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This post is open to non-Ecuadorian candidates, who are invited to apply until 11 January 2024. Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the process.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.

WFP, as the lead agency of the Logistics Cluster maintains a database of Logistics Capacity Assessments. The Logistics Capacity Assessment (LCA) is a long-standing tool of WFP Logistics. Since 2008, it has provided important logistics information relevant to Logistics Cluster partners and the Humanitarian Community and is shared as an interagency tool via the Logistics Cluster website (http://dlca.logcluster.org)

A specialized consultant is needed for updating the Logistics Capacity Assessment of the Ecuador Country Office in Spanish and English; to meet the standards established by WFP and the Humanitarian Community.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Supply Chain in the Country Office and the general supervision of the Country Director, the Consultant will support the Country Office in completing a thorough Logistics Capacity Assessment. The duties may include:

1. Update Logistics Capacity Assessment within the digital LCA tool (DLCA) and in line with latest manual and template.
2. Map and explain the national disaster mitigation and management structure.
3. Identify potential Government partners/counterparts at central and /or provincial level as well as other humanitarian organizations already operating in the country and assess their technical and logistics capacities. The consultant should consider any change or new government authorities in customs, ministries, and others, to ensure the most updated information possible. Arrange meetings with relevant officials in order to include new information that will be important for the LCA.
4. Provide information on the new customs regulations for donations and others regarding clearance.
5. Survey the most conceivable primary, secondary and tertiary transport routes to be used. The assessment should detail the present road capacities (with seasonal adjustments) and potential constraints.
6. Update capacities assessments and collect information on national and international trucking companies operating in the country, e.g. fleet sizes, operational constraints (permits, fuel, spares, etc.) and indicate transport rates to major destinations (costs per tonne/km).
7. Update the entry points most likely to be used by sea, road and rail, including detailed information about customs formalities, tax exemptions and document requirements; transshipment facilities, storage capacities at the border and costs; possible transport and importation of fuel.
8. Update and describe the corridors most likely to be used, from entry points to delivery points, including goods in transit for neighboring countries if required. This will include in-country trips by rail/road for a physical assessment of the roads and railway line, estimation of the transit time from entry points to delivery points.
9. Update the availability of warehouses at entry points and main possible delivery points, including cold chain facilities, for humanitarian organizations, commercial and public sector.
10. Provide basic information on in-country airports and airfields, including geographical co-ordinates; existing conditions and capacities (complete specifications regarding runway length, weight bearing capacity and surface type); fuel availability and/or tank storage capacity; cargo storage facilities and potential bottlenecks such as seasonal constraints.
11. Update local air transport operators for both passenger and cargo movements, including existing capacities; fleet sizes and aircraft details; permit requirements; and indicative costs per destination/weight and volume.
12. Update the ports’ existing off take capacities; storage facilities for bulk and bagged cargo; customs procedures; seasonal port congestion, major clearing and forwarding agents indicative handling costs and existing constraints.
13. Update the capacity of the existing rail transport and any potential bottlenecks in the network. Obtain current rail tariffs and the possibility to negotiate concessionaire rates based on the volume and the humanitarian nature of the operation.
14. Update river transport options indicating present capacities with seasonal adjustments including information on river transport operators; their fleet sizes; contract terms and barge discharge infrastructure; and indicative rates be provided. Potential draft constraints and bottlenecks should also be identified.
15. Identify and assess the production capacity and cost of transport, storage and milling of grain to wheat. Survey the possibility for fortification and blending of flour.
16. Udate the in-country fuel supply, storage, distribution, pricing and any potential limitations and restrictions.
17. Update the in-country electrical power supply and include any current or potential limitations in its availability.
18. Update the in-country telecommunications facilities.
19. Identify possible in-country or regional markets for the local purchase of basic food commodities, NFI’s and technical equipment.
20. Make recommendations on important logistics aspects and/or constraints to be included in the next contingency plan.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

• Logistics Capacity Assessment Updated
• New Findings and recommendations for the CO and Logistics Cluster

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University degree, or first-level university degree with additional years of work experience and/or advanced training courses in logistics, engineering, statistics, economics (preferably transport economics), quality assurance, or other fields relevant for the assessment to be developed.

Experience:

• At least three years of postgraduate professional experience in commercial or government transportation and ancillary sectors with at least two years’ experience in a commercial company or NGO or international organizations;
• Demonstrated work experience in designing and implementing logistics and/or capacity assessments at local or country level;
• Previous experience with the Logistics Cluster and in conducting assessments with a UN/humanitarian organization will be considered an asset;
• Experience in technical assessments, flight operations, air traffic management sectors, chartering/ shipping/ port operations, warehouse or fleet management, air transport, surface transport, etc. will be considered assets for the role.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of regional and local context and relevant actors;
• Strong analytical, reporting and writing abilities, with ability to synthesize and produce a range of well-communicated information products;
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds;
• Proactive, independent, with ability to plan and organize their work, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations;
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Languages:

• English and Spanish proficiency level C (working level)

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

All WFP Staff is expected to demonstrate the following competencies and standards of behaviour, aligned with our core values and principles:

• Leads by example with integrity: Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others
• Drives results and delivers on commitments: Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change
• Fosters inclusive and collaborative teamwork: Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth
• Applies strategic thinking: Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things
• Builds and maintains sustainable partnerships: Bulids and nurtures external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives