Logistics Assistant

The Purpose


Under the supervision of the Logistician, the Logistics Assistant provides support to Damaturu (DAT) in the areas of Purchasing, Transport, and Fleet management; Handles logistical files independently; Implements and runs ICRC Logistics procedures; Negotiates contractual matters with external interlocutors and supervises a small team.


Your Role


Conducts market search vis-à-vis available of goods and services as per sub-delegation’s requirement
Independently carries out petty purchases of goods and services up to 2’000 CHF as per financial rules
As delegated by the Purchasing team in Abuja, follows up on purchases and deliveries and checks that they conform with specifications and contract details
Receives goods and checks that they correspond to the requested quantities and qualities ordered in collaboration with Quality officer in JOS
Independently works to ensure that the fleet is used in a rational manner.
Organizes and plans drivers' duties and assignments; dispatches the assigned vehicles.
Monitors and records vehicle use, always keeps fuel contingency level and replenishes on timely manner to avoid any security risk for the sub-delegation
Keeps tracks of all vehicle movements, and daily inspection reports shared with Fleet / ABJ
Where necessary, checks that field-trip forms are filed and correspond to the assigned mission, and s/he maintains movement planning sheet always updated.
Coaches and trains drivers vis-à-vis eco driving and maintains the safety standards as per Fleet Management manual and management’s instructions.
Closely coordinates with Maiduguri workshop manager regarding fleet maintenance, services, fuel issues and any fleet related matters.
Keeps FleetWave updated with all relevant information and shares them with Fleet / ABJ
Takes all necessary steps to implement the delegation's security rules.


Requirements


Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or another relevant field
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
Fluent in written and spoken English and knowledge of local languages is an asset (Hausa is mandatory)
Very well organized, with good planning abilities.
Computer literacy; proficient in Microsoft Office software skills (outlook, Excel Power Point, Word).
Driving Licence
Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.


What We Offer 


Grade: B1.
Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
In-house training opportunities for personal development.
A full-time, open-ended contract.
The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges.



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