Logistics Associate G6 Innovation Lab

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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).

Please note that this vacancy announcement is being issued internally and externally.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Global hunger has reached alarming levels in 2022, and WFP, the Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2020, remains dedicated and committed to address this global food crisis. The United Nations Humanitarian Response Depot (UNHRD) is a network of strategically located hubs established to support humanitarian organizations and the broader international community in responding to emergencies and crises. UNHRD provides essential services such as storage, easy access to critical supplies, and technical assistance.

   
THE ROLE

To support the lab’s logistics operations and contribute to its mission of driving innovation in humanitarian preparedness and response and supply chain management. The position holder will contribute to fostering innovative solutions and promoting technological advancements to address global humanitarian challenges in emergency preparedness and response. The Innovation Lab is a key resource within UNHRD, playing a central role in ensuring continuity of innovation efforts in close collaboration with the humanitarian partners. The position holder will report to the Head of the Innovation Lab.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Collaborate with design teams and key stakeholders to support the co-creation of solutions that address the evolving needs of humanitarian response, providing necessary logistical input and support.

• Assist in developing technical specifications for long-term agreements related to core activities and items (e.g., Mobile Storage Units, generators, prefabs), and support the evaluation of proposals to ensure compliance with UNHRD standards.

• Assist in the identification, evaluation, and adoption of innovative technologies and practices, providing logistical insights and support to ensure successful implementation contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge supply chain solutions.

• Coordinate requisitioning and ensure the timely delivery of commodities and supplies for Innovation Lab projects to authorized partners and destinations, supporting the lab’s experimental and pilot initiatives.

• Manage logistics vendors’ contracting activities, including performance monitoring and measurement, ensuring that vendors meet the innovative and quality standards required for the lab's projects.

• Support gathering market intelligence and conducting vendor assessments (e.g., transporters, suppliers) to support the vendor selection process for the Innovation Lab's projects and initiatives.

• Prepare, monitor, and revise budgets for projects within the Innovation Lab, ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and compliance with corporate standards.

• Perform research, collect data and conduct data analysis and produce reports on various aspects of the Innovation Lab, ensuring accurate and reliable data for informed decision-making.

• Process any documentation related to the Innovation Lab activity (invoice verification, etc) and take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues, escalating complex issues to the supervisor as needed.

• Support with communication activities (prepare presentations, present to stakeholders, work with communication experts as required, etc) to attract the interest from private sector, suppliers, partners for the Innovation Lab current and future initiatives and to keep the community of partners abreast of the Innovation Lab achievements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of secondary School education. Additional degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Design, Project Management is desirable.

Experience: Minimum 6 years’ professional experience in humanitarian sector, and/or development projects and related fields

Language: Proficiency in Italian and in English (Level C) is required. Proficiency in another UN language is an asset.

SPECIFIC ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Experience managing a team.

• Strong organization and coordination skills and record-keeping skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to address and resolve issues efficiently.

• Competence in preparing, implementing, and monitoring project budgets.

• Organizational skills and attention to details.

• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of supply chain operations in emergency

• Experience in developing technical specifications, evaluating proposals, and managing logistics contracts,

• Experience in gathering market intelligence, conducting vendor assessments, and supporting the vendor selection process

• Experience in using IPSAS and SAP.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of supply chain operations in emergency.

• Organizational skills and attention to details.

• Recognized communication, and negotiation skills with a passion for driving sustainable positive change.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. Please visit the following website for detailed information on working with http://www.wfp.org Click on: “Our work” and “Countries” to learn more about WFP’s operations.

Salary scale: UN - Salary Scale

Applicants must be:

• Italian Residents holding a valid passport and/or identity card, and;

• Reside within commuting distance (100-kilometer radius or distance that can be covered within 1.5 hours by car or public transport under average conditions of traffic, weather, and roads) to the office location at the duty station World Food Programme, UNHRD Brindisi, Ex SS 16 Km 906.9, 72100 Brindisi, Italy). If not residing within commuting distance at the time of application, candidates must be willing to relocate to Brindisi, Italy, at their own cost before taking up the assignment. WFP shall not be responsible for any costs associated with such relocation nor shall WFP assist or otherwise be involved in obtaining residency status or legal work permits. Preference will be given to candidates who reside within commuting distance of Brindisi, Italy.

Please note that applications should be sent in English. Only applications received in English will be considered.

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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.

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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.