Logistics Assistant G5, Kano

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the worlds 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 WFPs 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).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This job is found in Nigeria Country Office (CO) and reports to the Head of Unit Chief or Logistics Officer.

Job holders at this level are responsible for completion of a range of Logistics processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines/practices. Job holders are able to recommend straightforward courses of action to staff and may allocate tasks and technically support other staff.

This position is based in Kano.

THE ROLE

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 nor exhaustive):

1. Provide support to logistics operations and activities following standard processes and facilitating directly or indirectly the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
2. Support timely ordering and delivery of commodities and supplies to authorised partners and destinations.
3. Support management of logistics vendors contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
4. 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 enquiries with a high standard of client service mind-set.
5. Contribute to budget preparation monitoring and revision for all delivery modalities ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and in compliance with corporate standards.
6. Assist in monitoring inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status from source to beneficiary.
7. Assist in management of commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
8. Support operational pipeline analyses assessments and operational planning for all delivery modalities.
9. Process documentation for execution of logistics operations (e.g. customs clearance invoice verification) take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues escalating various issues to the supervisor.
10. Collect and compile data produce and/or contribute to reports (e.g. CCTI SPRs financial closure physical inventory transport performance) and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems in support to informed decision-making.
11. Liaise with internal and limited number of external stakeholders to support efficient logistics operations management.
12. Provide guidance to other support staff in order to assist them in completing standard tasks to agreed standards and deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of 1st level degree. A degree in Business Administration Logistics and Supply Chain Management Accounting Managerial Accounting and Financial Accounting and Finance.

Experience: Five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience using corporate systems to monitor ongoing shipments pipeline information insurance claims and food stock.
Experience analyzing data (on commodities funds etc.) and drafting reports.
Experience in measuring service providers performance against set KPIs.
Experience in assisting the preparation of contract documentation.
Experience in providing technical business support in corporate systems.

Language: General Service (Headquarters): Fluency (level C) in English language. Fluency (level C) or intermediate knowledge (level B) of another official language may be required depending on the location of the post or area of responsibility.

General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty stations language if different.

MORE ABOUT YOU:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in logistics software and tools as well as strong computer skills particularly in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint).
• Attention to Detail: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks with meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy in procurement processes.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a capacity to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute positively to team objectives.
• Problem-solving Ability: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and provide practical solutions in procurement operations.
• Cultural Sensitivity: An understanding of and respect for diverse cultures with the ability to operate in a multicultural environment.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing circumstances and new challenges.

ADDITIONAL / NICE TO HAVE

• UN Values: A strong commitment to the principles and values of the United Nations including integrity professionalism and respect for diversity.
• UN experience.

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