Consultant Supply Chain

World Food Programme; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A major humanitarian organization is seeking an SCD Consultant Data Analyst based in Dubai. The role involves analyzing fleet management system data, preparing KPI reports, and providing user training globally. Candidates should have an advanced degree in relevant fields and at least three years of experience in data analytics. Proficiency in MS Office is required and familiarity with logistics practices is an advantage. The position offers a multicultural working environment and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Multicultural working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant professional experience in data management, business analytics and system design.
• Good analytical ability to compile, maintain and analyze data.
• Ability to work in a multicultural team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse FMS data consistency, completeness and correctness.
• Prepare easily readable and accurate Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data reports.
• Provide on‑ and off‑site FMS training for the users globally.

Skills

Data management

Business analytics

Proficiency in MS Office

Project management

Analytical ability

Education

Advanced university degree in business administration, engineering, data science, supply chain or similar field

Job description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

9 August 2025-23:59-GMT04:00 Gulf Standard Time (Dubai)

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, or any disability or medical condition.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation, delivering food assistance to over 90 million beneficiaries in 80 countries on a yearly basis. With over 5 000 trucks, 50 ships and close to 100 planes on the move every single day, WFP together with its partners operates a global network to deliver life‑saving food assistance to the most hard‑to‑reach places.

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 and living WFPs 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: 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 programmes 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).

SCD Consultant Data Analyst

GLOBAL FLEET

WFP owns leases and globally operates more than 1,400 trucks of different configurations, trailers and workshop facilities throughout 28 Country Offices (COs). The WFP fleet is deployed to fill critical gaps in local transport capacity and stabilise transport rates in the event of increased insecurity and/or sudden growth in demand as well as pioneer new routes that due to prevailing insecurity would remain inaccessible to local transporters. The Global Fleet unit provides a range of fleet services such as the managing of a corporate fleet management- and vehicle tracking systems.

JOB PURPOSE

The FMS data analyst supports the administering of the system platform, provides on‑ and off‑site user support, analyses FMS data and prepares KPI reports and supports in the implementation of system developments.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all‑inclusive)
Under the general supervision of the Global Fleet Dubai Hub Manager the incumbent shall perform the following duties:
- Analyse FMS data consistency, completeness and correctness;
- Undertake process review to increase FMS data quality liaising with the FMS Administrator;
- Reconcile data from the Fleet Management System (FMS), Global Positioning System (GPS satellite tracking for vehicles) and other sources to produce timely and correct data for reports;
- Prepare easily readable and accurate Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data reports for management and client countries scheduled and required on a regular basis;
- Ameliorate data analyses by automatization of repetitive processes using appropriate formulas and SQL in Excel and in other applications;
- Provide on‑ and off‑site FMS training for the users globally;
- Perform unit and integrated testing of new enhanced or fixed code to ensure completeness and adherence to technical specifications;
- Assist in the release of IT applications and provide early‑life support to prepare for and enable proper use of the IT solution;
- Occasionally review and update the system manuals;
- Assist Hub Manager and FMS Administrator on day‑to‑day activities;
- Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION

Advanced university degree in business administration, engineering, data science, supply chain or similar field.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum three years of relevant professional experience in data management, business analytics and system design.
Experience in administering a fleet management system;
Good analytical ability to compile, maintain and analyze data;
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Excellent project management, communications and organisational skills;
Ability to work in a multicultural team environment;
Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Understanding of WFPs logistics practices is considered an advantage.

LANGUAGE

Proficiency in English and intermediate knowledge of another official UN language.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides the common standards of behaviour 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:

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 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 organisational 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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