Project Manager P3 (Global Fleet Business Model Implementation) – Rome, Italy
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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.
Are you a seasoned Project Manager interested in further developing your professional experience while contributing to ending global hunger? Are you passionate about helping those in need? Would you like to join an international organisation investing in its people?
If so, an exciting & fulfilling career awaits you! Join our diverse and passionate team that works on varied and international projects directly contributing to saving & changing millions of lives around the globe.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Applications must be submitted by Thursday, March 16, 2023 (18:59 EDT).
WHO WE ARE
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.
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 US?
- 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 trainings, 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 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)
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
GLOBAL FLEET
WFP owns, leases and globally operates around 1,000 trucks of different configurations, trailers and workshop facilities throughout 28 Country Offices (COs). The WFP fleet is deployed to fill critical gaps in local transport capacity and stabilize transport rates in the event of increased insecurity and/or sudden growth in demand, as well as pioneer new routes that, due to prevailing insecurity, would remain inaccessible to local transporters.
JOB PURPOSE:
This position is aimed to support the implementation of the Global Fleet business model over the next four years, for the transition into a centralized WFP fleet. Through the assessment and optimization of current country office fleet operations, the development and implementation of a training program to ensure the availability of professional fleet staff, and the creation of SOPs and guidelines, the project manager will support the professional, cost-effective, and efficient running of WFP’s fleet.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
This position is based in WFP headquarters in Rome and reports to the Head of Global Fleet.
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of global guidance and procedures for WFP’s fleet management operations.
- Participate in fleet assessment missions and provide recommendations on improved fleet structure in Country Offices.
- Develop service packages tailored to Country Office needs and prepare agreements to formalize the Global Fleet set-up in the country.
- Develop a Global Fleet staffing structure in support of the Global Fleet business model and manage all related activities to implement the new structure.
- Coordinate and manage a two-year training program, to build up a pool of WFP fleet managers and ensure the professionalism of WFP’s fleet in the long term.
- Coordinate and manage the integration of donor contributions into the Global Fleet business model, closely liaising with all internal and external stakeholders involved.
- Monitor project activities in accordance to set timelines and objectives.
- Act as the focal point for the integration of Heavy Fleet into the Global Shared Service as part of the UN Reform agenda.
QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS
Education:
You have:
- Master's Degree in 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.
Experience:
You have at least 5 years of post-graduate, progressively responsible professional experience in:
- Humanitarian Logistics, Project Management and Reporting
- Fleet management processes and systems
- Working with public and private partners and coordinating projects and partnerships
- Supervising professional staff
Language:
You have:
- Fluency (level C) in the English language
MORE ABOUT YOU
You have:
- Theoretical understanding of fleet management in the humanitarian context
- Strong analytical abilities, quantitative and qualitative; able to leverage analytical skills in Excel.
- Strong drafting and reporting skills.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
| Leads by Example with Integrity | Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments | Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork | Applies Strategic Thinking | Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships |
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Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others |
Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change |
Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth |
Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things |
Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives |
Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
A Limited Fixed-Term Appointment (LFT) position is a non-mobile staff appointment in the international professional category for a limited period of up to 2 years.
WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.
The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.
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
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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
