National Project Personnel - Logistics
Coordinate and support logistics operations in Cabo Delgado.
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Overview
Coordinate and support logistics operations in Cabo Delgado.
You have:
- At least 3 years of experience in logistics support to humanitarian operations.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Mozambican National.
Organizational Setting
The crisis in northern Mozambique has rapidly deteriorated because of conflict, insecurity and violence in Cabo Delgado, leading to significant displacement, disruption of livelihoods and lack of access to basic services. It is within this context that the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the 2021 - 23 Agricultural Livelihoods Response Plan for northern Mozambique. Support provided to the IDPs and host communities will ensure they resume local crop production, fishing and livestock rearing activities while sustainably managing the soil, forest and fish resources. The Agriculture Livelihoods Response will further ensure that humanitarian interventions are appropriately linked to medium and longer-term actions that embraces both market-oriented and ecosystem-based approaches. Projects developed under the Agriculture Livelihoods Response Plan will contribute towards enhanced food and nutrition security of the populations, while laying the foundation to build resilient livelihoods against future climatic shocks and stressors.
Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Mozambique, the logistics associate is under the direct supervision of the Head of Field Office.
Technical Focus
Planning, execution, and control of the procured supplies, movement, distribution and stationing of personnel, material, and other resources.
Tasks and Responsibilities
The logistics Associate will undertake the following duties; • Support and reinforce the logistics unit within the FAO Mozambique in Cabo Delgado. • Coordinate and monitor field logistic operations for the receipt and distribution of agricultural, livestock and fisheries inputs and other assets procured under various FAO projects/programmes in Cabo Delgado. • Coordinates logistics activities with procurement, finance, human resources, policy and other substantive units. • Review the stock holding in FAO warehouses locations, and update the stock inventory regularly in the database. • Support the technical evaluation and verification for all logistic orders. • Coordinates logistics operations with other UN agencies, UN military and other organizations in Cabo Delgado. • Liaise with Logistics Cluster and other UN Agencies. • Support the team and coordinates the distribution of FAO Goods to partners and others. • Review and update logistics and distribution plans under the emergency. • Provide necessary assistance and support to ensure that existing plans are implemented and goods moved to their destinations; • Track the logistics contracts and LTAs like transport, Clearing and forwarding and freight companies, vehicles, insurances and others contracts. • Daily managing a team of drivers and vehicles in efficient way. • Immediate report any loss or damage to the Head of Office that could affect FAO items. • Work closely with the operations and programme teams for the handover of non-expendable items in the warehouses at different locations in the country. Finalize the list of items to be handed over to the Government counterparts, auctioned off or written off as per FAO procedures; • Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• At least 3 years of experience in logistics support to humanitarian operations. • Fluency in spoken and written English. • Mozambican National
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
· Capable of working under pressure in a multitasking position. · Ability to work in a multicultural environment. · Good experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) · Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable · Familiarity with UN operating standards including MOSS and MORSS an asset. · Willingness to live and work under difficult operating conditions. · Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable · Relevance and extent of experience in in technical cooperation's related activities, policy advice and analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development, monitoring and evaluation of policies and programmes · Relevance and extent of experience in working with inter-governmental bodies and multi-disciplinary teams
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: [email protected]
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you managed a logistics crisis during a humanitarian operation? | This question assesses your crisis management and logistics skills under pressure. | Provide specific examples and the strategies you employed to resolve the issues. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple logistics operations simultaneously? | This question gauges your organizational skills and ability to handle multitasking. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have in coordinating with multiple agencies for logistics support? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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