Procurement and Logistics Assistant-Maternity Cover

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Resource Manager Officer in Senegal and direct supervision of the Supply Chain Officer ; and, in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for managing the resources management functions in Senegal.

Location : Dakar, Senegal.

EDUCATION

• High School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Project Management with 3 years of relevant professional experience;

EXPERIENCE
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and SharePoint.
• Tolerant individual with ability to work with people from different background and with flexibility and able to work on overtime, when requested.
• Capable of working under stressful and difficult conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Previous work experience with an international/UN organization would be a strong advantage.

Years of experience
- 5-9 years

SKILLS
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and intercultural skills with ability to work well in a multicultural environment.
• Flexible working modalities and ability to handle pressure is desirable.

Languages 

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

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

DESIRABLE
Working knowledge of local language