Logistics Assistant

Support the Logistics team in Manila, handle requests, and ensure compliance with ICRC procedures.

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Overview

Support the Logistics team in Manila, handle requests, and ensure compliance with ICRC procedures.

You have:

  • University degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Customs Administration, or equivalent.
  • 1-year hands-on work experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing or Logistics or related field.
  • Knowledge in ERP software application is an advantage.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly in Excel and Word.
  • Preferably knows how to drive both car and motorcycle.

Contract

This is a ICRC - Open-ended contract. More about ICRC - Open-ended contracts.

What we do

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.

In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.

We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.

Purpose

The Logistics Assistant supports the Logistics team in Manila by handling and following up on requests and carrying out simple procurement activities while ensuring compliance with ICRC procedures.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

  • Handles orders received and ensures timely and accurate treatment in the ICRC's Logistics system.
  • Follows up on requests and provides feedback to requesters on their order status.
  • Purchases goods and services, including walk-in requests, up to a certain financial threshold.
  • Performs filing and archiving of documents.

Our values

  • At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Reports to (role)

  • Logistics Coordinator

People management responsibilities

No

Scope & impact

  • Geographical remit: local.

Relationships

  • Internally, interacts with members of the logistics team and logistics customers.
  • Externally, interacts with suppliers, service providers and other contacts relevant to their work.

Certifications / Education required

  • University degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Customs Administration, or equivalent.
  • Knowledge in ERP software application is an advantage
  • Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly in Excel and Word
  • Preferably knows how to drive both car and motorcycle

Professional experience required

  • 1-year hands-on work experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing or Logistics or related field
  • Previous experience in humanitarian work is an advantag

Potential interview questions

Describe your experience with logistics systems and procurement activities. The interviewer wants to understand your hands-on experience relevant to the role. Outline specific examples of previous logistics systems you've managed and procurement processes you've followed.
How do you ensure compliance with procedures in your work? The interviewer is assessing your understanding of adherence to organizational policies. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a time you handled a difficult supplier relationship? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with ERP software applications? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How proficient are you in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to keep your work organized and manage multiple requests? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience working in a team environment, particularly in logistics. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you want to work with the ICRC? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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