DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

14 January 2025-23:59-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).

The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger. Every day, WFP works to ensure that nobody goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, are able to meet their food and other essential needs.

The escalation of the hostilities which began on 7 October in Gaza, has resulted in an unprecedented level of destruction to the infrastructure inside Gaza and displaced nearly 1.7 million people, 75% of the population. The entire population of Gaza is facing high levels of acute food insecurity (IPC 3 and above; crisis or worse) with more than half the population of Gaza facing catastrophic levels of hunger.

WFP has scaled up its presence and operational capacity through various corridors and inside Gaza to deliver life-saving food assistance to more than 1.1 million beneficiaries. Egypt represents one of the major corridors to deliver food into Gaza and accordingly, WFP has established the required Supply Chain structures, capacities, and logistics mechanisms to facilitate the delivery of food from various sources into Gaza. WFP continues to establish required staffing structures at various levels and operational locations to facilitate the end-to-end corridor service under the Regional Bureau, RBC.

This Vacancy Announcement seeks to identify suitable candidates to build a “Consultant Roster of Logistics Officers” for upcoming openings in the Region. Through this roster, WFP’s Regional Bureau in Cairo for the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe (RBC) is looking to support Country Offices in the region to perform secure, timely, and effective logistics operations, ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian assistance to those in need. Consultants selected for the roster will be called upon to fill short-term assignments as Logistics Officers, supporting WFP’s mission across various countries in the region during times of heightened need or operational demand.

Key responsibilities will include planning and coordinating logistics operations, managing supply chain processes, and collaborating with partners and stakeholders to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of food and non-food item delivery. Selected candidates will play a critical role in ensuring that WFP’s supply chain remains robust and adaptable, even in challenging and volatile environments. We select our roster members on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance. The Roster validity would be for 2 years, and assignment durations could vary from short-term (1 month) to mid-term (maximum 11 months at a time).

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

This vacancy announcement is intended to build a Roster of qualified applicants for future Consultancy opportunities in WFP. The Terms of Reference (TOR) stated here is indicative and is a generic description of typical requirements as such it is not tied to any specific open position or for any specific duty station. Interested applicants can make an expression of interest in future opportunities. All applications received will be reviewed and screened and will be put through a selection process to assess the relevancy of their work experience and qualifications. Applicants who meet the selection criteria and clear the initial pre-screening may be contacted for further assessments/interviews. The validity of the Roster is for 2 years (extendable based on mutual interest) from the time of completion of the selection process.

• Job Title: International Consultant Level 2 / International Consultant Level 1, depending on work experience and assessments.
• Type of Contract: International Consultancy Agreement
• Duration: up to 11 months
• Unit/Division: Supply Chain
• Potential Duty Stations: Any Country / Duty Station within the remit of the Regional Bureau for the Middle East, Northern Africa, and Eastern Europe (Algeria, Armenia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, State of Palestine, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, Yemen).

Job Purpose:

To support WFP’s emergency response to the humanitarian crisis in the region by managing and optimizing supply chain operations to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and integrated delivery of life-saving food and other essential supplies. The role involves designing and implementing innovative supply chain solutions, building strategic partnerships, and providing technical expertise to address logistical challenges in a dynamic and complex operational environment. The successful candidate will contribute to enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and agility of WFP’s supply chain operations while ensuring compliance with organizational standards and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders. The key accountabilities stated below are indicative, drawn from several potential future assignments that could arise in the Regional Bureau or the Country offices.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement supply chain plans and procedures aligned with WFP’s strategy, policies, and operational objectives to achieve cost efficiency, agility, and quality in emergency response.
• Analyze regional and country-specific contexts to design and manage end-to-end supply chain operations, proactively mitigating challenges and optimizing performance.
• Plan and oversee innovative supply chain initiatives to ensure timely, cost-effective, and integrated approaches to food and non-food assistance in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Provide technical advice, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement best practices to enhance supply chain operations, ensuring continuous innovation and efficiency.
• Build and maintain productive partnerships with governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and private sector counterparts to share resources, coordinate efforts, and strengthen operational capacities.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis and supply chain network mapping to inform decision-making and improve supply chain performance through appropriate operational modalities.
• Manage supply chain activities, including service providers, ports, fleets, and warehouses, to ensure compliance with WFP policies and corporate standards, emphasizing quality control, risk mitigation, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supply chain performance, ensuring robust internal controls, accurate reporting, and data analysis to support informed decision-making and stakeholder alignment.
• Lead, motivate, and develop team members by providing coaching, training, and career guidance to foster professional growth and enable high-performance results.

Education:

An Advanced University Degree (master’s or equivalent) in Logistics, Supply Chain, Management, International Development, or a related field

or

A First Level University Degree with additional years of experience.

Experience:

CST II: At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience

CST I: At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience

Relevant experience is described as:

• Proven experience in managing complex supply chain operations
• Experience working in the humanitarian or private sector.
• Experience in leading, managing, and developing teams to ensure high performance and operational excellence.
• Technical knowledge and hands-on experience with supply chain management systems is an advantage.

Experience working in an emergency setting is highly desired but not mandatory.

Knowledge & Skills:

• End-to-End Supply Chain Management Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of procurement, logistics, transportation, and warehousing, with the ability to optimize operations in emergency and humanitarian contexts.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proficiency in analyzing complex supply chain challenges, conducting market analysis, and utilizing data to drive decision-making and improve performance.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership: Strong ability to build partnerships across functions and with external partners, combined with leadership skills to manage, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as familiarity with Microsoft AI tools for data analysis and process automation.

Languages:

Fluency (level C) in English is mandatory. Knowledge of a second language is desirable.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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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

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

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.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements