🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) – 4 Positions

Job Title: Logistics Officer (CBT), NOA

Ref: JR109097
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Purpose

• To collect, analyse and report on information to maximise efficiency of the logistics operations and activities.
• If you are passionate about logistics and are committed to supporting the mission of the United Nations, we would love to hear from you!

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

• Lead and supervise Cash Based Transfer (CBT) team colleagues, ensuring cohesive teamwork and effective task execution. Plan, oversee, and monitor monthly redemption cycles. Adhere to WFP corporate guidelines and ensure smooth delivery of e-voucher activities.
• Oversee the contractual processes between WFP and retailers to ensure compliance and efficiency. Contribute to structures that enable quick responses to emergencies, ensuring the effective delivery of interventions to beneficiaries.
• Coordinate micro/macro assessments, Retailer Onboarding and Contracting (ROC) intervention setups and implementation, review NFR for every new location transitioned to CBT (e-voucher).
• Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.
• Support logistics projects or operational day-to-day activities following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
• Collect and analyse data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of local logistics operations.
• Conduct portions of financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending actions to the supervisor to optimise use of available funds.
• Guide support staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries.
• Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP wide view of logistics activities that enables informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders.
• Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners for efficient and effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries (i.e. through contribution to the training materials).
• Identify and build productive relationships with logistics colleagues and staff within the area of assignment to support an integrated approach to food assistance.
• Follow emergency logistics preparedness practices to ensure WFP are able to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of the crisis.
• Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
• Other as required.

QUalifications and Experience
Education:

• Advanced University Degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Desired experiences for entry into the role:

• A minimum of one year of practical professional (managerial) work experience in the related work area. Additionally, proven years of practical work experience on the field in the related work area.
• Experience coordinating service providers’ contract execution.
• Experience arranging supplier deliveries and the discharge of WFP vessels (rail, air, or sea).
• Experience in evaluating offers and writing proposals.
• Experience in report writing.

Language:

• Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.

More About You:
We are looking for a dedicated and resourceful Logistics Officer who embodies the following qualities:

• Proactive Problem Solver: You anticipate challenges and respond with innovative solutions, ensuring effective logistics operations.
• Detail-Oriented: Your attention to detail ensures accuracy in logistics planning and execution, contributing to operational efficiency.
• Strong Communicator: You excel in both verbal and written communication, facilitating collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptable: You thrive in dynamic environments and can quickly adjust to changing priorities and demands.
• Team Player: You work well within a team and understand the importance of collaboration in achieving common goals.
• Culturally Sensitive: You appreciate diversity and can work effectively in multicultural settings, respecting varying perspectives and practices.

Additional / Nice To Have:

• UN Values: A strong commitment to the principles and values of the United Nations, including integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity.
• UN experience.

Application Closing Date
23rd January, 2025; 23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Logistics Assistant (CBT)

Ref: JR109103
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Purpose

• To implement well-defined standard logistics/supply chain processes and activities to enable effective delivery of goods and services for all delivery modalities.

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive)

• Retailer Management: full Participation during the assessment, selection , onboarding, performance monitoring, and compliance of Cash Based Transfers (CBT) Retailers
• Ensure Reconciliation & Payments are completed in timely manner by Certifying invoices, coordinate settlements, and ensure timely payments using WFP system
• Ensure required actions are taken for issue Resolution by addressing retailer complaints and operational challenges effectively
• Provide support to logistics operations and activities, following standard processes and facilitating, directly or indirectly, the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
• Support timely ordering and delivery of commodities and supplies to authorized partners and destinations.
• Support management of logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.
• Respond to a variety of technical queries/requests for support, following standard processes, and obtaining guidance as required, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of all enquiries with a high standard of client service mind-set.
• Contribute to budget preparation, monitoring, and revision for all delivery modalities, ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and in compliance with corporate standards.
• Assist in monitoring inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status from source to beneficiary.
• Assist in management of commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
• Support operational pipeline analyses, assessments, and operational planning for all delivery modalities.
• Process documentation for execution of logistics operations (e.g., customs clearance, invoice verification), take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues escalating various issues to the supervisor.
• Liaise with internal and limited number of external stakeholders to support efficient logistics operations management.
•  Provide guidance to other support staff, in order to assist them in completing standard tasks to agreed standards and deadlines.

Standard Minimum Academic Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a first degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field.
• Experience: Five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work.

Desired Experiences for Entry Into The Role:

• Experience using corporate systems to monitor ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock.
• Experience analyzing data (on commodities, funds, etc.) and drafting reports.
• Experience in measuring service providers’ performance against set KPIs.
• Experience in assisting the preparation of contract documentation.
• Experience in providing technical business support in corporate systems.

Language:

• General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

More About You:

• You are a detail-oriented and proactive individual with a strong understanding of logistics operations and supply chain management.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and are adept at problem-solving.
• Your ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams ensures smooth coordination and execution of logistics activities.

You possess:

• Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with logistics software and tools, with a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Team Collaboration: Experience working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams, contributing positively to group dynamics.
• Cultural Sensitivity: An understanding of and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive workplace.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and environments, demonstrating resilience in challenging situations.
• Your commitment to the United Nations' values and goals aligns with a passion for supporting humanitarian efforts and operational excellence.

Additional / Nice To Have:

• UN Values: A strong commitment to the principles and values of the United Nations, including integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity.
• UN experience.

Application Closing Date
23rd January, 2025; 23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: IT Operations Assistant, SC4

Ref: JR109089
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Purpose

• To deliver standard software and hardware support services, as well as monitor and maintain a wide range of information sources, to contribute to the effective delivery of IT services.
• If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in a global context, we invite you to apply and join our team!.

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive)

• Carry-out system and equipment maintenance tasks, such as back-up system data and system protection, to ensure they are running effectively and enable easy and efficient use.
• Undertake basic monitoring and troubleshooting of server systems to ensure a consistent delivery of IT services to staff.
• Respond to basic queries about technology and systems to support the correct application of technology.
• Receive and inspect all incoming assets and report discrepancies in IT materials inventory to senior colleagues to ensure materials are effectively tracked. 5. Perform basic beta testing and support the roll out of new versions of centrally supported software to ensure software is operational for WFP staff.
• Ensure information is up to date and accurate within inventories, databases, websites, and archives in order to support senior officers in managing these systems.
• With direction from senior colleagues, collate information to be included in standard material such as training documentation and web content, to contribute to the availability of information about services and products.
• Follow set emergency response processes and procedures as required to provide support in enabling emergency food assistance needs to be met.

Functional Capabilities
Capability Name: Description of the behavior expected for the proficiency level:

• Governance, Strategy and Architecture: Demonstrates awareness of overall IT governance structure and system architecture development to support the process and assist in design of interaction between systems
• Change Implementation: Has basic understanding of project management principles to provide basic estimates on timing, resource utilisation and costs to facilitate the project planning process.

Project management, Planning and Optimization:

• Technical Expertise:   Understands technical aspects of own job and applies them in a thorough and systematic manner to analyze customer’s technical issues and offer value adding advice and/or solutions.
• Service Management:   Understands and follows the established standards and protocols for service excellence within own domain to maintain quality of delivery and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Client Management: Demonstrates working understanding of existing hardware, software, servers and network management to resolve users’ routine problems using WFP’s established processes and tools.
• Procurement and Contract Management: Assists in the technology selection process by collating information on vendors and/or products for evaluation against criteria.

Standard Minimum Academic Qualifications
Education:

• Completion of First Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or any other relevant field.

Desired Experiences for Entry Into The Role:

• Academic or professional experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or any other relevant field.
• Has experience resolving level 1 IT issues.

Language:

• General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

More About You:

• You are a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a strong foundation in IT support and operations.
• You possess excellent problem-solving skills and are comfortable working in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
• Your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse teams enhances your contribution to our mission.

Key Attributes:

• Technical Proficiency: You have a solid understanding of IT systems, networks, and software applications, with experience in troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Adaptability: You thrive in fast-paced settings and can quickly adjust to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of service.
• Team Player: You value teamwork and actively contribute to a positive work environment, supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
• Customer Focus: You are dedicated to providing excellent support to users, ensuring their IT needs are met with professionalism and efficiency.
• Continuous Learner: You demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth, staying updated on the latest technologies and best practices in IT operations.

