaries receive quality goods and services in a timely and efficient manner.

5. Monitor the overall compliance review of vendor contracts to ensure adherence to internal procurement rules and organizational standards, while mitigating risks related to vendor management and contractual obligations of the same.

6. Guide and provide first- line technical support to programme management teams in preparing and issuance of “Call for Proposals” and bidding documents for the tendering processes of the programmes/projects. Ensure bidding processes are conducted fairly, transparently and in accordance with the existing procurement rules and regulations.

7. Establish, manage and monitor a robust appropriate internal control mechanisms for Supply Chain Management process to safeguard the Organization’s assets and prevent fraud, while ensuring that country specific administrative procedures are in place and followed in accordance with the Organization’s rules and regulations and lead initiatives to strengthen procurement and supply chain processes, embedding best practices to ensure transparency, efficiency, and accountability in all operations.

8. Supervise, train and guide the SCM staff of CO, while monitoring, evaluating and promoting their professional and career development and coordinate and implement capacity-building initiatives for the Supply Chain Unit, fostering skills development, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement in line with evolving organizational and donor requirements.

9. Represent the CO in the UN inter-agency meetings and forums related to supply chain management. Collaborate on sharing resources to achieve common goals and implementation of UN global initiatives.

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Skills and qualifications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
  • Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

  • Experience in managing diverse procurement and logistics operations in countries in conflict; and,
  • Demonstrated experience in training and managing large teams of co-workers, managing vendors and suppliers in complex operations.

Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of IOM/UN internal procurement and financial rules, as well as IOM’s system and processes as they apply to procurement and logistics; and,
  • Excellent level of computer literacy and good knowledge of Oracle is an advantage.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM’s official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators Level 2

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

  • Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
  • Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
  • Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
  • Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
  • Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

How to apply

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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