Supply Chain Expert
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is committed to supporting Member Countries and Partners in preparing for and responding to disasters and crises that threaten agriculture, food and nutrition security or food safety. FAO’s work in emergencies focuses on reducing people’s vulnerability to these hazards, including animal and plant diseases, before, during and after disasters through good emergency management practices, including risk assessment, risk reduction, emergency preparedness and response, and rehabilitation.
FAO's Logistics Services Division (CSL) provides corporate logistics and supply chain strategies, policies, tools, and guidance to FAO Headquarter and Decentralized Offices. CSL supports FAO operations by strengthening logistics and supply chain systems to ensure efficiency, accountability, and timely delivery of assistance in support of FAO’s mandate.
The Logistics Services Division (CSL) works to secure a safe operating environment and to achieve greater efficiency, effectiveness, and synergy in operational and administrative practices, with a strong focus on timely, reliable service delivery in support of FAO programmes and operations.
FAO invites qualified senior professionals to express interest for inclusion in a roster, to support complex, high-visibility assignments related to the expansion, transformation, and orchestration of FAO supply chains at global level.
This Call for Expressions of Interest is for roster inclusion only and does not guarantee immediate selection or assignment.
Successful candidates may be considered for short-term or long-term assignments at FAO Headquarters, Regional Offices, Sub-regional Offices, or Country Offices, subject to operational needs and funding availability.
FAO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages qualified women and nationals of under-represented countries to apply.
Reporting Lines
For Headquarters-based assignments, the Supply Chain Expert reports administratively, operationally, and technically to the designated Head of Supply Chain Orchestration team (CSLO).
Technical Focus
Specialized supply chain design, coordination, process improvement, and capacity development in support of FAO supply chain expansion and orchestration initiatives.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Lead defined workstreams within broader supply chain action plan initiatives, working with a high level of independence and minimal technical guidance.
- Provide specialized technical inputs to end-to-end supply chain planning, coordination, and performance monitoring initiatives.
- Contribute to the design and refinement of supply chain processes, tools, and operating procedures, adapting concepts to emerging operational needs.
- Conduct operational diagnostics and process mapping, identify bottlenecks and control gaps, and propose practical improvements and new approaches.
- Support change management and rollout activities, including stakeholder engagement, communications, and transition planning.
- Contribute to system enhancement work by gathering user needs, drafting requirements, supporting testing, and enabling user adoption.
- Design and deliver training and capacity development activities, such as workshops, guidance materials, and on-the-job coaching.
- Document lessons learned and best practices and contribute to reusable knowledge products.
- Supervise or provide technical guidance to junior affiliate personnel as needed.
- Any other related tasks assigned by the Supervisor.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- For Consultants: Advanced university degree in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, business administration, economics, or a closely related field. Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
For PSA: University degree in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, business administration, economics or a related field. - At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or related areas, preferably with the UN.
- Working knowledge (Level C) of English.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Solid experience in end-to-end supply chain and logistics management, including planning, coordination, transport operations, warehousing, and emergency logistics preparedness.
- Demonstrated ability to provide specialized technical inputs to supply chain design, process improvement, business engagement, or capacity development initiatives.
- Experience contributing to or leading process mapping, analysis, and improvement activities, and adapting supply chain concepts to evolving operational needs.
- Strong competence in data analysis, performance management, and data use (advanced Excel; dashboarding and reporting experience desirable).
- Ability to translate operational problems into structured recommendations, with clear sequencing and practical adoption steps.
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills, including ability to align diverse viewpoints into workable solutions.
- Experience supporting or managing project or operational budgets, including cost tracking and financial reporting.
- Familiarity with humanitarian or development supply chain contexts, including understanding of operational environments is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of other FAO official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is preferred.
Selection Criteria
- Proven record delivering complex analysis, decision-making support, and actionable recommendations with full technical independence.
- Experience in training development and facilitation, or change management is an asset.
- Strong drafting and communication skills, including the ability to produce clear frameworks, SOPs, guidance, and executive-ready products.
- Advanced facilitation, negotiation, and stakeholder management, including influence at senior levels and across functions.
- Experience working with, or alongside, UN agencies or comparable international organizations is an asset.
- Ability to operate independently, managing priorities, and delivering high quality outputs to deadline.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing)
- Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/ [link removed]
- For more information, visit the FAO employment website [link removed]
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO [link removed] and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
- Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/ [link removed]. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings [link removed].
- Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
- Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
- Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
- We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp [link removed]
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