Logistics Assistant at COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale

Overall Responsibilities

• The Logistics Assistant will provide operational support to multi-sectorial intervention in Plateau State.
• The Logistics Assistant responsibilities include filing all necessary procurement documents and maintaining electronic archives, tracking and verifying all original invoices before payment, and issuing tender documents to vendors upon request after tender announcements.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Under the general supervision and guidance of the Logistics Officer or another designated staff, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for the following key duties:

Procurement:

• Filing of all necessary procurement documents and archiving electronically.
• Tracking and monitoring all original invoices and verifying before payment.
• Issuing tender documents to vendors on request after tender is announced.
• Assisting the procurement officer in updating suppliers list and price lists and regularly checking on price validity for updates.
• Data entry on procurement software (REGOLO) and uploading the required documentation accordingly.

Logistics:

• Ensure proper fuel storage and management at base and update the fuel tracking form diligently.
• Submit monthly logistics and fuel consumption reports to the Logistics Officer.
• Ensure the asset inventory register is updated regularly and submit to Logistics Officer monthly or as per need.
• Support the identification and contracting of premises (office, guesthouses & warehouses) based on geographical, operational and financial criteria, in close liaison with the Logistics Officer.
• Contribute to ensure proper working and living conditions for all staff in each premises by providing appropriate power supply, drinking water, stationery etc.
• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance of works of premises.
• Coordinate with relevant departments for travel arrangements and reservations as necessary.
• Manage vehicle fleet and ensure that the trip logs are counter-signed by the lead passengers.
• Schedule timely and regular preventive service of the generators.
• Support policy implementation in procurement / logistics to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of organization by working with respective coordinators.
• Undertake market survey on a regular basis to obtain prices at competitive costs for services and goods.
• Perform quarterly appraisal for vendors and update the supplier’s database.

Code of conduct and associated policies:

• Treat beneficiaries with dignity and apply COOPI’s Code of Ethics and Conduct, the UN Convention for the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in the field, including sensitizing Field Monitors and vendors/agents on such principles.
• Promote the zero-tolerance policy regarding corruption and ensure adherence to COOPI Code of Conduct and Anti-Fraud policy.

Minimum Requirements
Education:

• University Degree in either Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent, Business Administration, or another relevant field experience with additional years of related work experience and/or specialized training/courses.

Experience:

• At least 2 years working with an INGO / UN.
• Experience working in Plateau State is an added advantage.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Sound understanding of supply Chain and procurement cycle, concepts and principles with a broad knowledge of best practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of common procurement / logistics principles and possesses and the ability to quickly assimilate COOPI and donors’ processes and systems;
• Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information.

Competencies:

• Good communication and negotiation skills with the ability to persuade, influence and adapts quickly to different situations;
• Excellent oral, and writing skills.
• Well organized and detail-oriented;
• Ability to work independently and in a team with other departments and units

Essential:

• Be professional, motivated, flexible, and culturally sensitive
• Be excellent in communication skills and proficient in report writing especially tender reports and monthly reports.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office programming (Access, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work in a team, and establish effective working relationships with people from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and simultaneously autonomously manage multiple tasks.
• Previous work experience with INGOs and UN Organizations is desirable.