Logistic Preparedness Officer

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Are you ready for SAVING LIVES CHANGING LIVES of the world's most vulnerable people? If yes, this opportunity is for you!

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Job Title: Logistic Preparedness Officer Vacancy Number: 166502 Contract type: Service Contract (SC9) Duration: 11 months Duty Station: Suva, Fiji

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Support the development and implementation of the Pacific Logistics Preparedness Plan and activities in a sustainable long-term context. Support existing and build further national capacities and stakeholder networks, aimed at raising the level of emergency logistics preparedness in a local empowerment-focussed setting. Act as the Logistics Preparedness focal point linking to the National Disaster Management Authorities (NDMA), National Disaster Management Organisations and partner agencies, and the Pacific Logistics Cluster.

Reporting and Coordination lines:

• WFP Fiji MCO Office, Suva: The National Logistics Preparedness Coordinator will report directly to the to the WFP Pacific MCO Head of Logistics and Cluster Coordinator.
• National Disaster Management Offices / National Logistics Clusters: The National Logistics Preparedness Coordinator will coordinate with the NDMO’s and National Logistics Clusters to gain input and assist drive the logistics preparedness plan and activities, and support coordination needs during emergency response.
• Ensure the continued involvement of all relevant stakeholders in regular Logistics Preparedness Working Group meetings and perform/contribute to furtherance of the logistics preparedness activities in alignment with national cluster priorities, WFP Pacific country strategic plan (CSP), Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP) and Pacific Logistics Cluster plan.
• Participate in and support of scenario planning, preparedness planning and response planning activities with the national disaster management agency and multiple partners.
• Collect, analyse and upload data, gather and analyse information related to preparedness from and for partners as required for logistics gaps and needs.
• Update, develop, test, and implement new logistics tools as required, especially supporting the update of Logistics Capacity Assessments, the PALM tool, and PEARL logistics training initiative
• Assist the WFP IMO officer on Logistics Cluster website (Operations and preparedness) information and tools updates for the Pacific.
• In the case of a disaster or emergency affecting one or more PIC’s:
  • Support the national logistics Cluster with coordination needs as required
  • Support the Pacific Logistics Cluster coordinator as required
  • Provide advice to the Pacific Logistics Cluster on the logistics gaps and needs
  • Assist the WFP National Information Management Officer with data collection and IM material development and reporting.
• Any other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Master degree in project management, logistics & supply chain, international development; data management or a closely related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of working experience in project management (for candidate with Bachelor degree require a minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience in a humanitarian development or response capacity, preferably in logistics or emergency management. Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate with government and stakeholders and build local capacity.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong project management and inter-agency coordination skills. Strong writing skills in developing plans, guidelines, reports, and meeting minutes to a professional level that can be shared with Government and partners. Ability to make a positive contribution in a team-based environment and to work under tight deadlines with minimum supervision; excellent interpersonal and communication skills with officials and government counterparts; proficiency in Windows, MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data management systems. Knowledge in logistics operations and emergency response operations. Training or capacity building and workshop facilitation.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is a leading organization delivering food assistance and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We also support governments of developing countries in their efforts to eliminate hunger and malnutrition by addressing the underlying causes and disparities in access to food and good nutrition to ensure that no one is left behind in line with the Agenda 2030, Sustaining Peace and Agenda for Humanity. WFP is particularly focused on Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and Goal 17 (Partnerships).

The 2020 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to WFP is recognition that ending hunger is a critical first step towards global peace. WFP recognizes that one of the greatest contributions it can make to Humanity is to provide a voice to the 690 million hungry people in the world. The Nobel Peace Prize gives us a platform to make their needs heard and to mobilize support for the assistance they need.

WFP, in its capacity as the lead of the regional Pacific Logistics Cluster works with regional partners, including national logistics coordination mechanisms to enhance the capacity of Pacific governments to prepare for and respond to emergencies. The Pacific Logistics Cluster is also supporting the regional health response to COVID-19 that is being led by WHO and Pacific Ministries of Health, including coordination support to the WFP-led Pacific Humanitarian Air Service which is addressing gaps in air transport services.

WFP is looking for a dynamic national Logistic Preparedness Officer who will be responsible for the day to day management of the logistic tools, under the technical guidance and support of the Global Cluster Logistic team.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Sunday 19 June 2022 at 23:59 GMT (Monday 20 June 2022 at 5:59 AM Fiji Time)

This vacancy announcement is for Nationals from Fiji. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply through the WFP careers website (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings ).

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Female applicants and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. 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