Storekeeper G5 - Nacala, Nampula (Re-advertisement)

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

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.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.

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 PURPOSE:
To coordinate receipt/dispatch and verification of commodities in order to maximize quality of warehouse operations and mitigate losses and ensure implementation of the best storage management practices and compliance with WFP warehouse guidelines and standards.

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

• In alignment with WFP’s partners, ensure that all mechanisms are in place for receiving new batches, as well as ensuring that food and non-food commodities are handled, stored, and stacked in accordance with the WFP’s storage guidelines.

• Provide support in liaison with WFP’s delegations/field offices focal points to obtain weekly arrivals.

• Coordinate with the transporters contracted by the WFP to carry out the loadings.

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly physical inventories of all items stored in the warehouse; ensure that all movement records (stack/stock cards, receipts, dispatches, etc.) align with the WFP’s control system.

• Provide timely and accurate communication regarding stock movements, loading instructions, implementation progress, and aging products in the warehouse.

• Provide timely and accurate communication regarding stock movements, loading instructions, implementation progress, and aging products in the warehouse.

• Ensure that invoices for transportation services are prepared and submitted promptly, fully compliant with contractual terms and WFP’s procedures.

• Liaison with partner focal points on issues related to product deliveries.

• Monitor the execution of services provided by suppliers, particularly cargo handling, cleaning, and pest control services.

• Monitor pest control and recommend mitigation actions in case of product infestation.

• Maintain a filing system for documents according to WFP’s procedures.

• Perform other related tasks as necessary.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Experience using logistics databases to monitor ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock.

• Experience analysing 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of secondary school education and a post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.

Experience: At least five (5) years of relevant work experience in logistics operations or related areas.

Knowledge and Skills: Stock management systems, analytical capacities and ability to conduct reconciliations, MS excel.

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in both English and Portuguese.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Type of contract: Fixed - Term, G5

Duty Station: Nacala, Nampula

Duration: 12 months

This position is open to Mozambican Nationals Only.

Female-qualified candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: MARCH 5TH 2025

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 committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

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.