Logistics Officer at FHI 360

Requisition: 2019202292
Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time
Supervisor: Project Coordinator

Basic Function

• The Logistics Officer under the supervision of the Project Coordinator will be responsible for implementation of all activities related to transportation, warehousing, asset management and quality control.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring and detailed recording of all warehouse and stock movement activities consistent with FHI 360 procedures requiring complete, accurate and timely delivery
• Ensure proper warehouse management. This includes storage space, condition, and the actual storage of stock. Coordinate with vendors in ensuring timely delivery of goods to and from the country office
• Ensure maximum availability and implementation of controls and monitoring mechanisms for all logistics assets
• Responsible for overseeing and monitoring asset management and updating asset list as required
• Working closely with field logisticians/pharmacists in ensuring all items classified as assets are properly tagged and documented for accountability. Process logistics related requests from various field offices in a timely manner and providing feedback within the shortest time possible
• Assist with the bidding process by providing support for procurement transactions, analyzing them for conformity to specified requirements; assist in conducting appraisals and supplier selection in conformance to FHI 360 standards. Maintain a close relationship with Procurement and Finance unit to ensure that payments are processed promptly and accurately
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree /HND with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in logistics and general operations with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource constrained settings
• Or MBA or MS/MA in relevant Degree with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in logistics or operations with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource constrained settings.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; Integrity- Conducts business in an ethical manner;
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others; Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving service delivery. Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders; Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions and trends
• Ability to multitask and deal with stressful situations
• Substantial knowledge of standard logistics procedures and practices. Good working knowledge of MS office applications
• MS Excel, MS Office, MS Outlook etc. Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan.

Other Benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.