Logistics Technical Assistant Nigeria Maiduguri

Assist with logistics functions to ensure effective delivery of goods and services.

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Overview

Assist with logistics functions to ensure effective delivery of goods and services.

You have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or any related field.
  • Experience from working as Logistics Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
  • Office organization skills.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
  • Good communication skills.
  • Fluency in Hausa is an asset.

Contract

This is a Professional contract (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract (NRC) contracts.

NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.

These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.

If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionat Logistics Technical Assist to join our team in Maiduguri, Borno State. You will be responsible for planning, organizing and implementing the logistics functions and responsibilities to ensure efficient and effective delivery of goods and services.

Qualifications

Professional competence:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or any related field.
  • Experience from working as Logistics Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Office organization skills,
  • computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  • Good communication skills
  • Fluency in English, Hausa is an asset

What’s in it for you?

Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility:

At NRC we think creatively. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Learn on the job: NRC's collaborative working style favours the exchange of good practice and lessons learnt. At NRC, employees learn on the job and are encouraged to look for opportunities to develop new competencies. NRC managers prioritise the quality work and the competency development of their staff. This entails giving newcomers a good start, following up, training and mentoring employees to allow them to perform well in their current job, and offering learning and development programmes.

*Additional Information*****:

Duty Stations: Maiduguri, Borno State Nigeria

Duration of contract: 3 months (Renewable).

Grade Level: Grade 4 in NRC's grading structure

Reporting line: Logistics Coordinator

This position is open to Nigeria Nationals only. We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline. Female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

Responsibilities

Generic responsibilities

  • Supervision and capacities building of logistics team under his supervision
  • Implement NRC’s logistics policies and procedures with regards to procurement, fleet, warehouse and assets management at office level.
  • Ensure compliance with NRC’s Logistics Handbook, other NRC policies and donor requirements in all procedures and processes.
  • Ensure anti-corruption, transparency, and cost efficiency principles in all processes (e.g. in vehicle management, asset management, warehousing and procurement of service/goods and works)
  • Implement a filing system/archive according to local requirements
  • Ensure NRC fleet, warehouse and assets management system are in place and followed at area level
  • Provide support on market surveys and assessment.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly reports and sent to Logistics Coordinator

Specific Responsibilities

Procurement

  • Ensure that all procurements are done in accordance with NRC logistics policies, procedures and donor regulations
  • Check and receive purchase requisitions and initiate the procurement process according to NRC procurement regulations and thresholds
  • Ensure RFQs are prepared and sent out within the agreed lead time
  • Complete and issue purchase orders in accordance with NRC regulations.
  • Check procurement documents (Bid analysis, Purchase orders and Payment documents etc...) and submit to signatories for verifications and approvals.
  • Check payment documents as per procurement checklist before submission for approvals and to finance.
  • Follow up with suppliers and organize delivery of materials.

Fleet Management

  • Managing and tracking of all vehicles on the fleet in the field Office
  • Ensure that vehicles are checked on a daily basis, and that regular service and maintenance is carried out as per agreed schedule as well as managing service agreements such as vehicles fueling.
  • Ensure all rental vehicles have current and lawful documentation.
  • Receive travel requests and maintain trip schedules and Staff Movement Board.
  • Produce logistics site report, vehicle and generator cost performance report.
  • Ensure proper usage and Maintenance of the Area Office Generator by keeping an up-to-date generator logbook for usage and services

Asset Management

  • Oversee the issuance and return of assets to/from staff in the absence of assets focal person
  • Assist the Logistics officer in updating asset register and send to country office every month in the absence of the asset’s focal person

Warehousing Management

  • Manage and maintain the physical warehouse.
  • Ensure quarterly stock check and reconciliation.
  • Ensure random spot check on stock in the warehouse

Ensure all program stock are released through NRC stock release/requisition form and accompanied with a waybill to Beneficiaries/point of usage.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you implemented a logistics solution that improved efficiency? This question assesses problem-solving skills and logistics understanding. Focus on a specific example and highlight the positive outcomes of your actions.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple logistics responsibilities? The interviewer is evaluating your organizational skills and prioritization ability. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have in managing logistics in a humanitarian context? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle conflicts with suppliers or team members? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to ensure compliance with logistics policies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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