MSF NGO Logistics Coordinator Job Vacancy Kenya

MSF NGO Logistics Coordinator Job Vacancy Kenya

Logistics Job Based in Nairobi (50%) and Somalia (50%)
Médecins sans Frontières (MSF) Spain is an international humanitarian Non Governmental Organization, operating in Somalia.

We are currently recruiting for the position of a Logistics Coordinator Assistant in the coordination team, with regular visits to our projects in Somalia to give support to the field teams, provide technical training and coaching to the logistic departments in the field (Mogadishu, Balad and Jowhar).

Main tasks include, but not limited to:
* Responsible for proper order management relating to the MSF Spain Somalia supply.
* Will have total flexibility to travel to the field as this position requires constant travel to Somalia.
* Specific areas to check and advice on are supply procedures, warehousing and stock control, communication, power supply, IT systems, equipment and maintenance, inventory updating, transport, HRM, asset management, WatSan and construction.
* Responsible for maintaining a strong water and sanitation component in the in the field if required.
* Will advise the Logco on any issues related to security.
* Provide direct logistical support to the projects as required under the direction of the LogCo.
* Provide logistical support to emergency interventions and assessments, including travel at short notice to work on emergency interventions.
* Assist in the set up of new projects and fill short term gaps in logistical positions in the projects with the support of the log team in the capital
* Cover the main functions of the Supply Officer or Tech log in his/her absence to make sure the standard activities are proceeding as normal in capital.

Requirements:
Education: Degree or Diploma on logistics fields will be a plus.

Experience:
* Minimum of 1 year experience on logistics with NGO’s
* Advanced user in basic Microsoft applications (word, excel, PowerPoint etc)
* Knowledge of cold chain
* Experience in Supply.
* Experience in construction.
* Experience within the Somali context is essential.

Languages:
* Fluent in written and spoken English and Somali
* Kiswahili desirable

Personal qualities:
* Good organization skills.
* Good team player with leadership abilities.
* Excellent communication skills, both written (reporting and mail) and oral.

If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV detailing the above requirements, motivation letter, copy of certificates and any recommendation letter from previous employers to the MSF-Spain Somalia Admin department in Nairobi, email address: msferecruitment@gmail.com.

Please state clearly the job title and the reference number 1112 in the subject line of your application email.
Application must be received on or before the 31st of October 2010.

Interested candidates are asked to avail themselves for interview and examinations shortly thereafter. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

MSF-E is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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