Business Support Assistant (Logistics)
Douala, Cameroon, The Republic Of
time type
Full time
posted on
job requisition id
JR120772
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
12 March 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Douala)
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.
To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.
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:
Gather information with clear direction to support the drafting of documents and preparing reports by other staff.).
Take responsibility for data integrity to facilitate availability of accurate information in corporate systems.
Provide guidance on routine business support methods and practices to junior colleagues to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.
Work with a variety of individuals, taking on feedback where appropriate to assist in business support delivery for staff.
Collect, compile, and analyze logistics data and ensure accuracy in corporate systems to support informed decision‑making.
Monitor the receipt and dispatch of commodities, ensuring accurate stock counts, quality control, and compliance with customs and operational documentation.
Support in the issuance of transport waybills and any other accounting or logistics documents from other functional units
Conduct regular physical stock counts and maintain accurate warehouse records in WFP’s corporate logistics systems.
Ensure stock integrity, pest control, and fumigation programs to prevent losses and ensure compliance with FSQA guidelines.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education:
· Completion of secondary school education.
· A post-secondary certificate in logistics, supply chain management, or warehouse operations is desirable
· Additional training in transport management, or food safety standards is an advantage.
Experience:
· At least 4 years of experience in logistics, warehouse management, or supply chain operations.
· Experience working with humanitarian organizations, UN agencies, or international NGOs is highly desirable.
Experience in Port and Corridor Operations
Experience in commercial Logistics sector
· Experience in Digital Data management.
· Experience using inventory management systems for tracking food and non-food items.
Experience working with corporate systems (databases, software)
Experience working in a demanding operational environment
Desirable Knowledge & Skills:
· Strong computer literacy, including Excel, warehouse database tools, and reporting software.
· Understanding of climate-controlled storage, warehouse security protocols, and fleet coordination.
· Knowledge of food handling and safety regulations applicable to humanitarian operations
Languages:
· Fluency (level C) in French language
· Intermediate or advanced knowledge of English (level B or C)
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Position:Business Support Assistant (Logistics)
Contract Type: Service Contract (SC)
Grade : SC4
Duration: 12months
Duty Station: Douala
HOW TO APPLY ?
All applications must be submitted ONLINE: https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wfp/job_openings?locationCountry=b579d21545a140c49418f0a3451a3160
