Job Description
Basic Function:
Under the direction of the logistics Officer, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for the provision logistical services and operating the warehouse containing a wide variety of project materials and equipment.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Assists in submission of weekly humanitarian cargo movement request to the cluster
- Support fleet management/drivers’ orientation etc.
- Verify quantities of goods delivered, inspect for damage, and enter into DPA.
- Prepare and maintain records concerning the receipt and issuance of materials.
- Assists logistics officer on haulage inspection and dispatched of Goods.
- Update computer inventory control records.
- Perform periodic physical inventory spot checks and reconciles with inventory records.
- Assist in determining proper inventory levels, ordering points, and ordering quantities.
- Liaises with Logistics Officer to minimize inventory and eliminate obsolete items.
- Track usage of supplies and report on any incidence of loss or damages.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to comprehend and make inferences from technical materials and equipment.
- Demonstrated knowledge in pricing, contracts negotiations, policies and procedures.
- Technical understanding of office and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow.
- Must exhibit high levels of professionalism, integrity and ethical values at all times.
- Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work as a team member.
Qualifications and requirements:
- BS/BA degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Estate Management or related field with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations is an advantage.
- Experience using inventory management software is an advantage.
- Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.