Logistics Officer (Head of Logistics and Logistics Cluster Coordinator)-Intl. Consultant (Level II)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

JOB TITLE: Logistics Officer (Head of Logistics and Logistics Cluster Coordinator) TYPE OF CONTRACT: Regular Consultancy Contract (International Consultant, Level II) UNIT: Supply Chain, Pacific Office DUTY STATION: Suva, Fiji DURATION: 11 Months (with possibility to renew)

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. Are you interested in managing logistics activities and projects under WFP's interim Multi-Country Strategic Plan? Are you ready to change and save the lives of the world's most vulnerable people? If yes, this opportunity is for you!

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

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.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The Pacific is one of the world’s most disaster-prone regions, with Pacific Island Countries ranked among the most vulnerable in the world to natural disasters due to rising sea levels and increasing severe weather patterns caused by the effects of climate change. Of the 20 states with the highest average disaster losses scaled by GDP, eight are Pacific Island countries.

Building on its engagement in the Pacific since 2015, WFP works with Pacific governments and partners to improve capacity to reduce the risk of, prepare for and respond to disasters. This is achieved through strengthening coordination mechanisms in logistics, emergency telecommunications and food security, as well as data and cash preparedness. This is done in close collaboration with national partners, including those who lead the national coordination mechanisms through training and ongoing engagement and support.

WFP also leads the regional Pacific Logistics Cluster which is supporting the regional health response that is being coordinated by the WHO-led Pacific Joint Incident Management team for COVID-19 and Pacific Health Ministries. In addition, WFP is operating the Pacific Humanitarian Air Service and associated transit hub, to address current gaps in air transport services. This is to ensure ongoing delivery or urgently required medical equipment, including PPE and the ongoing movement of humanitarian personnel.

JOB PURPOSE

Manage logistics activities and projects under WFP’s interim Multi-Country Strategic Plan (2019-2022) for the Pacific covering up to 14 Pacific island countries and territories. Under the direct supervision of the Director of the WFP Pacific Office, the Logistics Officer will ensure the successful implementation of the logistics component of the Pacific Office’s interim Multi-Country Strategic Plan.

The primary responsibilities of the Logistics Officer are to ensure impactful capacity strengthening support to Pacific government logistics counterparts in emergency preparedness and response through the cluster approach, the ongoing development of regional logistics tools and trainings, and the successful management of the Pacific Humanitarian Air Service.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Pacific Island Logistics Capacity Development

• Engage with NDMOs and partners at the national level for the establishment and/or development of national logistics clusters and support this process for effective coordination and information management especially during disaster response.
• In conjunction with the National Logistics Clusters ensure the updating of national Logistics Capacity Assessments as well as manage the development and implementation of the Provincial Logistics Capacity Assessments.
• Collaborating with National Disaster Management Offices, national logistics clusters and humanitarian partners to develop and undertake simulation exercises, to develop preparedness plans, operational response plans and prepositioning strategies.
• Identify national Logistics Cluster training needs with particular reference to Cluster Coordinators, Information Management and logistic personnel capacity. In collaboration with national clusters, develop and implement appropriate training activities to improve understanding and skill levels.

2. Regional Activities and Projects

Manage all regional activities of the WFP Logistics Team/ Regional Logistics Cluster in the Pacific, including:

• Lead efforts to further develop regional strategies, activities and tools for use and implementation by NDMOs, National Logistics Clusters and humanitarian organisations as well as the further strengthen of existing tools.
• As Regional Logistics Cluster Coordinator, lead the regional cluster, chair meetings, ensure effective information management, and manage common services including cargo consolidation services in Nadi, Fiji in support of the Pacific Humanitarian Air Service.
• Deploy in support of government led-emergency response efforts and national clusters as required.
• With technical support from WFP Aviation, manage the Pacific Humanitarian Air Service,
• As Activity Manager, effectively manage logistics budgets and funds. Provide input for project proposals and provide timely reporting to country and regional office, and the Global Logistics Cluster as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience:

• Eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in logistics and/or supply chain operations;
• Experience in managing logistics operations including emergency response;
• Experience in the humanitarian response architecture, including coordination mechanisms, humanitarian reforms, and funding mechanisms;
• Experience working with Governments for effective capacity strengthening;
• Experience in managing complex projects over multiple locations with key milestones, including budgeting and funds management;
• Experience of working in collaboration with a diverse array of humanitarian actors, including governments, NGOs, U.N. agencies, civil society, community organizations and the private sector.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in the Pacific region;
• Experience in the design and development of trainings.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Sound knowledge of the humanitarian logistics supply chain;
• Solid understanding of logistics and supply chain processes in the humanitarian context and Logistics Cluster mechanisms;
• Proven ability to lead a diverse team to deliver results;
• Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage programs;
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationship with stakeholders, partners and government counterparts;
• Excellent written and oral communications and presentation/facilitation skills;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team, and establish effective working relationship with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Education:

• Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Emergency and Disaster Management, or other related field; or a first level university degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines with additional years of relevant experience.

Language:

• Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. A good working knowledge OF Pacific Island language(s) is desirable.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

17 January 2021, 17.59 GMT (18 January 2021, 05.59 AM, Fiji Time)

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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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.