Beirut – Logistics Officer NOA
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
– This position is open to qualified Lebanese candidates only.
– Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
– Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
This Vacancy Announcement will close on 25 October 2022 at 11:59 PM Rome Time.
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable based on business need and performance)
Organizational background: The incumbent will report to Head of Supply Chain Unit in WFP Lebanon Country Office
Job Purpose: To plan, analyze and report on supply chain logistics operations to maximize efficiency of the logistics operations and activities.
Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of Head of Supply Chain the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
- Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.
- Support logistics projects or operational day-to-day activities following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
- Collect and analyze data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of local logistics operations.
- Conduct portions of financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending actions to the supervisor to optimize use of available funds.
- Guide support staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
- Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP wide view of logistics activities that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
- Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners for efficient and effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries (i.e. through contribution to the training materials).
- Identify and build productive relationships with logistics colleagues and staff within the area of assignment to support an integrated approach to food assistance.
- Follow emergency logistics preparedness practices to ensure WFP are able to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
- Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
- Other as required
Standard Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Advanced University degree (i.e. Master's degree or higher) in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Sciences, Political Science, Development Economics or First University degree in a relevant field (i.e. Bachelor’s degree) with additional years of related work experience or training/courses.
Experience: One (1) or more years of postgraduate professional experience (after completion of Advanced University degree) in supply chain or equivalent, or, three (3) years or more after completion of First University degree.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in Arabic and English. Fluency in French is an advantage.
Desired Experiences for entry into the role:
- Experience arranging supplier deliveries and the discharge of WFP vessels (rail, air, or sea).
- Experience in evaluating offers and writing proposals.
- Experience in report writing.
- Experience coordinating service providers’ contract execution.
