Logistics Assistant (Transport), Douala, Cameroon

Logistics Assistant (Transport), Douala, Cameroon
Organization:
WFP - World Food Programme
Country:
Cameroon
City:
Douala
Office:
WFP in Douala, Cameroon
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
: 12 March 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Douala)
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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).
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Monitor cargo movements (food and non‑food items) from Douala to delivery points along the Cameroon, CAR, and Chad corridors, as well as other ad‑hoc destinations.
Assist in planning and coordinating transport schedules with contracted transporters.
Verify transport documentation (e.g., waybills) to ensure completeness and compliance.
Support management of logistics transporters, including contracting activities, performance monitoring, and measurement.
Collect, compile, and analyze logistics data (dispatch quantities, trucks position, transit delays, etc.) and ensure accuracy in corporate systems to support informed decision‑making.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective operations management.
Prepare weekly and periodic transport performance reports using corporate tools.
Support pipeline analyses, assessments, and operational planning for all delivery modalities.
Contribute to logistics transport market assessments and provide technical advice on market trends and shortlisted companies.
Maintain a structured filing system for efficient document retrieval.
Liaise with internal and selected external stakeholders to support efficient logistics operations management.
Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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Education:
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Completion of secondary school education.
University degree in logistics and transport, economics, international trade, commercial law, or business administration.
Experience:
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At least 4 years' experience in transport operation preferably with humanitarian agencies, NGOs, or logistics companies.
Experience in monitoring service providers' performance against key indicators
Experience in preparing contractual documents
Experience in providing technical support for corporate systems
Experience working in a demanding operational environment
Knowledge & Skills:
:
Market analysis and operational execution
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Clear communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to compile relevant data to support decision-making
Languages:
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Fluency (level C) in French language
Intermediate or advanced knowledge of English (level B or C)
TERMS & CONDITIONS
:
Position:
Logistics Assistant (Transport)
Contract Type:
Service Contract (SC)
Grade
: SC5
Duration:
12months
Duty Station:
Douala
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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:
[email protected]
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 recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.
If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at
[email protected]
for technical support only.
Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.
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.
Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
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.
Tags
french language
humanitarian assistance
logistics
market analysis
transport economics
Skills
Market Analysis
Operational Execution
Organizational Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Clear Communication
Coordination Skills
Interpersonal Skills
French
English
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