Logistics and Procurement Officers at The Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

The position
The role of the Logistic and Procurement Officer (PO) is focused on the continuous implementation of procurement strategies and activities in order to ensure a high level of Compliance to DRC procurement policies and procedure in Field location.  The LPO will maintain a high level of contextual awareness of his/her operating area and strong coordination with Program and Program support teams at the field level.  He/ She will promote a strong Procurement culture at the Base office(s) through continuous trainings and collaborative Procurement assessments with all field based staff.  The LPO will serve as the Procurement unit representative at Field level and also serve, when required as the Procurement unit representative on Budget follow up. The PO will report directly to the Procurement Manager, and will be an integral part of the Procurement Unit.
Under the supervision of Head of Logistics and Procurement, the Logistic Procurement Officer will provide support to the programme by undertaking technical and practical operational tasks to ensure smooth, safe and efficient operation of logistical activities. The post holder will support the HoLP in the head office as well as other sub offices in Mubi, Abuja, Maiduguri and Damaturu
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online or send the application by post/hand deliver to the address mentioned below.

DRC is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of gender, religion or age.

Key Requirements
Education:
Bachelor/Higher Diploma in Logistics or equivalent in Administration, economics, IT or business

Essential:

• Progressive 2-5 years of experience in handling logistics and procurement preferably in an INGO.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Fluency in local spoken languages such as Hausa, Fulani, etc.
• Must have strong reporting and communication skills and excellent computer skills in MS Word & Excel.
• Knowledge & experience of dealing with service providers and contractors and management.

Desirable

• Flexible & willing to work in a remote setting & to travel to other project locations.
• Ability to work under pressure to deadlines and stress.
• Ability to work independently on his or her own initiative
• Strong team and interpersonal skills

Conditions
Availability: ASAP (April  2017)

Salary and conditions: In accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment;

The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.

The position is for NIGERIAN NATIONALS ONLY.