Logistics Officer Ukraine Kherson

Support the implementation of logistics/procurement functions in Southern Ukraine.

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Overview

Support the implementation of logistics/procurement functions in Southern Ukraine.

You have:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience from working as a Logistician or Procurement.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
  • BA Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent.
  • Ability to speak the local language (Ukrainian) with a good knowledge of English language.
  • Willingness to travel and work in rural locations and live in basic conditions.
  • Microsoft Word/Excel skills.
  • Basic experience in asset and fleet management.

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation dedicated to protecting the rights of displaced and affected people during crises. NRC delivers high-quality programmes to support people forced to flee, helping them rebuild their lives and establish a new future. NRC provides immediate humanitarian assistance, prevents further displacement, and contributes to durable solutions. It operates across both new and protracted crises across 40 countries.

Qualifications

Generic professional competencies

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience from working as a Logistician or Procurement.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
  • Documented results related to the position's responsibilities.
  • Willing to travel to remote areas and to field offices, ability to work flexibly including weekends, and willingness to travel and work in rural locations and live in basic conditions.
  • Ability to speak the local language (Ukrainian) with a good knowledge of English language.

Context related skills, knowledge and experience

  • BA Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent.
  • Experience in the humanitarian sector will be an advantage.
  • Microsoft Word/Excel skills.
  • Basic experience in asset and fleet management.

Behavioural competencies

  • Handling insecure environment.
  • Planning and delivering results.
  • Working with people.
  • Analysing.
  • Communication with impact and respect.

Responsibilities

The purpose of the officer position is to provide support for the implementation of logistics/procurement functions in Southern Ukraine.

Generic Responsibilities

  1. Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines.
  2. Implement delegated support function portfolio according to the plan of action.
  3. Prepare and develop status reports as required by management.
  4. Ensure proper filing of documents.
  5. Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function.

Specific responsibilities

Procurement Ensure procurement activities are carried out in transparent and accountable manner at the area office that include procurements requested from others parts of Southern Ukraine and follow all.

NRC/Donor Regulations

  • Advice other departmental staff in preparation of certain documents that are related to payment procedures.
  • Confirm all paperwork processes are correct before submission to finance
  • Assist in local market assessments if required to do so.
  • Assist in the preparation of documentation for bids committee meetings.
  • Assist in tenders and preparation of and ensure it is complaint with NRC and donor regulations.
  • Assist in any duties in relation to procurement processes, as defined by logistics regulations.

Other Duties

  • To carry out other logistics duties as assigned in other departments as temporary relief, if required to do so.

Potential interview questions

Describe your experience working in complex and volatile contexts. The interviewer wants to assess your adaptability and resilience in challenging environments. Provide examples from past roles that demonstrate your ability to handle difficult situations.
How do you ensure transparency and accountability in procurement processes? This question gauges your understanding of ethical procurement practices. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to handle procurement documentation effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you talk about a time when you had to adapt to working in basic conditions? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach communication with stakeholders in a logistics context? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with asset and fleet management? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle working with people from diverse backgrounds? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a successful logistics project you managed. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 28 days ago - Updated 14 days ago - Source: nrc.no