Logistics Officer (Port Operations)

About the role

The World Food Programme (WFP) is recruiting a Logistics Officer (Port Operations) in Port Sudan, Sudan. Reporting to the Head of the WFP Port Sudan Sub-Office and under the overall supervision of the Head of Logistics WFP Sudan, the incumbent supports port operations so that food assistance reaches beneficiaries efficiently. Applications close on 22 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Support Port Sudan port operations and contribute to the delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
• Gather real-time intelligence on port operations with logistics partners and keep shipping agents and HQ informed on incoming shipments, ensuring complete documentation and exemption letters before vessel arrival.
• Coordinate with shipping agents, stevedores and government entities for timely, cost-effective discharge, customs clearance and delivery of bulk, break-bulk and containerized shipments.
• Consolidate port data and help prepare accurate, timely reports on logistics activities.
• Run market surveys for clearing services and supervise the discharge of shipments to avoid demurrage/detention charges.
• Monitor service providers' quality and quantity of deliveries and act as escalation point and technical mentor for support staff.
• Support capacity building of staff and partners, follow up on emergency logistics preparedness and act in an emergency response capacity when required.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management or a related field, or first degree plus two years of related experience and/or training.
• At least one year of professional experience in supply chain, logistics, business management or a related field.
• Fluency (level C) in English and Arabic.
• Desired: experience coordinating service providers and contracts, managing port actions and vessel discharges, and end-to-end operations including customs clearance, warehousing and inland transport.

Applications are submitted only through the WFP online recruiting system, with a CV and cover letter; shortlisted candidates are contacted and undergo reference and background checks.