Application Closing Date
22nd January, 2025; 23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Consultant Programme Policy Officer (Early Warning & Anticipatory Action Officer)

Ref: JR109052
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Purpose

• The Anticipatory Action Officer will be the main focal point within WFP Nigeria for anything related to EW&AA. He/she will work under the overall supervision of the Head and Deputy head of Programme, and in close collaboration with the crisis response, resilience, capacity strengthening and RAM units.
• The duration of this assignment is initially for six months, with the possibility of an extension.
• The AA Officer will help formulate WFPs strategy with regards to EW&AA, working closely with OCHA, FAO, UN agencies, IFRC, (I)NGOs and government counterparts to ensure harmonized approaches. This entails the development of a coherent concept that identifies what risks to focus on, what funding mechanisms might be tapped into (CERF, NHF, GCF, etc.), what the pre-defined triggers would be, and what kind of support WFP would be able to provide as part of a wider multi-sectoral response.
• The AA Officer will also represent the CO vis-à-vis the AA Task Force and explore other areas where EW&AA activities could be implemented.

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

• Facilitate the Technical Support mission that is expected to take place in Nigeria during the first half of February.
• Together with the Capacity Strengthening (SO4) and Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) focal point, make sure EW&AA activities are aligned with Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) as well as Disaster Response activities.
• In collaboration with relevant technical staff from HQ/RBD, identify WFP support areas for technical capacity strengthening of national institutions such as the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), state level Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs), the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET), with the objective to improve flood forecasting ability in terms of quality and timing.
• Identify flood related anticipatory actions that could be implemented at the community level and linked to crisis response and resilience building activities.
• Review current SOPs and communication structures (vertical and horizontal) for flood risk and make suggestions for potential improvements to strengthen flood early warning, preparedness, and anticipatory actions at different levels.
• Review concept notes and learn from WFP experiences where Anticipatory Actions for flood risks are already being implemented such as in Bangladesh, Burundi, and Nepal.
• Prepare concept notes and, jointly with RBD and HQ, draft the Anticipatory Action Plan (AAP) for WFP Nigeria.
• Together with OCHA and FAO, facilitate workshops and trainings to ensure EW&AA concepts are well understood among various stakeholders, including (I)NGOs and government counterparts from the federal down to the state and local levels.
• Produce an overview of the current NEMA and SEMA communication strategy for flood alerts and warnings and areas for improvement.
• Produce an overview of community-based flood preparedness and come up with suggestions for improvement for communication of alerts/warning and anticipatory actions.
• Represent WFP at various forums related to EW&AA, including the AA Task Force, Trigger Working group, etc.
• Ensure adequate reporting on EW & AA vis-à-vis the 2025 HNRP and ECHO HIP 2025.
• Screen the donor landscape for potential funding of the Anticipatory Action concept in Nigeria and prepare project proposals accordingly. One possibility to investigate is funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

QUalifications
Education:

• Advanced University Degree or Master's Degree or equivalent in fields such as: Disaster Risk Management, Environmental Science, Climate Change, Public Health, International Development, Agronomy or Food Security, Data Science/Statistics.

Professional Experience:

• Consultancy Level II: Applicable to tasks which require five to ten years of relevant professional experience and knowledge of a variety of different methods, procedures and alternatives to complete the assigned tasks.
• Such tasks which will normally consist in providing guidance, recommendations or proposals to the Programme.

Additional Certifications:

• Specialized knowledge and experience in working with national institutions and government for strengthening early warning capacity towards impact-based forecasting and in strengthening central and horizontal coordination, communication and policies for the design and implementation of anticipatory actions ahead of an extreme weather event.
• Experience in working with communities and local governments to ensure last-mile communication and cash-pay outs ahead of a forecast extreme weather event.
• Certifications in Risk Assessment or Disaster Management can be advantageous.
• Training in Early Warning Systems or Data Analysis Tools may also be beneficial.

Application Closing Date
15th January, 2025; 23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online