Supply & Logistics Officer, NO-B, Temporary Appointment at UNICEF

The Supply and Logistics Officer, stationed in Abuja, is tasked with ensuring the effective, timely, and transparent management of logistics operations to support UNICEF Nigeria’s country programme. This role involves planning, coordinating, and supervising supply chain functions—including customs clearance, in-country logistics, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution of programme supplies—to guarantee that essential goods are delivered promptly to beneficiaries.

The Supply and Logistics Officer is responsible for the strategic planning, management, and oversight of supply chain operations to ensure the effective and efficient provision of goods and services supporting UNICEF programmes and government initiatives. This role directly influences program outcomes for children and enhances UNICEF’s credibility as a reliable steward of entrusted funds, reinforcing the organization’s reputation for delivering cost-effective and sustainable results.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the Supply Team in planning, performance management, capacity building, and ensuring operational readiness through effective staffing and coordination with relevant partners.
• Advise, plan, and oversee all aspects of UNICEF logistics operations, including performance monitoring to ensure efficiency and accountability.
• Implement and monitor emergency preparedness and response strategies, ensuring readiness through agreements, stock prepositioning, and staff training.
• Foster coordination with regional and global partners to align with overarching supply chain strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with programme, procurement, and external partners to plan, monitor, and document supply activities and support donor engagement.
• Support partner assessments, monitor supply elements in HACT, and participate in events to strengthen partnerships in supply and logistics.
• Provide technical and advisory support to strengthen government supply chains, including capacity building and change management.

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Minimum requirements:

• A university degree is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health or related social science field.
• A minimum of two years’ relevant experience at both national and international levels in supply, logistics, procurement, contracting, administration, or other closely related technical fields is required. Health supply chain management experience an advantage. Demonstrated knowledge of development and humanitarian operations is essential. Experience in emergency contexts will be considered an asset
• Demonstrates strong analytical, negotiating, and strategic abilities.
• Effectively manages resources and supervises teams.
• Builds productive relationships in multicultural settings.
• Highly skilled in supply chain management and knowledgeable in humanitarian programmes and related frameworks
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.