Details of Storekeeper- SC4

Job description

location: Garoowe, Somalia.

type: full time

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

11 November 2025-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Mogadishu)

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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Storekeeper is responsible for the effective management of WFP’s warehouse operations in Garowe Area Office, ensuring the safe receipt, storage, dispatch, and tracking of food and non-food commodities in compliance with WFP standards and procedures.

Under the direct supervision of the National Logistics Officer of Garowe AO and the overall supervision of the Head of Area Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)

• Receive, dispatch, and tranship commodities against approved documentation (e.g., waybills, delivery notes), ensuring accurate physical counts, quality checks, and proper recordkeeping.
• Conduct daily reconciliations, maintain stack cards and ledger books, verify inventory accuracy, and report discrepancies or losses with recommendations for corrective action.
• Monitor warehouse conditions and implement preventive measures to safeguard commodities, ensuring optimal space utilization and adherence to WFP storage protocols.
• Supervise loading of dispatches, issue and confirm waybills in LESS (Last Mile), ensure trucks are fitted with tracking devices, and monitor vehicle movements via Novacom, reporting daily to the Country Office focal point.
• Coordinate with warehouse managing contractors on bag/carton coding, machine maintenance, and ink replenishment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with WFP standards.
• Provide training and guidance to warehouse staff, including contractor personnel, cooperating partners (CPs) and government partners to build capacity and ensure consistent performance aligned with WFP procedures.
• Prepare and submit timely reports on commodity movements, warehouse conditions, and transport activities, and respond to issues requiring supervisory attention.
• Undertake regular supportive supervision spot checks to CPs and follow up on the implementation of agreed improvement plans to ensure compliance with WFP operational standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned to support logistics and warehouse operations within the Area Office.

Skills and qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:  Completion of secondary school education OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor) in Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: At least four (4) years of relevant work experience with a Secondary School Certificate, or a university degree (Diploma/Bachelor’s) with a minimum of two (2) or more years of relevant experience in storekeeping, warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, or supply chain management.

Language: Fluency (level C) in English language and Somali Language.

Knowledge & Skills:

Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation, including stack cards, ledger books, and transport documents.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and report discrepancies or losses.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and supervise warehouse staff and contractors.

Capacity to work independently and under pressure in field-based and remote environments.

This position is open for qualified Somali National Candidates Only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFP Somalia offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.

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

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.or

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.

How to apply

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 global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Apply to : https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/wfp/job_openings/job/Garoowe-Somalia-The-Dem-Rep-Of/Storekeeper--SC4_JR117241