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Fleet Management Support Service Intern, MSDF - Dubai
Organisational Context
Global hunger has reached alarming levels in 2022, and WFP, the Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2020, remains dedicated and committed to address this global food crisis. To enhance the efficiency and impact of our global initiatives, WFP is relocating key corporate functions within procurement and supply chain from its headquarters (Rome, Italy) to the UAE. The UAE, chosen for its strategic location, stability, advanced infrastructure, markets, expertise, and innovation, is hosting the newly established Global Supply Chain Support Center.
JOB TITLE: Fleet Management Support Service (FMSS) Intern
JOB CONTRACT/GRADE: Internship
DURATION: 6 months
JOB LOCATION: UAE, DUBAI
REPORTING TO: MSDF Officer within the Fleet Centre of the Management Services Division
EXPECTED START DATE: May/June 2024
We are seeking a dynamic FMSS Intern to join our team and contribute to our vision of enabling effective, safe, efficient, and sustainable vehicle fleets for WFP offices.
Role and Responsibilities:
Under the leadership of the Head of Fleet Management Support Service, and with direct supervision of the MSDF Officer within the Fleet Centre of the Management Services Division the intern will benefit from close mentoring, guidance, and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be an elemental part of the internship experience. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and some exciting soft-skills trainings, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.
Education:
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a recognized university or related university program, preferably in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems or Technology related. WFP interns are required to have completed at least two years of their university programme or, if fresh graduates, they should have attended classes in the past 12 months;
Role Requirements:
Training components
Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry-leading learning platform, WeLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.