RATIONS OFFICER

Org. Setting and ReportingThe temporary position is located within the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Pursuant to Security Council resolution 2793 (2025), UNSOH has been mandated to provide support; primarily to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), the Haitian National Police (HNP), and the Haitian Armed Forces in the context of any joint operations with the GSF. Additionally, UNSOH is tasked with delivering technical assistance to the Organization of American States (OAS). The Rations Officer assists the Chief of the Rations Unit in the management of the effective supply of rations and other food-related services to the Mission under services and goods contracts which include, but are not limited to: canned, dry, fresh and frozen rations, bottled water, prepared food, combat ration packs (CRP), and catering services. The temporary position is based in Port au Prince and is located in the Life Support Section. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Rations Unit, Supply Officer P4. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Rations Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Plan, execute, and manage rations operations and other food-related services to the Mission during the start-up phase, development and close-out of the Mission under supply contracts which include, but are not limited to: canned, dry, fresh and frozen rations, bottled water, prepared food, combat ration packs (CRP), and catering services; • Monitor and oversee contractor mobilization for warehouse and catering facility setup. • Ensure compliance with UN food safety, quality, and delivery standards. • Coordinate ERMS implementation and integration, including staff training. • Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans for supply chain continuity. • Assist in the establishment of the supply chain and management of Combat Rations Packs (CRP) and emergency bottled water, including sourcing, storage, and contingency distribution plans. • Provide the Chief of the Rations Unit with input on procurement process, e.g. assist in preparing statement of work/specifications, requisitions, contracts and participating in technical evaluations and submissions to Local Committee on Contracts as required; • Provide contribution in the rations budget preparation and acquisition planning; • Effective record keeping, reporting and audit response; • Assist in the development and/or update of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to any aspects of the food contracts, Quality Management, ordering and invoice processing and other aspects of the food supply chain; • Ensure implementation and compliance with SOPs • Train and manage mission ration staff in the coordination and implementation of food safety, and food quality programs; • Monitor and analyze rations and catering contracts performance to ensure compliance with contract terms, schedules and cost objectives; • Liaise with the Contract Management Section/Unit in the resolution within the terms and conditions of the contract of conflicts/problems in the course of contract implementation; • Support with the implementation of the Rations Unit’s work program; • Supervise personnel under his/her supervision • Perform other duties, as assigned. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of supply operations, practices and contract management, planning, policies and procedures. Knowledge in developing supply contracts, plans, policies, procedures and programs. Knowledge in Category Management. Ability to specify business rules in the specific supply area.Shows pride in work and 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. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and 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. EducationAdvanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) preferably in business administration, food science or management, supply chain management or other relevant 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. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceAt least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the areas of supply chain management, project/contract management or logistics support in the field of food and rations supply operations is required. Experience in managing food contracts in support of field operations (inclusive of peacekeeping operations, special political missions, agencies funds and programmes), or other similar international organization is required. Experience in food safety, HACCP principles and/or ISO-22000 is desirable. Experience working in category management for food and rations is desirable. Experience in food quality and safety auditing is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. French is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).