Junior Logistics Officer Nairobi, Kenya

Ensure efficient completion of logistics administrative processes.

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Overview

Ensure efficient completion of logistics administrative processes.

You have:

  • Relevant experience of procurement and logistics required.
  • Understanding of NGOs and commitment to humanitarian work is necessary.
  • Self-organized, strong attention to detail, and ability to work under limited supervision.
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential.
  • Good literacy, numeracy, and computer skills required.
  • Fluency in the English language is essential.
  • Supervisory skills and ability to manage a small team is an advantage.

Junior Logistics Officer Nairobi, Kenya The starting monthly salary for this position is 163,595 KES

About MAG MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

MAG is in the process of establishing country offices and operations in Kenya and Tanzania, which will be managed as a joint programme from a main office in Nairobi. Operations will be focused on weapons and ammunition management activities, and will work in partnership with state security actors in each location assisted by a small programme support team.

About the role The Junior Logistics Officer will be responsible for ensuring all logistics administrative processes are completed efficiently, including maintaining and controlling equipment, maintaining logistics paperwork and record systems in compliance with Logistics Standard Operating Procedures and donor requirements. You will be required to liaise closely with suppliers to achieve the best possible terms for MAG and ensure timely completion of orders.

About you The successful candidate will: • Have relevant experience of procurement and logistics; • Demonstrate an understanding of NGOs and show a commitment to humanitarian work; • Be self-organized, strong attention to detail, team player, and able to work under limited supervision; • Have strong interpersonal and negotiation skills; • Possess good literacy, numeracy and computer skills; • Fluency in English language is essential; • Supervisory skills and demonstrated ability to motivate and manage a small team would be an advantage.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

HOW TO APPLY The job description is attached to this advertisement here.

Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are suitable for this position to [email protected] by the closing date of 10th November 2024.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you managed logistics effectively for a project? This question assesses your practical experience in logistics management. Provide a specific example that highlights your role and the outcome.
How do you prioritize tasks when dealing with multiple suppliers? The interviewer wants to understand your organizational skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to negotiate better terms with suppliers? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a challenging situation you faced in logistics and how you resolved it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with donor requirements in logistics? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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