Warehouse Assistant – Rio Hondo

Job Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

22 June 2025-23:59-GMT-06:00 Central Standard Time (Guatemala)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 Program 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.

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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).
Location: Rio Hondo Winery

Position: Warehouse Assistant

Contract Type: Service Contract (SC3)

Duration: Six (6) months, contract extension subject to performance.

Location: Rio Hondo, Zacapa

Supervision: Warehouse Manager

 

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

These positions are located in country offices. The incumbent will report to the Warehouse Manager, Logistics Assistant, and the Logistics Officer and Country Director.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Implement well-defined, standard supply chain and logistics activities and processes to enable the effective delivery of services in the areas of receiving, handling, and delivery, as well as food.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (indicative and non-exhaustive list):

Within the delegated authority, the person will be responsible for the following activities

Perform organoleptic analysis of the product upon receipt at the warehouse and prepare the corresponding reports.
Ensure adequate collection of samples of food received at the warehouse by suppliers.
Make records of food delivery to the receiving boards of the members
Compare partner inventories with WFP internal controls.
Support in inventory taking exercises.
Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports on warehouse operations.
Responsible for entering information into the WFP electronic system (LESS)
Warehouse supervision assigned to assess and implement WFP storage standards.
Participate in the creation of any reports or documents required to ensure proper operation of the warehouses.

Actively participate in the correct implementation and compliance of the industrial safety policies established by the PMA
Organize documents according to WFP standards and procedures.
Carry out any other activity not described in these terms of reference that is related to the purpose of this intervention.
FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Supply chain management and optimization:Demonstrates an aptitude for monitoring and reporting supply chain operations to enable teams to efficiently assess the performance and sustainability of current networks.

Project and resource planning and management:Supports team activities related to planning, forecasting, and resource management by collecting data from a variety of sources.

Information management and reporting:Gathers accurate and timely information and data to enable informed reporting decisions within its own unit and, consequently, within the broader humanitarian community.

Market analysis, procurement, and operations execution: Ability to gather and compile the information necessary for WFP to make informed operational decisions.

Warehouse and Inventory Management: Ability to perform daily activities related to warehouse and inventory management in accordance with WFP warehouse operational procedures.

Demonstrates awareness of the importance of technical assistance and coordination with key stakeholders, as well as the ability to carry out logistics activities while respecting individual mandates and program priorities.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE TO PERFORM THIS ROLE:

Experience in monitoring various aspects of logistics operations.
Experience in providing support for warehouse management.
Experience in providing support for inventory management.
Experience in data entry and extraction of periodic reports.
MINIMUM STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

Completion of a diversified education cycle. A post-secondary education certificate in the relevant functional area will be considered.

Experience:

Minimum of three years (verifiable) experience in logistics operations with an emphasis on warehouse management, as well as the skills and knowledge described below.

Skills and knowledge:

Windows Management.
Office proficiency (Word and Excel are essential at an intermediate/advanced level).
Physical inventory taking.
Warehouse management.
Inventory management.
Organoleptic analysis.
Supply Chain (desirable).
Competencies:

Adaptability.
Time management.
Prioritization capacity.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a multicultural team.
Ability to follow standard procedures.
Teamwork:

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from the different actors involved in this intervention.

Languages:

Spoken and written command of the Spanish language
Desirable: Basic knowledge of the English language
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: [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

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.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
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
Please contact us at [email protected] in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
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.
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