Supply Chain Associate (Fiji Nationals Only)

Job Identification (Reference Number): 23536 Position Title: Supply Chain Associate Duty Station City: Suva Duty Station Country: Fiji Islands Grade: G-5 Contract Type: One-Year Fixed Term Recruiting Type: General Service Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice Initial duration: 12 months Closing date: 27 October 2026

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Resources Management in Fiji and direct supervision of the Senior Supply Chain Associate; and in close collaboration with the Regional Office for Asia Pacific, and in coordination with the Supply Chain Division at Headquarters (HQ), the Supply Chain Associate will be responsible and accountable to support the supply chain activities functions to countries in the South Pacific.

Description for Internal Candidates

Responsibilities for Internal Candidates

1. Receive and consolidate all procurement requisition forms by verifying the completeness of the required information in accordance with the Purchase Authorization Matrix and other office instructions and obtain any necessary additional information.
2. Assist supervisors in more complex, higher-value purchases.
3. Prepare tender documents, solicit bids and quotations as applicable, prepare bid analysis summary and share it with the requesting unit. Support in the evaluation process and provide technical inputs. Once the purchase is approved, confirm terms of agreement with selected suppliers, prepare the relevant documentation (purchase order, contract, etc.) and coordinate the required authorizations.
4. Monitor status of open requisitions and follow up on the timely delivery of goods and services. Upon delivery, coordinate with the receiving unit to obtain satisfactory delivery notes.
5. Review vendor invoices, prepare payment requests and coordinate the timely payment to suppliers/service providers with Finance.
6. Create and maintain physical and electronic records of all documentation through the procurement cycle in accordance with IOM instructions and procedures. Retrieve, present and analyze information from the system and draft periodic reports highlighting issues that require attention.
7. Conduct market surveys to identify potential new suppliers/service providers. Participate in their evaluation regarding quality, prices and services in line with the organization’s best interests.
8. Keep track of any contractual agreements and inform concerned parties for timely renewal. Monitor office supplies and service and prepare requisitions when required and coordinate with Finance Unit the payment of utilities invoices.
9. Provide briefing and technical guidance to all staff in the office on procurement related instructions and procedures.
10. Perform supply chain tasks related to property and asset management, warehousing, insurance coverage, maintenance, and transportation.
11. Coordinate fleet operations activities including preparation of daily vehicle schedule, monitoring of vehicle logbooks, and coordination of vehicle maintenance.
12. Provide training and guidance to the junior SCM staff of CO, while monitoring, evaluating and supporting their professional and career development.
13. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.

Qualifications for Internal Candidates

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or
• High School diploma with five years of relevant professional experience
• Certification in Procurement, Logistics or Supply Chain Management is an advantage.

Experience

• Experience in procurement and logistics and working with vendors and service providers;
• Experience with asset management process;
• Experience working with IOM/UN Procurement and Logistics Rules and Procedures is an advantage; and,
• Experience working in an international organization an advantage.

Skills

• High level of computer literacy;
• Ability to work with national and international institutions;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise report;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; and,
• Ability to establish realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs.

Languages

• Required for this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• 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 three 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, behavioural indicators (Level 1)

• 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.

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• 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.
• This post is subject to only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
• IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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