Re-advertisement - Logistics Officer (Retail & Contracting) - Consultant level I - Mogadishu

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
1 October :59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Mogadishu)

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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).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

• Lead the implementation of full cycle source-to-contract processes of moderate and high complexity logistics service requirements including, but not limited to issuing competitive procedures, and evaluating offers (e.g., issuing calls, evaluating offers and negotiating/awarding contracts), to ensure successful contracting of transport, warehouse, and services.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain plans and procedures, in line with the transport manual and other relevant guidelines to achieve operational and cost efficiencies, responsiveness and reliability of logistics services.
• Lead the periodic review of shortlists to ensure an appropriate contractor base and prepare Expression of Interest (EOI) to include relevant contractors when applicable. Evaluate documentation received from prospective companies and recommend their inclusion.
• Lead the preparation and overall processing of Requests for Quotations (RFQ) for all contracts required for the implementation of WFP Logistics operations in Somalia and the same disseminated as per WFP approved systems.
• Prepare and review analysis of submitted offers ensuring an appropriate balance of costs and capacity.
• Ensure the organization of all required meetings related to the contracting process including Logistics Contracting Committees are well informed to support decision-making.
• Prepare and disseminate information regarding contract status and any other required information including minutes, Expression of Interest (EOI), Contract Awards, and Note for Record (NFR) documents
• Consolidate and analyze relevant market data to inform the design of logistics services taking into consideration key variables such as fuel costs and competition.
• Work in close collaboration with cross-functional counterparts to align Contracting activities and promote an integrated supply-chain approach to transport and service assistance.
• Monitor and manage contract validity dates and other relevant information regarding active agreements ensuring proactive planning of needs and contracting requirements.
• Maintain period performance review cycles to ensure contractors are compliant with expected performance benchmarks and agreed terms and conditions for services being delivered.
• Contribute to the development of contract management tools, templates, methods, and processes for contracts and champion a transformative agenda to modernize the contracting workstream based on technology and best practices.
• Manage, advise and develop the workforce involved in contracting activities. Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
• Provide strategic leadership on Supply Chain market and risk assessment reports and recommendations for management decision as required for CBT intervention designs and/or expansion
• Map the Supply Chain of selected food commodities from production/point of entry to relevant retail markets with recommendations for management decision
• Develop and maintain an active/up-to-date database and/or shortlist of Retailers/Merchants and Financial Service Providers (FSPs)
• Participate actively and support the contracting of CBT vendors either through new contracts or the renewal of existing ones
• Coordinate CBT activities in Supply Chain and act as the Focal Person between the Area/Sub Offices and Country Office on Supply Chain related CBT operations
• Supervise the work of, and provide guidance on creation of POCB's and POS for Mobile money and Bank transactions while also ensuring that all retailers' contracts, onboarding process, Financial Service Provider Contracts and supporting documents are attached to PO's in wings.
• Provide strategic leadership on Supply Chain market and risk assessment reports and recommendations for management decision as required for CBT intervention designs and/or expansion
• Map the Supply Chain of selected food commodities from production/point of entry to relevant retail markets with recommendations for management decision
• Develop and maintain an active/up-to-date database and/or shortlist of Retailers/Merchants and Financial Service Providers (FSPs)
• Participate actively and support the contracting of CBT vendors either through new contracts or the renewal of existing ones
• Coordinate CBT activities in Supply Chain and act as the Focal Person between the Area/Sub Offices and Country Office on Supply Chain related CBT operations
• Supervise the work of, and provide guidance on creation of POCB's and POS for Mobile money and Bank transactions while also ensuring that all retailers' contracts, onboarding process, Financial Service Provider Contracts and supporting documents are attached to PO's in wings.

Qualifications, Experience And Skills Required
Education:
Advanced University Degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management, International Relations, or any other related fields.

Experience:
At least three (3) years
of relevant professional work experience with advanced University Degree OR first University Degree with a
minimum of five (5) or more years
of relevant experience - of which a minimum of
two (2) years
must be directly in
Supply Chain
. Previous experience in contracting and procurement activities is a desirable.

Language:
Fluency (level C) in English. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second UN language is a plus.

This position is open to qualified international candidates. The candidates must be nationals of a country other than the country of assignment. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. WFP offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.
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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
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• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
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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.