Chief of Service, Logistics, D1

This position is located in the Integrated Movement Service (IMS), Logistics Division (LD), Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM), Department of Operational Support (DOS). The position is based in New York. The Department of Operational Support (DOS) was established to provide end-to-end operational support, advisory services and other solutions to operating entities across the Secretariat, including departments, Offices Away from Headquarters, peace operations, and regional commissions. The Office of Supply Chain Management includes the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General for Supply Chain Management, Logistics Division, Procurement Division, Uniformed Capabilities Support Division, Global Service Centre and the Enabling and Outreach Service. The Logistics Division (LD) performs a central role in the implementation of end-to-end supply chain management across the United Nations (UN) operations. The LD provides direction and advice on logistical matters, monitors and assesses the delivery of strategic transportation and support services and directs the delivery of transportation and specialist support services in the functional areas of air transport including unmanned/remotely piloted aviation, ground transport, engineering, medical and supply, inclusive of fuel, rations and general supplies and security equipment. The Integrated Movement Service (IMS) provides unified strategic oversight of multimodal movement operations. It comprises the Global Management capacity in New York, the Strategic Multimodal Movement Operations Centre (SMMOC) in Brindisi, and the Forward Support Deployment Hub in Entebbe. Together, these components provide seamless services to all United Nations Secretariat entities and support Member States, particularly troop- and police-contributing countries, through the integrated movement of United Nations-owned equipment (UNOE), uniformed personnel and contingent-owned equipment. As a single coordination entity, IMS delivers an end-to-end framework that aligns multimodal transportation activities and enhances operational efficiency. The incumbent of the post will report to the Director of LD.

Formulates and implements the substantive work programme of the Integrated Movement Service (IMS) under his/her supervision. Oversees the management of activities undertaken by the IMS, ensures that programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion and co-ordinates work in the different areas both within the Logistics Division, Office of Supply Chain Management, and with other organizations of the United Nations System, as appropriate. Within delegated authority, the Chief of Integrated Movement Service (IMS) will be responsible for the following duties: Strategic leadership and service governance: • Provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Integrated Movement Service, establishing governance frameworks, policies, priorities, service standards, performance expectations and transportation solutions to support organizational objectives and client requirements. • Provides strategic oversight of the end-to-end movement cycle, including forecasting, prioritization, multimodal planning, coordination, monitoring, exception management and performance review. • Leads, directs and carries out the work programme and resources of IMS, establishing clear priorities, accountabilities, service standards, decision right and escalation arrangements of the Service under his/her responsibility. Co-ordinates the work carried out by different work units across New York, Brindisi and Entebbe under the Service and by other agencies and bodies of the United Nations system; provides programmatic/substantive reviews of the drafts prepared by others. • Co-ordinates and oversees the development and implementation of policies, guidelines and procedures, including governance and oversight relating to movement control, strategic operations, freight forwarding, passenger and cargo transportation services; oversees preparation of reports for presentation to intergovernmental bodies such as the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budget Questions, Committee for Programme Coordination, Economic and Social Council, the General Assembly and other policy-making organs, as appropriate. • Reports to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/ substantive issues, as appropriate, particularly those presented in biannual and/or annual reports. • Assists the Director in preparing the work programme of the Service, determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. Integrated Planning and Operational Oversight • Leads the development, coordination and implementation of integrated multimodal movement strategies for personnel, contingent-owned equipment, United Nations-owned equipment and authorized cargo, ensuring effective planning, prioritization and delivery across Headquarters and field operations. • Ensures that the outputs produced by the IMS maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data. Ensures that all outputs produced by the Sections under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates. • Oversees operational performance, quality assurance, monitoring and exception-management processes, ensuring timely identification, escalation and resolution of risks, constraints and competing priorities affecting service delivery. Management and Administration • Undertakes or oversees the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Service, including preparation of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, evaluation of staff performance (PAS), interviews of candidates for job openings, evaluation of candidates and preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting. • Recruits staff, taking due account of gender and geographical balance. • Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision. • Fosters teamwork and communication among staff in the Service and across organizational boundaries. • Leads and supervises the organization of meetings, seminars, etc. on substantive issues. Manages the substantive preparation and organization of such meetings or seminars. • Leads operational reviews and ensure timely follow-up on decision, lessons learned and agreed actions. Member State, Client and Partner Engagement • Represents the Service in intergovernmental, inter-agency and external forums; leads strategic engagement with Member States, clients and partners; and provides advice to senior leadership on movement priorities, operational readiness, risks and mitigation strategies. • Participates in international, regional or national meetings and provides programmatic/substantive expertise on an issue, or holds programmatic/substantive and organizational discussions with representatives of other institutions. • Represents the Service at international, regional or national meetings. Performance, Data and Continuous Improvement • Establishes performance frameworks and service standards, leverages data and digital tools to support decision-making and accountability, and drives innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement across movement operations.

• PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of principles, techniques and practices related to a category management approach for effective and specialized advice in a broad range of logistical, procurement and administrative areas; proven ability to improve processes and approaches; proven competence, integrity and reliability in managerial performance and in maintaining positive working relationships in a highly demanding environment; proven ability to drive for change and improvement in the area of logistics support and service delivery to client entities; ability to ensure adequate report preparation or rationale with respect to key logistics and administrative decisions. 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. • PLANNING & ORGANIZING : Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • 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. Managerial Competencies • LEDERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. • VISION: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks; clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction; conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities.

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in business or public administration, logistics, supply chain management, transportation management or related area 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.

Professional certification in supply chain (CSCP), Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR-P), MCIPS, or equivalent is desirable.

A minimum of fifteen years of experience in at least three supply chain management functions such as logistics, supply chain, passenger or cargo transportation, strategic movement planning and operations, movement control, freight forwarding, transport or contract management, or a related area is required. A minimum of five years of management experience at the senior level leading complex logistics, supply chain or transportation operation, including experience managing geographically dispersed or international operations, is required. At least five years of experience leading the planning, coordination and delivery of complex multimodal transportation solutions for personnel and cargo in difficult or time-critical operating environments is required. Experience advising senior leaders and engaging or negotiating with diverse stakeholders and clients, including Member States and international partners, is required. Experience establishing or transforming an integrated operating model across multiple organizational components or duty stations, including the clarification of accountabilities, workflows, decision rights and performance measures, is desirable. Experience using operational data, digital platforms or performance dashboards to improve movement planning, visibility and service delivery is desirable. Experience in supporting inter-agency or system-wide logistics cooperation and shared-service arrangements is desirable.

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by an informal interview.

• This position is temporarily available for six months, with a possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • Staff members appointed to the current position are required to submit a financial disclosure statement upon assignment or appointment and annually thereafter. • This temporary job opening may be limited to "internal candidates," who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. • At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

According to 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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.