Logistics Officer_Fixed-Term NOA_Tulear

Logistics Officer – Fixed-Term NOA – Tulear

Duty Station : Tulear / Madagascar

Duration : One year renewable upon confirmation of the probationary period

Opening Date : 24.04.2023

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 United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is located in the field office of Tulear in the south of Madagascar. The incumbent will report administratively to the head of field office.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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.

Experience: At least one (1) year of postgraduate professional experience

Languages: Fluency (level C) in French and English languages.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Antenna Tulear, the Logistics Officer will be responsible of the following activities :

1. Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.
2. 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.
3. Collect and analyse data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of local logistics operations.
4. Conduct portions of financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending actions to the supervisor to optimise use of available funds.
5. Guide support staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
6. 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.
7. 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).
8. Identify and build productive relationships with logistics colleagues and staff within the area of assignment to support an integrated approach to food assistance.
9. 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.
10. Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
11. Other as required.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

Leads by Example with Integrity Upholds WFP values, principles & standards Respects others and values diversity Stays focused and calm under pressure Demonstrates humility and willingness to learn Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same Stays focused and calm when under pressure and encourages others to do the same Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments Delivers results for maximum impact Delegates appropriately Adapts readily to change Holds self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks guidance and support where needed Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork Is inclusive and collaborative Gives timely and constructive feedback Builds and shares new perspectives Promotes inclusive teamwork and psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues Supports development for others by giving timely and constructive feedback Listens attentively to others to capture, learn, build and share new perspectives Applies Strategic Thinking Communicates and fulfils WFP’s vision Embraces curiosity and new ways of doing things Analyses and evaluates data Considers the impact of decisions Fulfils WFP’s vision and is able to explain how their objectives support the vision Demonstrates curiosity, and proposes new ways of doing things when relevant Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform team decision making Implements decisions and asks questions to understand the impact for wider objectives Builds & Maintains Sustainable Partnerships Builds partnerships Collaborates to deliver common objectives Builds partnerships by seeking out opportunities to work with others Collaborates with partners by sharing information and working together to deliver common goals

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Capability Name	Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
Supply Chain Management and Optimization	Demonstrates ability to design basic supply chain networks, including appropriately assessing and escalating challenges to ensure that WFP is able to provide consistent and uninterrupted service to its beneficiaries and partners.
Planning, Project & Resource Management	Collects and analyses relevant technical data from diverse sources to forecast operational needs under various scenarios and makes evidence-based proposals.​
Information Management & Reporting	Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to consolidate preliminary data analysis, draft reports and disseminate information that represents concerns and trends.
Market Analysis, Contracting and Operational Execution	Demonstrates ability to collect market information and process and analyse proposals in line with WFP standard rules and regulations in order to deliver efficiently.
Warehouse and Inventory Management	Demonstrates ability to implement operational warehouse procedures and normative guidance in order to manage WFP’s warehouse, handle inventory effectively through corporate systems, and ensure loss mitigation.
Technical Assistance and Coordination	Demonstrates abilities to provide basic technical advice and maintain effective (inclusive, collaborative, unified) logistics coordination mechanisms with humanitarian partners and other relevant stakeholders.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Experience coordinating service providers’ contract execution.
• 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.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Deadline : 10 mai 2023

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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.

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