WFP (PAM) recrute un Supply Chain Officer

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About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operates in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger. 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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Country context/ organizational context

The West and Central Africa region is facing multiple crisis with a number of hotspots where the deterioration is already causing significant humanitarian impact, and others where violence and fragility threatens to cause further displacements, human and livelihood losses, and instability. This is against a well-known backdrop of chronic vulnerabilities, recurring shocks, state fragility and poverty, in particular in the central band of the region.

The Regional Bureau Dakar (RBD) provides support, guidance, and oversight to the 20 offices in Western and Central Africa.

Background and purpose of the assignment

This is a consultancy opportunity in the Supply Chain Unit at WFP Regional Bureau for Western Africa based in Dakar. The job holder will provide support to design programme activities to support strengthening national food systems through local and regional food procurement.

Specifically, the job holder will support the Supply Chain Unit in all efforts related to knowledge management, reporting, programme tracking/coordination, and building a robust research and evidence base for planning, learning and strategic engagement.

Accountabilities/responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Supply Chain Advisor and in coordination with relevant units at the Bureau and Country Offices:

• Define supply chain activities (from sourcing, food safety and quality and logistics operation) that contributes to strengthening food systems
• In coordination with the RAM unit (monitoring and evaluation unit) Develop tools for analysis, KPIs, evaluation and monitoring these activities implementation
• Coordination with Programmes (resilience, School Feeding and Capacity strengthening) and Budget & Programming units to define country offices where the project is implemented, how activities are budgeted for and aligned with countries strategic programmes (CSP) and overall national priorities
• Identify markets beyond WFP demand that supports strengthening local food systems for sustainability
• Cross cutting: ensure the define activities are gender balanced and cater for young adults along the value chains.
• Develop a road map for the execution of these activities
• Produce monthly reports on project progresses
• Other duties as required.

Deliverables at the end of the contract:

The job holder is expected to:

• Develop the road map with supply chain activities and expected impacts on local food systems
• KPIs and monitoring systems in place
• Monthly reports on supply chain activities yto strengthen food systems in the region
• Assist in the preparation of donor reports and advocacy notes ;
• Identify opportunities for donor engagement and advocacy

Education

You have

• A First University degree (Bachelors) recognized by https://www.whed.net/home.php in Social Sciences, Public Policy and Administration, Agribusiness, Agriculture and rural development or any other relevant field.
• Should you not find your university degree in this link kindly note that it will be your responsibility to obtain a formal letter from your Ministry of Education stating their recognition of the university and degree

Experience

You have:

At least two (2) years’ professional work experience in functions related to International Development, Social Sciences and Partnerships;

Languages:

Fluency (level C in reading, writing and speaking) in English and French.

Required knowledge & Skills

Good analytical skills; resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgement, tact, negotiating skills; excellent writing skills in English and French; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to work in a team, and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds;

Deadline for application: 28th May 2023.

WFP Value Proposition

• Meaningful and impactful careers – Our day-to-day work makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
• Continuous learning and training – We provide learning tools for our staff to continually develop their careers.
• Multicultural and stimulating working environment – We encourage gender and cultural diversity to make our teams stronger.

Please read this before you apply

All employment decisions are made based on organisational 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, Join 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.

Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply. WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment.

Special Notice on WFP RBD office relocation:

WFP and other UN Agencies will be moving to the new United Nations House, presently under construction in Diamniadio, 30 kilometres from downtown Dakar. The name of the duty station for this position will remain Dakar, Senegal.

Special recommendation:

Before you apply, please confirm that both (i) your online profile and CV are accurate and up to date, (ii) your CV should include your employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.