Global Fleet Consultant at World Food Programme (WFP)

JOB PURPOSE

The fleet Consultant, based in WFP Regional Bureau in Nairobi will lead initiatives to further improve WFP’s fleet efficiency with structured implementation & roll out to realize tangible benefits. The focus will remain on developing models that promote end-to-end efficiencies and integration, streamlining local operations while minimizing supply chain activities, costs, and emissions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the general supervision of the Global Fleet Manager, the incumbent shall perform the following duties:

• Develop a Fleet Leasing model for identified Country Offices in the region
• Support the implementation of a Global Fuel Management Project.
• Progression of Fleet waste recycling opportunities for specific Country Offices in the region.
• Support the implementation of dead stock disposal of spare parts and trucks.
• Identify and develop concepts for scalable solutions for Last Mile Delivery within the region.
• Provide project management support, following established capacity strengthening targets and WFP’s policies and procedures.
• Engage with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing Fleet activities.
• Support communication and activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs, and government institutions as relevant to the assigned projects.
• Detail any other potential exposure issues that are associated with the projects.
• Participate in fleet field missions to Country Offices.

STANDARD MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Degree or Diploma in the field of Heavy Commercial Fleet Management, Supply Chain, or related field;

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of professional working experience in fleet management with a recognized international organization;
• Experience in managing transport operations within a large business entity or agency, including coordination with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Experience in identifying & implementing corrective actions to improve performance and monitoring progress;
• Previous commercial experience in the sector at the senior management level;