UN World Food Programme Logistics Officer Jobs in Rwanda

UN World Food Programme Logistics Officer Jobs in Rwanda

Organizational Context

WFP is seeking a National Officer Position (NOB)- Logistics based in Kigali, Rwanda. The successful candidate will contribute to developing logistics plans and processes, support supply-chain projects or operational activities, collect and analyze data, conduct regular financial and budget reviews, and collaborate with other units/services, particularly for emergency response.

Job Purpose

In the field, the Logistics Officer reports to the Head of the Supply Chain, monitors stocks, dispatch vehicles, and funds, and maintains the quality of the food in their charge.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Contribute towards developing logistics plans and processes, ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.

Support or manage logistics projects or operational activities following standard processes and directly or indirectly contributing to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.

Collect and analyze data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to senior staff to improve the performance of local logistics operations.

Conduct regular financial analyses and budget reviews, gaining insights and recommending actions to senior staff to optimize the use of available funds.

Contribute to consolidating and preparing operational pipeline planning and managing operational aspects of the supply chain (procurement, shipping, port operation), including checking document and customs clearance readiness, loading and discharging operations, and contracting applicable transport, warehouse, and any relevant logistics services.

Contribute to the supply chain by providing technical support and guidance to other CO units/services/divisions, particularly for emergency response.

Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a manager and mentor, supporting them with more complex analyses and queries.

Collate data and contribute to preparing accurate and timely reporting, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), 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 (e.g. through the design and review of 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 and participate in preparing the CO Logistics Capacity Assessment (LCA) to ensure WFP responds quickly and deploys food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.

Participate in the ongoing review of internal processes and procedures and identify ways to increase day-to-day efficiencies.

Act in an assigned emergency response capacity to meet emergency food assistance needs.

Other as required.

Standard Minimum Qualifications

A first University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field with at least three (3) years of postgraduate professional experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrates ability to implement and execute the management of stocks, warehousing, dispatch of trucks, movement of goods and commodities across borders, and vendor management.

Understands basic technical concepts and data and their relevance to logistic operation in the country.

Displays capacity to provide inputs into the development, implementation, and realignment of the country's logistics operations and supporting transshipments across the region.

Desired Experiences for Entry Into the Role

Broad knowledge and experience in commercial, government, or humanitarian transportation sectors including overland, shipping, and air shipping.

Experience monitoring and reporting on transport and freight market conditions and trends within Rwanda and the broader region.

Experience dealing with shipments and clearing imports/exports with customs officials.

Experience coordinating procurement, food safety and quality, commodity accounting, and transportation processes with other units/teams.

Experience in warehouse and commodity management.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Logistics Officer Jobs in Rwanda

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