Logistic Officer NOB, Fort Dauphin and Tulear

Final date to receive applications

26 January 2026 23:59 GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Antananarivo)

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Logistics Officer

Fixed-Term, NOB

1 year renewable (upon confirmation of the probationary period)

(01) Fort Dauphin and (01) Tulear, Madagascar

Two positions

January 12, 2026

January 27, 2026

These positions are based in WFP’s Field Offices in Fort Dauphin and Tulear and report to the Head of Field Office with a technical supervision by the Head of Logistics.

Job holders operate with a high degree of independence, manage more junior staff to ensure that logistics operations and project objectives are achieved in full. Job holders are heavily involved in day‑to‑day activities and analytical work, focusing on one specific area of logistics or managing teams within logistics operations.

To contribute to daily planning and coordination of WFP logistics operations including monitoring of services provided by contracted external organizations to ensure cost‑effective operations and that set objectives are achieved in full.

• Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and processes ensuring compliance with wider logistics policies and WFP standards.
• Support or manage logistics projects or operational activities following standard processes and contributing, directly or indirectly, to the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
• Collect and analyse data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to senior staff to improve performance of local logistics operations.
• Conduct regular financial analysis and budget reviews, drawing out insights and recommending actions to senior staff to optimise use of available funds.
• Contribute to consolidation and preparation of operational pipeline planning, and to the management of operational aspects of the supply chain (procurement, shipping, port operation), including checking document and customs clearance readiness, loading and discharging operations and contracting of applicable transport, warehouse and any relevant logistics services.
• Contribute to supply chain by providing technical support and guidance to other CO unit/ services, divisions, particularly for emergency response.
• Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries.
• Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, including KPIs, supporting a WFP‑wide view of logistics activities.
• Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners for efficient and effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries (e.g. through the design and review of training materials).
• Identify and build productive relationships with logistics colleagues and staff within the area of assignment to…