Chief of Service, Logistics, D1

Organisation: DOS - Department of Operational Support
Location: New York
Contract: R
Deadline: 11 December 2026

Org. Setting and Reporting

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 (OSCM) 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.

Responsibilities

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.

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