Open to Internal External Candidates

• Position: Logistics Assistant (Warehousing)
• Organizational Unit: Procurement and Logistics Unit
• Duty Station: Yemen, Marib
• IOM Classification: G4
• Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) Graded Contract, 6 Months (With a possibility of renewal up to 9 months)
• SVN No.: SVN2026. 19787
• Estimated Start Date:  As soon as possible
• Closing Date: Monday, 23rd March 2026

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Organizational Context and Scope:

Working under the overall supervision of the Procurement & Logistics Officer Yemen and the direct supervision of the Procurement and Logistics Officer Marib, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting warehouse activities in accordance with warehouse regulations, rules and procedures for IOM Yemen.

Responsibilities:

1.    Assist in the implementation of warehouse operations in compliance with IOM Warehouse manual (2018-J-177) and relevant SOPs.
2.    Maintain updated stock records in the WAVE inventory system and assist with monthly, half-yearly, and yearly stock counts and reports.
3.    Monitor loading and offloading activities at the warehouse in accordance with warehouse SPPs.
4.    Prepare and issue Receiving Report Forms for newly arrived items into the warehouse.
5.    Prepare and issue Stock Release Authorization Form when releasing items from the warehouse.
6.    Share updated warehouse inventory lists with programmes on a weekly and monthly basis.
7.    Verify receipt of original shipping documents newly arrived shipments, including packing lists, waybills, bills of lading and shipping invoices. 
8.    Assist with the implementation of distribution plans and support warehouse operations, including dispatch and delivery tracking.
6. Verify that proper authorization from the Logistics/Procurement Assistant or designated officer is obtained before releasing warehouse items to any individual and/or unit within the mission.
10.    Maintain the warehouse archiving system and stock cards.
11.    Maintain
communication with programmes and PLU team regarding warehousing and pipeline WASH s NFI procurement orders and required warehouse spaces. Report any challenges or bottlenecks to the supervisor.
12.    Assist with communication with WASH cluster programmes regarding pipeline projects and distributions plans, as requested by supervisor.
13.    Assist with the organization of warehouse space and monitoring of stock items, including dead stocks.
14.    Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

1.    High school diploma with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
2.    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; Accredited Universities are those listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) Portal.

Experience

• Experience in logistics, procurement, or warehouse operations, including sourcing goods and services.
• Experience in the Humanitarian Field will be an advantage

Skills

• Good knowledge of warehouse inventory management and stock control procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate warehouse records and documentation.

LANGUAGES

• For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own
• actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

• Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates will be considered as first-tier candidates.
• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID- 19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies, IOM Careers and Job Vacancies | International Organization for Migration

As part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity.
Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.