Logistics Assistant (Operations) – G5/SC5 – Multiple locations
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WFP encourages female candidates and people with disabilities to apply.
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis. We are committed to promoting diversity and the principle of equal employment opportunity for all our employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of religion or belief, ethnic or social background, gender, gender identity and disability.
ABOUT JOB
Job Title: Logistics Assistant (Operations)
Grade: G5/SC5
Type of contract: Fixed Term & Service Contract
Salary: Starting at PKR 160,000/- per month
Duration: 12 Months
Duty Station: Multiple Locations – Muzaffarabad & Quetta (FT), Karachi & Lahore (SC)
Number of Positions: 05
Vacancy Number: 827670
Date of Publication: 09th June, 2023
Deadline of Application: 22nd June, 2023
This vacancy announcement is for Pakistani Nationals.
Note: This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile at the current or lower level in Pakistan.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension, leave plus a medical insurance.
Remote work may be possible depending upon the operational requirements of the Programme. Requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the personal circumstances of the requestor given the operational situation.
JOB PURPOSE
To implement well-defined standard logistics/supply chain processes and activities to enable effective delivery of goods and services for all delivery modalities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Provide support to logistics operations and activities, following standard processes and facilitating, directly or indirectly, the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
Support timely ordering and delivery of commodities and supplies to authorized partners and destinations.
Support management of logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
Respond to a variety of technical queries/requests for support, following standard processes, and obtaining guidance as required, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of all inquiries with a high standard of client service mindset.
Assist in monitoring inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status from source to beneficiary.
Assist in the management of commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
Collect and compile data, produce and/or contribute to reports and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems in support to informed decision-making.
Assist in logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
Support gathering market intelligence, and vendor assessments (e.g. transporters, retailers) to support the vendor selection process.
Process and verify documents and information for the execution of logistics service invoices especially invoices for demurrage and detention, take appropriate actions to resolve issues and/or disputes, at level, and where needed escalate to the supervisor.
Collect and compile data, produce and/or contribute to reports and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems in support to informed decision-making.
Any other duties as required.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: University degree in the related functional area (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Economics, law, Engineering, Information technology or any related fields is desirable.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Law, Shipping and other related fields.
Knowledge and Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Efficiency and Time-Management
Good communication skills spoken and written, including drafting reports
Excellent numeracy and data anlytics skills
Knowledge of SAP and/or other ERM softwares
Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
Experience using corporate systems to monitor ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock.
Experience in measuring service providers’ performance against set KPIs.
Language: Proficiency in writing and verbal communication in English is requisite
All WFP Employees are expected to demonstrate the competencies and standards of behavior aligned with our core values and defined in the WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK, namely:
Leading by example with integrity,
Driving results and delivering on commitments,
Fostering inclusive and collaborative teamwork,
Applying strategic thinking,
Building and maintaining sustainable partnerships.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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.
Request for Disability related Reasonable Accommodations:
It is important to WFP to create an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection and hiring process, please direct your request and inquiries to the Diversity and Inclusion team on: [email protected], cc’ing [email protected]. A member of the reasonable accommodation team will contact you to
confidentially discuss your needs.
This email is only to be used for any disability related accessibility requirements, and not for sending the application itself. Due to volume of applications, any applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP.
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
These jobs are based in multiple locations of Pakistan. Job holders will report to Logistics Officer, a Head of Unit, or the designate.
At this level, job holders are expected to take responsibility for completion of a range of processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines/practices for all assistance modalities for both WFP and logistics common services. Job holders are able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may allocate tasks to other support staff.
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WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. 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.
