Supply Chain Team Leader- Logistics Team Leader

Contract

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Vacancy Announcement

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an international humanitarian organization founded in Denmark in 1956. DRC implements relief and development activities in more than 30 countries throughout the world, assisting more than 1.5 million people of different ethnicities and religions. DRC is a non-governmental, non-political and non-religious organization – and in DRC, people’s right to a life with dignity takes precedence over politics and principles. DRC has been operating in Myanmar since May 2009 and in Rakhine State since 2010, responding to the humanitarian needs in the aftermath of the Cyclone Giri. DRC has recently expanded its programme providing shelter, WASH, NFIs, livelihood support and community assistance to the people affected by the June and October 2012 events in Rakhine State. DRC Myanmar in Rakhine State is funded by ECHO, SDC, DFAT, USAID and UN agencies, including UNHCR, UNICEF and UNFPA.

To strengthen DRC’s Programme in Rakhine State, DRC is looking for highly motivated and capable candidates to fill the position of

Supply Chain Team Leader- Logistics Team Leader (1 Post)

Duty Station : Sittwe Office, Rakhine State

Reports to : Supply Chain Manager

Direct Reports : Supply Chain Officers and Assistants

Overall purpose of the role:

• Supervise members in team
• Deliver technical support and guidance to team
• Responsible for warehousing, transportation of good and people, vehicle fleet management, facilities management.

Geographic scope: Area (Rakhine)

This role has an area focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the area. The role contributes to the development of area strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to base operations.

Specific duties and responsibilities

Management:

• Lead and manage the team (including people planning, performance, well-being and development)
• Ensure effective planning and quality implementation of the sector/support activities
• Ensure daily monitoring of area
• Asses the daily quality of the service provided
• Provide technical support and inputs
• Reporting as per required by his / her line manager

Support and Administration:

• Ensuring all logistics processes are in line with DRC Operations Handbook
• Effective and efficient support to programs’ needs.
• Develop and maintain relevant data base.
• Maintaining the assets list.
• Weekly and monthly status reports
• Warehouse management, including reporting and alert mechanism to program staff.
• Assist in recruitment, training and capacity building of the logistics team under his / her supervision
• Coordination of program staff to ensure logistics involvement in the whole program cycle
• Ensure that all logistics specific donor rules and policies are understood and respected
• Vehicle fleet management
• Optimize all logistics operations to increase cost effectiveness.
• Fixed asset management
• Ensure proper operation of DRC Dynamics ERP supply chain system by staff under his / her supervision
• Apply report and data analytics to improve supply chain operation in area of concern

As Team Leader the post-holder is responsible for the following:

• Accountable for people management of employees, working in the same area of work
• Accountable for ensuring that agreed work plans and tasks set by the next-level up Manager are implemented on time
• Initiating the hiring and firing of employees and conducting performance appraisals are permitted at this level but are closely overseen by the next -level manager.
• Any other duties relating to the nature of the job as requested by the Manager

Experience and technical competencies:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in humanitarian logistics, procurement, transport and distribution, warehousing, and stock management
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the field of humanitarian response and refugee protection working for an international NGO, UN agency, relevant ministry, or local authority.
• Management experience at a mid-level, is desirable.
• Proven management skills and a competence in people management
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
• Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of the general logistics (i.e., warehousing, fleet management, etc.) rules and regulations of major international donors

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. "

We Offer:

• Starting date of employment: August 2022.
• Contract length: DRC's fixed term employment contract includes a probation period of 3 months. Renewables depend on both funding and performance.
• Salary: Competitive salary according to DRC Myanmar salary scale.

This position is open for Myanmar National only. DRC strongly advocates for equal opportunity and promotes a diversified and inspiring working environment. Therefore, qualified candidates of ethnic minorities, women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application process:

Applicants who meet the above-mentioned requirements should apply by submitting their applications in English (consisting of Cover Letter and CV of no more than 4 pages, including contact details of 3 professional references) and CV only applications will not be considered. Apply button.

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a written test in English and an interview.
• After the closing date, applications are not to be considered. Please note that due to the urgency of this position, applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and DRC reserves the right to initiate the recruitment process before the deadline for applications.

Extended Deadline for submission of applications: 29-July-2022 (COB)