Management Services Assistant (Fleet), Sc5, Cox’s Bazar at World Food Programme (WFP) – Bangladesh


Management Services Assistant (Fleet), Sc5, Cox’s Bazar at World Food Programme (WFP) – Bangladesh

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Management Services Assistant (Fleet), Sc5, Cox’s Bazar at World Food Programme (WFP) – Bangladesh

Recruiter: World Food Programme (WFP)

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About World Food Programme (WFP)

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization addressing hunger and promoting food security. Established in 1961, WFP is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations. The organization provides food assistance to an average of 86 million people in 83 countries each year, fighting hunger worldwide. WFP works to eliminate hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture. In emergency situations, WFP is often first on the scene, providing life-saving food assistance to those affected by conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within World Food Programme (WFP)’s important work in food security, humanitarian assistance, and nutrition. Working in Bangladesh, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Full Job Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 17 March 2026-23:59-GMT+06:00 Bangladesh Standard Time (Dhaka) 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. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the worlds largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. 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, living WFP’s 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: https://www.wfp.org and 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 programs 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). BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT The Management Services Assistant (Fleet and Assets) provides day-to-day operational, administrative, and technical support to ensure safe, costeffective, and compliant management of the organizations vehicle fleet and assets. This role splits responsibilities evenly between fleet operations (vehicle coordination, driver oversight, fuel and maintenance management) and asset management (receipt, recording, custody, disposal), delivering timely reporting, strong vendor coordination, and practical support to field teams. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive): 1. Perform tasks and activities within Management Services portfolio to support efficient and high-quality service delivery. 2. Collate data and prepare basic analysis to assist with the creation of reports to contribute to efficient management of resources. 3. Process routine actions related to procurement, finance, human resources, and other relevant areas, contributing to the effective and timely recording of data in corporate systems. 4. Manage and maintain physical and digital records in accordance with established procedures to ensure swift and easy data access as required. 5. Be the first point of contact for internal queries, providing timely and accurate responses to facilitate efficient and effective resolution of daily issues. 6. Provide inputs and suggest improvements to procedures and practices to support continuous enhancement of services provided. 7. Utilize digital tools and technology applications to improve working practices and customer service. 8. Provide administrative support for the preparation of inter-agency initiatives as part of UN Reform to achieve cost savings and enhancement of service quality. 9. Liaise with other functions and third-party contractors to enable efficient service delivery. 10. Provide advice and guidance to junior staff in performing their duties. 11. Perform emergency preparedness and response tasks following the guidance provided by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Completion of University Degree (bachelor’s or equivalent) is required. Education in Logistics, Fleet Management, Supply Chain or any relevant field is preferable.Experience: At least 5 years of relevant experience in areas related to Fleet Operations, Asset Management, Procurement, or Logistics Support or in any related field preferably in Humanitarian Support or Large Organizational settings.Language: Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language. Job Title: Management Services Assistant (Fleet) Grade: SC5 Type of contract: Service Contract Duration: 12 Months Duty Station: Cox’s Bazar Number of positions: 01 This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals. WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus medical insurance. All documents will be verified, and any discrepancies will lead to automatic disqualification. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior 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: global.inclusion@wfp.org NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application – unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply. At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational 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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Key Details

  • Job Title: Management Services Assistant (Fleet), SC5, Cox’s Bazar
  • Grade: N/A
  • Location: Cox’S, Bangladesh
  • Department: World Food Programme (WFP)
  • Contract Type: Professional Staff
  • Estimated Salary Range:$63,000 – $108,000 USD annually

Qualifications

  • Not specified in the official posting

Skills

  • Not specified in the official posting

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.