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Logistics Officer P3 – Global Supply Chain Budget Management
World Food Programme
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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. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: [https://www.wfp.org](https://www.wfp.org) and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/worldfoodprogramme), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/unwfp/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/worldfoodprogramme/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/WorldFoodProgramme/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/WFP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor), [TikTok](http://www.tiktok.com/@worldfoodprogramme?lang=en). 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 position is located in the Supply Chain and Delivery Division (SCD) at Headquarters (Rome), within the Global Commodity Tracking and Fund Management Unit. The unit is responsible for global governance and oversight of Food Transfer Cost (FTC) planning, monitoring, and financial management processes across all Regional Office and Country Offices. It ensures alignment between operational supply chain activities and financial planning frameworks through standardized tools, systems, and corporate processes, including the FTC Budget Matrix and corridor budgeting solutions. ABOUT LOGISTICS OFFICER – GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN BUDGET (P3) AT WFP The position is located in the Supply Chain and Delivery Division (SCD) at Headquarters (Rome), within the Global Commodity Tracking and Fund Management Unit. The unit is responsible for global governance and oversight of Food Transfer Cost (FTC) planning, monitoring, and financial management processes across all Regional Office and Country Offices. It ensures alignment between operational supply chain activities and financial planning frameworks through standardized tools, systems, and corporate processes, including the FTC Budget Matrix and corridor budgeting solutions. THE ROLE The Logistics Officer (P3) is responsible for global coordination, governance, and system support of FTC budgeting frameworks and financial processes, ensuring standardized planning, accurate monitoring, and compliance across all operations. The role supports the implementation and continuous improvement of the Supply Chain digital matrix for FTC budgeting, strengthens financial governance, and ensures effective integration between operational planning and corporate financial frameworks through technical guidance, analytical support, and capacity development. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority): A. FTC Budget Governance and Oversight * Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of FTC budgeting frameworks and corporate guidelines * Review and support approval of FTC budgets, funding proposals, and cost structures * Ensure consistency and standardization of FTC planning across Country Offices * Contribute to corridor cost structuring and financial governance processes B. FTC Budget Matrix (System Support) * Support implementation and global rollout of the FTC Budget Matrix. * Maintain and enhance the Supply Chain digital matrix in coordination with TEC. * Ensure system functionality, usability, and alignment with evolving business requirements. * Integrate operational feedback into system improvements and enhancements C. Financial Monitoring and Reporting * Conduct FTC fund monitoring and analysis of expenditure and commitments * Track outstanding commitments and support corrective actions. * Contribute to corporate reporting and financial performance analysis. * Support financial closure processes related to supply chain operations D. Compliance, Audit, and Assurance * Support compliance monitoring and participation in missions as required * Review audit and evaluation findings and support follow-up actions * Contribute to audit readiness and financial accountability processes * Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and standards. E. Operational and Technical Support to Country Offices * Provide guidance on FTC budget preparation, revision, and implementation * Support Country Offices in applying corporate budgeting methodologies * Assist in resolving system and financial planning issues * Strengthening alignment between operational activities and financial frameworks F. Capacity Development and Knowledge Management * Design and deliver training programmes on FTC budgeting tools and processes * Develop guidance materials, tools, and knowledge resources * Support continuous learning and knowledge transfer across COs and RBs * Strengthen user adoption of the FTC Budget Matrix and related systems G. Cross-Functional Coordination * Coordinate with HQ functions including Finance, Programme, Supply Chain, and TEC * Support alignment between financial planning, operational processes, and systems * Contribute to system development and enhancement initiatives 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: * At least five years of relevant progressively experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, preferably on inventory and supply chain budget management area or other related areas. Desired experiences for entry into the role: * Experience in FTC budgeting, financial planning, or supply chain cost management. * Experience supporting system implementation or digital tools (e.g. budgeting matrix). * Experience in data analysis, reporting, and financial monitoring * Experience working with cross-functional teams (Finance, Programme, Supply Chain, IT/TEC). * Experience in training and capacity development for operational staff•Exposure to audit, compliance, or financial governance processes. 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). TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE 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. The position is 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 WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. [Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework](http://docs.wfp.org/api/documents/WFP-0000157166/download/) 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](mailto:global.inclusion@wfp.org?subject=Reasonable%20Accommodation%20request) 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](http://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.* If you used to have an account on our previous platform, please note that you will need to create a new account for future applications. However, this change will not affect any ongoing recruitment processes. To ensure that WFP is able to deliver on its mandate, a range of contract types exist depending on the duration and nature of work. [Find out more here](https://www.wfp.org/careers/contract-types). These guidelines are here to help you use AI tools responsibly throughout WFP’s recruitment process. We also want to be transparent about how we use AI on our side. Curious? [Find out more here](https://docs.wfp.org/api/documents/WFP-0000170784/download/). Our greatest strength is the people working around the world providing access to nutritious food and promoting lasting solutions to those we serve. WFP provides its staff with meaningful and impactful careers, continuous learning and training, and a multicultural and stimulating work environment. 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, physical or mental disability. The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are 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. Read more about WFP’s history [here](https://www.wfp.org/history), and WFP’s mission [here](https://www.wfp.org/overview) Want to hear what it’s like working for WFP? Check out our newsletter highlighting the career stories of our passionate staff here: [Pathway to WFP | LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/pathway-to-wfp-6952181279899402240) Integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, inclusion. These values inspire everything we do every day, allowing us to work towards a world with zero hunger. You can read more about the values [here](https://www.wfp.org/stories/world-food-programme-values-drive-us). Our behaviour guides us in how we accomplish our mission. All WFP employees are expected to demonstrate the standards of behaviour described in the WFP Leadership Framework. Learn more about the WFP Leadership Framework [here](https://docs.wfp.org/api/documents/WFP-0000143805/download/). WFP is aware of fictitious employment offers being circulated via email or originating from online job boards. Many of these schemes consist of an alleged offer of employment or contract with WFP in return for the payment of fees or providing personal or banking information. [Read more](https://www.wfp.org/careers/fraudulent-job-offers).