DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

30 December 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Ndjamena)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

This position is based in Ndjamena and reports to Head of Supply Chain or the designate.

THE ROLE

To collect, analyse and report on information to maximise efficiency of the logistics operations and activities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Supply Chain, the Logistics Officer will undertake the following tasks, covering all aspects of warehousing management and operations:

• Manage logistics operations and ensure effective transport management, including all logistics assets, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of WFP cargoes;
• Ensure the integrity of transport information, including the tracking of goods in WFP’s corporate systems (LESS);
• In conjunction with the transport manual, draw up the tonnage allocation table and carry out an analysis on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare and submit reports requested by Regional Office (RB), meeting set deadlines
• Ensure that accurate and comprehensive accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning
• Analyse the distribution plan vs stock positions with a view to closing gaps in different sub offices, while keeping an eye on BBDs (Best Before Date: date on which Batch expires)/TDDs (Terminal Disbursement Date) Grant
• Ensure the implementation of exports to the sub-region and prepare the transit file and ensure its follow-up
• Ensure that all staff are properly trained and identify training needs for staff to keep them relevant with organisational changes
• Ensure coordination and technical supervision of sub-office logistical colleagues to achieve expected results;
• Ensure sub office teams are adequately guided following WFP corporate guidelines and procedures
• Supervise the staff of the operations unit;
• Respect the United Nations Code of Conduct at all levels of WFP operations.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses. Certification in humanitarian logistics is a plus.

Experience: Typically one or more years of postgraduate professional experience in Logistics relevant to the role

Desired experiences for entry into the role:

• Experience managing humanitarian logistics operations in a complex environment is desirable
• Experience in leading a team in an operational set up.
• Experience in report writing.

Language: Fluency (level C) in both French and English language.

OUR VALUES

• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Commitment
• Humanity
• Inclusion

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at [email protected]. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements