Logistics Technical Assistant at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Webcruiter ID: 4214274334
Location: Pulka / Gwoza , Borno
Full-time/part-time: Full-time
Employment type: Contract

Job Description

• NRC is looking for a Logistics Technical Assistant for our field office in Pulka, Borno State in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the Logistics/Procurement Technical Assistant is to support program activities in Pulka, Borno State
• NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
• The Logistics Technical Assistant reports to the Field Coordinator with Technical reporting line to the Logistics Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that vehicles are used and maintained according to Logistics Handbook and other NRC policies
• Plan, schedule and monitor transport of staff and material/equipment according to demands and procedures
• Ensure that NRC generators in the field office are maintained on a regular basis and prepare requisitions for spare parts for vehicles & Generators
• Responsible for the receipt, storage, and dispatch of all assets from the Monguno Office ensuring that proper documentation is maintained for the same.
• Ensure that assets are tagged and all asset movement is tracked in the Asset Register
• Assist the Logistics Officer with Physical Asset count, preparing of Logistics and documents as may be required.
• Be responsible for the procurements within the location
• Ensure all drivers adhere to NRC logistics and drivers’ procedures
• Compile and submit monthly vehicle utilization and carpool reports
• Secure that NRC vehicles are equipped with necessary documents and equipment
• Ensure that all vehicle records and reports including logbooks, accident reports, etc are filled appropriately.
• Keep a log of the generators and ensure that fuel consumption is monitored and recorded appropriately

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field
• Knowledge of the local market
• Knowledge of local language (Kanuri, Hausa)
• Previous (1yr) experience working in a Logistics department (preferably NGO)
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).

Personal qualities:

• Handling an insecure environment
• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Communicating with impact and respect
• A good sense of humour is an asset
• All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We Can Offer

• Commencement: April  2020
• Duration: 9 months
• Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. Grade level 4, Step 1
• Duty station: Pulka with occasional travels. Travel outside Pulka is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
• An approved health certificate will be requested before the contract start.