Job Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

24 November 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)

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 extreme weather shocks.

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).

The Global Commodity Tracking and Fund Management Unit provides global oversight, governance, and technical support for commodity tracking systems, Food Transfer Cost (FTC) processes, and digital supply chain solutions across more than 80 Country Offices. It ensures end-to-end visibility, data integrity, and alignment between operational processes and corporate systems such as LESS and CP Stock.

ABOUT LOGISTICS OFFICER P3 – GLOBAL COMMODITY TRACKING AT WFP

The position is based in the Supply Chain and Delivery Division (SCD) at Headquarters (Rome) within the Global Commodity Tracking and Fund Management Unit.

THE ROLE

The Logistics Officer (P3) is responsible for global coordination, governance, and system ownership of commodity tracking processes and platforms, ensuring standardization, data integrity, and effective system implementation across all operations.

The role supports the mainstreaming of CP Stock, strengthens operational performance through data-driven insights, and ensures consistent application of corporate policies through technical guidance, capacity development, and cross-functional coordination.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

A. Global Commodity Oversight and Governance

1.Lead global oversight of commodity tracking process, CP Stock

2.Ensure standardization of processes, data structures, and operational workflows.

3.Monitor system performance, data quality, and compliance with corporate guidelines.

4.Support development and enforcement of corporate procedures and frameworks.

B. Data Integrity, Reporting, and Analytics

5.Ensure data validation, reconciliation, and consistency across systems

6.Support corporate reporting, including consolidation of global commodity tracking data.

7.Provide analytical insights to support operational decision-making.

8.Strengthening alignment between operational processes and reporting systems.

C. CP Stock Implementation and System Integration

9.Support global rollout, implementation, and scaling of CP Stock solution.

10.Ensure integration with operational workflows and corporate systems

11.Monitor adoption and performance across Country Offices.

12.Provide ongoing technical support to ensure stabilization and consistent usageD. Operational and Technical Support to Country Offices.

13.Provide guidance to Country Offices on commodity tracking processes.

14.Support reconciliation, loss monitoring, and backlog management15.Assist in resolving system-related and operational issues.

16.Contribute to oversight missions and field support activities as required.

E. Compliance, Audit, and Assurance

17.Support audit processes, including review of findings and follow-up actions.

1. Contribute to post-implementation reviews and compliance monitoring.
2. Ensure adherence to corporate standards and procedures
3. Support risk mitigation related to data integrity and reporting accuracy.

F. Capacity Development and Knowledge Management

21.Support to deliver training programmes for Country Office staff and partners.

1. Develop guidance materials, SOPs, and learning content
2. Support knowledge transfer and continuous learning across operations.
3. Strengthen technical capacity for system usage and process implementation.

G. Cross-Functional Coordination

1. Coordinate with HQ divisions including Supply Chain, Finance, Programme, TEC, and Audit.
2. Support alignment between systems, processes, and reporting requirements.
3. Contribute to system enhancements and integration initiatives with TEC.
4. Other as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education

Advanced University degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.

Certificate in Logistics Management or Supply Chain Design from a recognized institution is required.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant progressively experience in supply chain, preferably on inventory and supply chain budget management area or other related areas.

Language:

Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Experience in supply chain management, commodity tracking, or logistics operations, preferably in complex or multi-country environments.
• Demonstrated experience in the implementation and support of supply chain systems, including system rollouts, user support, and stabilization activities.
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, and data validation processes, including ensuring data integrity and supporting evidence-based decision-making.
• Proven experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders across functions such as Supply Chain, Finance, Programme, and IT/TEC.
• Experience in training, capacity development, and knowledge transfer for operational and technical staff in diverse contexts.
• Experience supporting compliance, audit processes, or operational assurance activities.
• Exposure to integrated supply chain solutions and tools (e.g. LESS, CP Stock, or similar systems) and understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR NON-ROTATIONAL CONTRACT

This position is classified as an International Professional role and is open to candidates of all nationalities.

• Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. These positions are however classified as “non-rotational” which means the incumbents shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the positions are reclassified as rotational.
• The selected candidates will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year.
• These positions are open to both internal and external candidates.
• WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards (http://icsc.un.org) including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, visa, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.
• The selected candidates will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy to take up this assignment.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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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

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.
• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.
• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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.