Logistics Assistant -G5
WFP
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Field Office and technical guidance of Supply Chain team at the Area Office, the incumbent will be responsible of the following duties:
Coordinate requisitioning and ensure timely delivery of commodities and supplies to authorized partners and destinations.
Implement operational warehouse procedures and normative guidance to manage WFP s warehouse, handle inventory effectively through corporate systems, and ensure loss mitigation.
Support in coordinating warehouse operations and ensure all aligned to standard business process including timely and accurate preparation of daily operations reports for invoicing warehouse activities.
Supervise warehouse vendors' activities and participate in performance reviews.
Participate in conducting vendor and market assessments and engage with entities to assess and identify potential logistics service providers.
Ensure accurate and timely monthly physical inventories, reconciliation and clearance of the same.
Coordinate documentation processing and disposal of non-fit for human commodities.
Provide support to retailers in the implementation of their activities for Cash Based Transfers (CBT).
Assist in the follow-up of any complaints from the beneficiaries' hotlines and provide feedback.
Assist in the monitoring of market prices, checking the availability of commodities, food quality, food expiry dates and general hygiene at retailer shops.
Assist in the capacity building and training of retailers in the use of Point-of-Sale machines.
Assist retailers in checking their transactions and the correct uploading of reports in the system and provide feedback.
Keep a clear inventory of all retailers Point of Sale machines in use including GEMS inventory.
Maintain filing systems and archives for easy retrieval of information.
Perform any other related duties as required.
Desired Candidate Profile
Education: Completion of secondary school education OR an advanced diploma in logistics, supply chain management or related functional area is required. A degree in the related functional area is an added advantage.
Experience: At least five (5) or more years of relevant professional work experience with a Secondary School Certificate OR University Degree (Diploma/Bachelor s) in logistics, supply chain management or related functional area is required with a minimum of two (2) or more years of relevant experience directly worked in Supply Chain.
Language: Fluent knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.
Other Knowledge and Skills Required:
Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision.
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.
Company Industry
- NGO
- Social Services
- Community Services
- Non-Profit
Department / Functional Area
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
Keywords
- Logistics Assistant -G5
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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.