Logistics Assistant at Solidarites International


Solidarites International (SI) is a French humanitarian organization which provides aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disaster. For over 40 years the association has focused on meeting three vital needs - water, food and shelter. SI is present in North-East Nigeria since 2016 and is currently operating in 4 bases across Borno State (Maiduguri, Monguno, Ngala, and Dikwa) with outreach capacities across all BAY States through its emergency component. Currently, SI carries out emergency/post - emergency programs in WASH/FSL sector in North-West Nigeria where limited actors are currently present.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:



Job Title: Logistics Assistant

Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Contract Start Date: Projected contract duration is 4 Months with possible extension

Purpose / Aim

  • The logistics assistant supports the logistician in implementing and supervising all logistical activities at his/her assigned base.
  • In particular, he/she lends support to carrying out urgent activities and the filing and archiving logistical documents.
  • He/she temporarily takes on the basic tasks of the logistics officer in their absence.

Main Tasks
Management of Supplies:

  • Update price lists and vendor databases
  • Control Solidarites International purchase procedures
  • Implement purchases, monitoring adherence to validation regulations and procedures
  • Negotiate prices, deadlines and methods of delivery
  • Ensure that relationships with suppliers are monitored
  • Verify and process quote requests and IOFs
  • Compose and archive purchase folders

Management of Vehicle Fleet:

  • Assist in the planning and execution of maintenance and repair work on mission vehicles
  • Draw up the vehicle schedule
  • Assist in monitoring and consolidating fuel consumption and miles travelled for all vehicles
  • Prevent misappropriation of petrol and spare parts
  • Monitor the administrative documents for all vehicles
  • Ensure that a complete breakdown kit is available on board all vehicles
  • Check that vehicle log books are in place and are used correctly

Management of Equipment / Telecommunications:

  • Assist in installing and securing materials
  • Assist in monitoring and maintaining materials
  • Organize training sessions in the use of means of communication.

Management and Monitoring of IT Equipment:

  • Update antivirus software
  • Provide teams with adequate means for data backup
  • Ensure the maintenance and correct use of IT equipment.

Management of Supplies:

  • Supervise the maintenance and securing of warehouses
  • Support the logistics officer in carrying out stock checks and physical inventories.

Human Resource Management:

  • Assist in the recruitment process and in evaluating the members of the logistical team
  • Establish team schedules in conjunction with the logistics officer
  • Ensure or assist with logistical training.

Profile

  • Studies: Degree, HND or equivalent
  • Experience: Desirable experience with other NGO with at least two years’ experience
  • Languages: English, Hausa, or other local language desirable
  • IT: Computer literacy (Microsoft office, PowerPoint), radio and security equipment user-knowledge
  • Others: Result in quality orientation, team work and preparation, behavioural flexibility, commitment to SI Principles, Service Orientation, Space Management.

What We Offer
Salary + Transport, Leave & housing allowance + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, life insurance - covering death and permanent disability) etc.

 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Application Deadline  19th August, 2022 at 4:00 PM.

Important Information and Notice

  • Fill the form and attach your CV and motivation letter.
  • The CV attached must be named with your first name and surname.
  • Solidarités International reserves the right to select a candidate and finalize the recruitment before the application closing date