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Job description
Job Description
Organization
The World Food Programme
Job Title
Logistics Assistant- SC 5
Location
Khartoum
Job ID
JR122891
Closing Date
27 May 2026-23:59-GMT+02:00 Central Africa Time (Khartoum)
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.
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).
Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Ensure the timely receipt, correct stacking, and accurate dispatch of partners’ cargo, maintaining zero discrepancies in handling and documentation.
Support the implementation of appropriate measures to safeguard partners’ commodities, ensuring quality control through preventive measures aligned with established procedures and subject to supervisory authorization.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete records of all partners’ cargo, safeguarding data integrity and enabling easy retrieval for reporting and audit purposes.
Conduct regular warehouse stock inspections to verify the condition, quantity, and compliance with approved storage requirements.
Assist the Logistics Assistant and colleagues in conducting periodic physical inventories of partners’ cargo, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established procedures.
Maintain the warehouse in accordance with high warehousing standards, including cleanliness, safety, and security protocols.
Provide high-quality customer service to Logistics Cluster partners by responding promptly to requests and ensuring smooth and efficient cargo handling.
Maintain effective working relationships with WFP colleagues, private porters, and other stakeholders to support efficient warehouse operations.
Supervise warehouse assistants, storekeepers, checkers, guards, and porters, providing guidance and oversight during loading and offloading operations to ensure safety and accuracy.
Ensure all warehouse documentation (receipts, dispatch notes, stock cards) is complete, accurate, and up to date by applying sound logistics knowledge and best practices.
Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, contributing to the overall effectiveness of Logistics Cluster operations.
Deliverables at the End of the Contract
Effective and compliant management of warehouse operations, including accurate handling of partners’ cargo, proper documentation, and adherence to established logistics and warehousing standards.
Qualifications & Experience Required
Education
Completion of secondary school education.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in warehouse or logistics operations.
Knowledge
Ability to manage warehouse operations and stock control activities.
Skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Client-oriented and service-focused approach.
Ability to work effectively in a team and under minimal supervision.
Languages
English and Arabic.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
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
