Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade-3
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term ,6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Resources Management Officer and direct supervision of National Procurement Logistics and Government Liaison Officer, Security FP, the incumbent will be supporting procurement activities of the organization. The incumbent’s responsibilities will include the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Support purchasing of required office equipment, supplies, materials.
• Closely coordinate with and ensure that all project-related purchases are reviewed and approved by the Project Manager in advance.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department on accounting requirements prior to issue of purchase orders.
• Follow up on the timely delivery of procured supplies and materials by the vendors.
• Maintain all relevant records as per IOM procedures.
• Liaise closely with the finance section concerning payment procedures for goods delivered.
• Strictly adhere to the proper IOM administrative procedures and standards for follow up, canvassing, bidding, ordering and stock keeping.
• Assist in maintaining inventories and store.
• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time which are commensurate to the position.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in management or relevant field from accredited Institute with one year of relevant work experience, or
• Completed High School degree with 3 years in relevant work experience.

Experience

• Experience in procurement work and its procedure will be an advantage.
• Experience in maintaining inventory.
• Familiar with excel spread sheets and word processing.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a team from varied cultures and professional background.

Languages

Fluency in English, Nepali is required.

Required Competencies

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 wherever possible.
• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment. Only Nepali Nationals will be considered for this position.

How to apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, VN number and CV with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email 

Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.

From 20.07.2022 to 02.08.2022

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