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  • Posted: Nov 26, 2021
    Deadline: Dec 3, 2021
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    Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation...
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    Logistics Specialist

    Location: Zurmi, Zamfara
    Level: 8
    Contract Period: Six Months
    Possibility of extension: Yes
    Start Date: 26th November 2021
    Contract: 208 working hours per month

    Main Purpose

    • Carry out assessments and ensure the implementation, maintenance and monitoring of the technical work in the projects within a certain area of specialization (Electrical Engineering, GIS, ICT, Biomed, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Engineering ) according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure an optimal running of the project and its infrastructures and the efficient use of the systems and equipment.

    Job Description

    • Define procedures and ensure the implementation, monitoring, maintenance and correct functioning of all technical work within the project.
    • Manage technical activities in close collaboration with the field responsible of the sector of activity
    • Carry out assessment and feasibility studies in the project to provide line managers with alternatives and possible solutions to infrastructure challenges in the area of specialization e.g. installing / building / implementing.
    • Liaise directly with the staff to identify  project needs and manage response and prioritization of requests.
    • Where standard protocols are not available or appropriate, developing a protocol seeking extensive feedback and pilot tests to ensure its functionality as well as define  standards and monitoring systems.
    • Ensure the proper documentation, filing and the compilation of all installation and maintenance work done or required
    • Act as a technical referent, providing technical advice and oversight of quality and knowledge of the team.
    • Provide training sessions to technicians, managers and supervisors in the overall set-up of equipment, use and maintenance of new installations
    • When required, act as Flying expert in the mission and providing deep technical advice to managers
    • Perform delegated tasks specific to her area of specialty as defined in his/her job description.

    Requirements
    Education:

    • Essential: Technical Diploma or University Degree, preferably as an Engineer.

    Experience:

    • Essential:  At least two years of working experience in logistics related activities
    • Desirable:  Previous experience with MSF or other NGOs, and working experience in an emergency context.

    Knowledge:

    • Computer literacy

    Language:

    • Mission language essential.

    Renumeration

    • According to MSF National Salary Scale

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    Project Coordinator Support

    Locations: Shinkafi and Zurmi-Zamfara
    Level: 8
    Contract Period: Six Months
    Possibility of extension: Yes

    Main Purpose

    • Provide support to the Project Coordinator in security management and project coordination. Ensure and maintain good relationship with local and national authorities and contribute to the context analysis and follow-up according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the smooth running of the project.

    Job Description

    • Represent MSF externally with support from the Project Coordinator in both external and internal negotiations on behalf of the project
    • Assist in safeguarding and promoting MSF’s image externally
    • Monitor, analyze and report on key issues (context, risk, etc.) to the Project Coordinator through a sound knowledge of the different actors in the context
    • Assist in exploratory missions and assessments as needed and participate in the development of context related plans
    • Assist the Project Coordinator on Internal and external Communication sessions and events about MSF (for National staff, the MoH staff, local authorities, community leader, military actors, security forces) in order to improve awareness, understanding of MSF principles and services.
    • Write meeting minutes and contribute to the meeting logbook.
    • Ensure the continuity of relations/networking with local actors (other NGOs, UN agencies, local authorities, media, etc.)
    • Organize advocacy appointments for the Project Coordinator. 
    • Translate and review documents and act as an interpreter when needed. Assist the Project Coordinator in drafting correspondences with authorities and counterparts
    • Prepare and conduct context and cultural briefings on the project context to new employees to facilitate their integration
    • Assist the Project Coordinator with important context and operational issues that may occur outside of regular working hours.
    • Perform assigned additional responsibilities or tasks as required by the Project Coordinator

    Requirements
    Education:

    • University Degree level, preferably in the field of Social Sciences (Political Sciences, International Public Law, Anthropology, Economics, etc.)

    Experience:

    • Essential: Experience in and exposure to working in a complicated political, security and humanitarian environment. Management experience a plus
    • Essential: Experience in data collection, reporting and analysis

    Language:

    • English and Hausa language essential

    Knowledge:

    • Essential computer literacy (word, excel, Internet/social media)
    • Knowledge of and interest in humanitarian issues/ In-depth contextual knowledge and analysis skills
    • Sound knowledge of local culture and customs.

    Renumeration
    According to MSF National Salary Scale.

    Method of Application

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    Note

    • Candidates apply using the link above and attach their CV
    • Zamfara Indigenes, Women and People with Disabilities are encouraged to Apply

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