Logistics Associate (Ports Operations) G6 - Douala

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JOB PURPOSE

To provide specialized support functions and/or supervise staff performing standard logistics/supply chain processes and activities to enable effective delivery of goods and services for all delivery modalities.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP Cameroon is part of the Country Offices in the Regional Bureau for Central and West Africa (RBD) facing multiple humanitarian crises that simultaneously aggravate existing socio-economic vulnerabilities in the country. The fragile security situation in the Northern part of the Country, a protracted refugee operation in the East and crises in the Northwest and Southwest regions has left millions of people vulnerable to food insecurity. WFP provides a key emergency response component of the Humanitarian Response Plan through regular food and sustainable development assistance to part of the food insecure and vulnerable people in the country. With the launch of the second-generation strategic plan, it is imperative to obtain the optimum capacity of staff, partners and beneficiaries given the precarious humanitarian situation and importance of delivering efficient and quick support. This role further described below, will contribute to the World Food Programme's mission in Cameroon to Saving Lives, Changing Lives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Experience:

• At least six (6) years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, preferably in Logistics Management / Ports Operations.

Language:

• Fluency (level C) in English or French language (written and oral).
• Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: English/French. (Other WFP working language) would be an asset.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Provide support WFP’s response in emergencies.
2. S pecialized support to overall logistics operations and activities in the port, following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
3. Coordinate requisitioning and ensure timely delivery of commodities and supplies to authorized partners and destinations.
4. Manage logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
5. Support gathering market intelligence, vendor assessments (e.g. transporters, retailers) to support vendor selection process.
6. Identify, resolve and/or provide recommendations on specialized queries/requests for support, using initiative and following standard processes, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of enquiries with excellent client service mind-set.
7. Prepare, monitor and revise operational strategies for all delivery modalities, ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and in compliance with corporate standards.
8. Monitor containers de-stuffing activities on GCMF, CCC and FCL shipments to track trends, challenges and report to the supervisors.
9. Support oversight for commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
10. Analyse operational pipeline and contribute to assessments and operational planning for all delivery modalities, to ensure that supply chain requirements are taken into consideration.
11. Manage documentation processing for execution of logistics operations (e.g. customs clearance, invoice verification), take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues escalating complex issues to the supervisor.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

Leads by Example with Integrity

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Applies Strategic Thinking

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

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 Mgmt 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 maintaining corporate systems and running queries on ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock. • Experience in administering third party service providers’ contracts. • Experience in compiling contract documentation. • Experience in contract execution. • Experience in budget monitoring and reporting.

COMPETENCIES

LOGISTICS-Supply Chain Management and Optimization

LOGISTICS-Planning, Project & Resource Management

LOGISTICS-Information Management & Reporting

LOGISTICS-Market Analysis, Contracting and Operational Execution

LOGISTICS-Warehouse and Inventory Management

LOGISTICS-Technical Assistance and Coordination

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Contract Type : Fixed-Term - FT
• Unit : Logistics
• Duty Station : Douala; Cameroon

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 31st May 2023 (11:59 PM UTC+1)

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