United Nations UN MINUSCA Jobs - Contract Management Officer ~ Ugandan Jobline Jobs

• Plays a pivotal role in the development
  
  and implementation of operational plans, standard operating procedures
  
  (SOPs), initiatives and projects relating to contract compliance and
  
  performance management


• Provides CCPMU inputs on budget and
  
  acquisition planning.


• Manages the procurement process including
  
  providing input to statement of works/requirements (including articulation
  
  of performance standards and Key Performance Indicators), Local Committee
  
  on Contracts (LGC) presentations, development of technical evaluation
  
  criteria, assistance with evaluation of vendor proposals and guidance
  
  during contract formulation, drafting and negotiation.


• The incumbent will be tasked to develop
  
  and implement a quality assurance plan to provide a systematic, structured
  
  method to monitor contract performance. 
  
  Actively participates in the development of contract risk
  
  assessments and risk management plans, including mitigating measures.


• Develops contract compliance checklists
  
  and implementation plans. Takes part in the assessment of contractor
  
  performance, including advice and action to address instances of poor
  
  performance and/or non-compliance with contractual obligations.


• Carries out contract close outs including
  
  identifying, documenting and disseminating best practices and lessons
  
  learned and performing final contractor performance assessment from CCPMU
  
  perspective.


• Ensures the enforcement of UN contracts in
  
  consultation with the Mission, Procurement and UN Headquarters stakeholders,
  
  as appropriate. Works closely with other departments, including the Office
  
  of Legal Affairs, in relation to handling of claims and disputes,
  
  demanding specific performance, claiming against warranties, and other
  
  contractual remedies.


• Within the terms and conditions of the
  
  contract, works towards resolution of conflicts or performance issues
  
  arising in cases of poor performance and/or non-compliance with
  
  contractual obligations.


• Drafts relevant audit responses, as
  
  required. Maintains CCPMU electronic and hardcopy files and records to
  
  ensure proper accountability.


• Manages and monitors performance
  
  indicators for UN personnel within the CCPMU, as required.


• Performs any other related duties as
  
  required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  
  MINUSCA Contract Management Officer vacancy should hold an advanced
  
  university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business
  
  administration, public administration, engineering, law or related field
  
  is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two
  
  additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the
  
  advanced university degree


• At least five (5) years’ experience in a
  
  Master’s degree or seven (7) years with a Bachelor’s degree of
  
  progressively responsible experience in supply chain, project/contract
  
  management, logistics support and/or procurement of global service
  
  contracts is required.


• Past experience in managing support
  
  services of international peacekeeping or military operations is highly
  
  desirable.


• Working knowledge of the UN rules,
  
  regulations and working practices pertaining to field missions is
  
  advantageous.


• Languages: English is required,
  
  knowledge of French would be desirable

• Professionalism:  Demonstrated knowledge in the field of
  
  contract and/or project management, knowledge of quality assurance,
  
  service and commodity contracts; Practical knowledge of management of
  
  service and commodity contracts in a field/decentralized operation;
  
  demonstrated fiscal awareness and responsibility and very good knowledge
  
  of UN financial regulations and rules; ability to develop, maintain and
  
  supervise management control systems. Shows pride in work and in
  
  achievements; demonstrates professional Competence and mastery of subject
  
  matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing
  
  deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than
  
  personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or
  
  challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for
  
  incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of
  
  women and men in all areas of work.


• Accountability: Takes ownership
  
  of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for
  
  which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality
  
  standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and
  
  rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility
  
  for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own
  
  shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable


• Client Orientation: Considers
  
  all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see
  
  things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive
  
  partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies
  
  clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing
  
  developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed
  
  and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in
  
  projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

• An Updated CV


• The United Nations Personal History Form
  
  (P-11), download here


• Academic certificates and High School
  
  Diplomas


• Birth Certificate – if not, a combination
  
  of (i) Assessment of Age and National ID Card (the Assessment of Age on
  
  its own isn’t acceptable)


• Three letters of reference from former
  
  employers or academic instructors for external candidates.


• Internal candidates must submit two of the
  
  most recent performance evaluations (EPAS)

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