Business Support Assistant (Logistics GPS-Fleet), SSA 4

Overview

The role supports the GPS tracking of WFP Fleet trucks in Fleet Finder, ensuring full utilization of the platform for all shipments and monitoring incidents.

Tasks Summary

• Ensure full utilization of Fleet Finder platform for all shipments.
• Monitor all incidents in Fleet Finder platform and ensure follow-up is executed.
• Liaise with Country Office, Sub-Office staff, and Headquarters focal points to ensure GPS data integration and effective reporting.
• Expedite information/data or reports requested.
• Provide fleet utilization reports, fuel consumption reports, job cards report, spare parts consumption reports.
• Consolidate findings and convert conclusions into interpretable formats.
• Perform duties of subordinate staff or one level/grade up in absence of staff.
• Assist in training of fleet staff on FMS when required.
• Travel within the country as required.
• Provide full support to Logistics/Fleet operational team for food delivery when required.
• Perform any other duties as requested by immediate supervisor.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in supply chain operations, GPS-based fleet and commodity tracking systems, including digital transport visibility and operational monitoring.
• Familiar with GPS tracking systems, including hands-on experience using platforms such as Fleet Finder.
• Proven experience implementing tracking systems for both commodities and trucks, ensuring visibility throughout the supply chain.
• Exposure to digitalization initiatives in transport visibility and operational monitoring.
• Basic understanding of key principles in commodity tracking, transport control systems, and digital transport reporting.
• Ability to monitor GPS incidents, follow up with focal points, and ensure timely resolution.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow-up on deliverables.
• Experience in using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Qualification Requirements

• Completion of secondary school education.
• A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in oral and written communication in English and Amharic.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Work Modality: Travel within the country as required by the Organization.

Remuneration: