DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

18 November 2024-23:59-GMT+02:00 Eastern European Standard Time (Cairo)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

• JOB TITLE: Warehouse Manager
• TYPE OF CONTRACT: CST I
• DUTY STATION (City, Country): Cairo, Egypt
• DURATION: 11 months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The conflict escalation on 07 October in Gaza has severely disrupted electricity, food, water, and fuel supplies, restricted movement, and worsened the humanitarian crisis. This has led to large-scale displacement and significant logistics challenges for humanitarian organizations. WFP has set up supply chain corridors, including through Egypt, and is establishing the necessary staffing to deliver relief and life-saving supplies into Gaza.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate effectively internally with other project departments to ensure the information and communication chain.
• Travel between warehouses in Egypt, and extended travel to field locations within the region as required.
• Provide adequate support to all project teams to enable smooth and on-time deliveries of NFIs and Food items to the validated distribution points.
• Monitor inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status.
• Analyse and follow up on maintenance/upkeep works at the level of the warehouses (electricity, air conditioning, lighting).
• Oversee and monitor the various services provided at the warehouse level (cleaning, rodent control, disinfection, etc.).
• Verify the documentation attesting to the effective dispatch of cargo.
• Ensure the accuracy of the warehouse transaction records, including identifying discrepancies, to ensure immediate and accurate reporting of commodity movements in line with corporate requirements.
• Participate in the storage and distribution of NFIs and Food items.
• Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines for all assistance modalities.
• Contribute to the review of WFP Corporate warehouse standards and procedures to support efficiency and changing business needs.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Education:

A university degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Management, Public Administration, International Relations, or a related field.

Experience Knowledge & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience and 1 year of post-graduate experience.
• Experience in managing small teams of staff with related areas of expertise.
• Experience in international freight management is desirable.
• Experience in monitoring service providers’ contracts and their execution is desirable.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage several activities simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Advanced knowledge of logistics operations as well as knowledge of food storage and kitting experience.
• Good knowledge of the Microsoft package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related software).
• Knowledge of WFP warehouse management procedures and good database skills would be an asset.

Languages:

• Working knowledge (proficiency/Level C) of English.
• Arabic language is preferable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, 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.