Warehouse Assistant, GS-5, Temporary Appointment (TA-364 Days), #136042, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh # 590737 (For Bangladeshi Nationals only)

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At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

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For every child, a voice

In the Bangladesh context, this tagline underscores the unwavering commitment to improving the lives of every child in the nation. It reflects the organization’s determination to ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, receives the support, opportunities, and care they need to thrive. It conveys a sense of purpose, highlighting the essential role of dedication in addressing the unique challenges faced by children in Bangladesh

How can you make a difference? 

The UNICEF Cox’s Bazar Field Office, Bangladesh Country Office (BCO) provides vital humanitarian and emergency response services to the Rohingya refugees and implements regular developmental programs within the host communities.

Within this context, the Warehouse Assistant is expected to undertake activities pertaining to UNICEF’s warehouse management operations, regulations, and best practices. Specifically, he/she will be responsible for supplies receipts, storage management, and dispatch of UNICEF supplies to meet the program and emergencies need on timely manner. The TA is expected to provide support during the implementing partners (IPs) warehouse capacity assessment following the recommendation from AIOI recent audit of BCO.

Major duties and responsibilities:

1.Rapid and relevant responses and assistance provided to evolving warehousing needs with a priority on receiving, storing, and dispatching supplies on time, as requested.

2.Integrity, standards, and accountability monitored, administrated, and maintained by implementing sound, accurate supply / Logistics management systems, procedures, documentation, and accurate reporting.

3.Effective collaboration and partnership in logistics with internal and external counterparts developed and maintained through better coordination, communication, and networking with Program sections, implementing partners/Government counterpart to expedite any distributions and solve issues.

4.Under the supervision of the Supply & Logistics Officer, responsible for the receipts and dispatch of all shipments within the warehouse in respect of UNICEF policies, guidelines, standards, and procedures.

5.Inspect/Verify the quantity of supplies received against the Purchase orders or any other relevant documents.

6.Ensure the warehouse is well maintained and kept clean, neat and safe. Ensure the fire extinguishers are in appropriate areas within the warehouse, and that the expiry date is regularly monitored, and action taken for replacement when required.

7.Supervise and ensure forklift drivers are performing their duties as requested.

8.Supervise the laborers and workers hired to support the warehousing operations.

9.Ensure all stock movements are reflected accurately in VISION and Inventory; and records and supporting documents are properly maintained and matching.

10.Perform all the warehouse transactions in VISION and Inventory and support the same for other national program warehouses as/when required/requested.

11.Update logistics team on dispatches, receipts, and deliveries regularly.

12.Carry out regular physical random checks off stock inventory.

13.Participate in full stock counts following the instruction received from supervisor.

14.Maintains a strong collaboration with logistic teams of implementing partners and provides necessary technical support and capacity strengthening intervention.

15.Perform any other logistics related duties assigned by supervisor.

 

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  ToR_Warehouse Assistant, GS-5, TA, Supply & Logistics,.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education: Completion of secondary education preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization and the position.
• Work Experience: Minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience in supply, logistics, warehouse and inventory management or other related fields. Work experience in emergency duty station context and working with relevant warehousing SAP systems is preferred.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

 

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships 

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness 

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact 

(4) Innovates and embraces change 

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity 

(6) Thinks and acts strategically 

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

 

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility jobs-near-me.org UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, 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. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF is an equal-opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from female candidates, gender-diverse individuals and people with disabilities.

UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/

The VA is open to all (internal and external candidates)

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Internal candidates may be given preference over external candidates. The term “Internal” refers to all staff members with fixed term, continuing or permanent appointments. Internal candidates who are legally permitted to work for UNICEF in Bangladesh, independently of UNICEF appointment, will also be considered.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their candidate profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in the Applicant system in order to be considered.  The information submitted will be used for administrative purposes, salary/step determination and conditions of employment. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be accepted for applications that have already been submitted for this position.

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