Logistics Business Support Assistant, SSA4 Bossaso
Support WFP logistics port operations
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Overview
Support WFP logistics port operations
You have:
- Secondary school education.
- At least three years of experience in logistics, transport and port operations in the humanitarian sector. A certified first degree from a recognized university, studying in logistics, transport or operations may be considered in lieu of the years of experience.
- Successfully completed 8-month internship programme with WFP Somalia.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication in Somali and English is a must.
- Knowledge of work routines and methods of port operations.
- Experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard software packages.
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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.
Posting Dates
Opening Date: 19 October 2021 Closing Date: 23 October 2021
About WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide and the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.
Why join WFP Somalia?
In Somalia, the World Food Programme provides food assistance for nutrition, livelihoods, and relief through the hard work of more than 500 employees who contribute to make Somalia hunger free in close partnership with local partners.
What will you do?
- Support WFP logistics port operations.
- Supervise warehouse cleaning after loading/ unloading and reconstitution exercise.
- Monitor the correct use and quantity as per loading orders.
- Participate in monthly physical stock count exercise.
- Inspect the condition of commodities upon arrival and report any discrepancies.
- Prepare minutes of supply chain meetings.
- Maintain inventory of Non-Food Items in the warehouse.
Do you meet the minimum requirements?
- Secondary school education.
- At least three years of experience in logistics, transport and port operations in the humanitarian sector. A certified first degree from a recognized university, studying in logistics, transport or operations may be considered in lieu of the years of experience.
- Successfully completed 8-month internship programme with WFP Somalia.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication in Somali and English is a must.
Are you competent for this job?
- Knowledge of work routines and methods of port operations
- Experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard software packages.
Terms and Conditions
Contract Duration: 11 months
Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through E-Recruitment.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
WFP is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.
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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with logistics and transport operations? | This question assesses your relevant past experiences in logistics. | Provide specific examples of past roles and responsibilities. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in inventory management? | The interviewer wants to understand your attention to detail in managing stock. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a challenging situation you faced at a previous job? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What software tools do you typically use for logistics and inventory management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle discrepancies in inventory reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
wfp.org
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