EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

BAIDOA

About the Job

The Logistics Assistant is responsible for all inbound and outbound logistics for ICRC operations in and around Baidoa. He/she handles dispatch, deliveries, storage, quality and quantity control, Fleet management, Air operations, IMPEX and Transport, claims, distribution, packaging and inventory. He/she ensures adherence to the internal/global warehouse standards and proper documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Dispatches and receives shipment (transported via air and road) for ICRC operations in Baidoa
• Follows to ensure safe arrival of cargo transported through the various means and, processes the required documents
• Monitor generators and vehicle fuel consumption/ follows up on maintenance and service ICRC vehicles and generators and update the fleet wave and creates fleet safety awareness to all ICRC drivers
• Monitor office and field vehicle movement to ensure full utilization
• Liaison with the handling company and local authorities at the airport and immigration department facilitates Air operations activities
• Updates SOKLOG team members on logistics activities, these includes, goods receipt/shipment and warehousing activities
• Handles warehouses operations and ensures proper documentation are in place
• Perform the monthly Inventory count and to ensure the Bin Cards are fully matched with inventory system quantities
• Organizes delivery of items according to the instructions received from the Head office in Nairobi
• Support and helps the purchase team to do field purchases
• Places orders for food supplies for Stabilization centres referring to the verified and approved suppliers list
• Consolidates invoices relating to food supplies monthly, and shares the data with the purchasing department
• Handles and updates the internal logistics system for stock management and prepares statistics periodically
• Uses the available internal/local tools and Excel to update cargo plans and to share information
• Files and archives the relevant Logistics documents in line with ICRC standards and rules

• Skills and Qualifications

  • Diploma in Business management, Procurement, Supply chain management or any other related field
  • 2 years’ work experience in a similar field
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Somali language
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Good communication and planning skills
  • Proficiency in Ms Office suite (especially Word and Excel)
  • Holder of a valid Driving license is an asset
  • Good knowledge of political, social, and cultural affairs of the assigned region

  We Offer

  • A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
  • Training and development opportunities
  • A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework

  How to apply

  Apply by sending your cover letter and CV addressed to the Human Resources Manager, ICRC Somalia Delegation, on the email address sokrecruitment@icrc.org. Your cover letter must indicate your current salary and your expected salary range. The closing date is 8th March 2023. Clearly indicate the position title Logistics Assistant Baidoa in the subject line of your email message.

  Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

  NOTE THAT ONLY EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

  Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Any enquiries about the position should be addressed to sokrecruitment@icrc.org.

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  The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.

  sokrecruitment@icrc.org