Logistics Technical Assistant at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Technical Assistant

Webcruiter ID: 4226364599
Location: Abuja
Reports to:  Logistics Officer
Full Time / Part-time: Full-time
Employment Type: Contract

Summary

• NRC is looking for a Logistics Technical Assistant for our field office in Abuja, FCT in Northern Nigeria. The position of Logistics Assistant will be based in Abuja.
• H/She will be responsible for specific tasks related to Procurement, store management, vehicle and generator management and assets at the Abuja Office.
• 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), Education and Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that vehicles are used and maintained according to Logistics Handbook and other NRC policies
• Ensure all drivers adhere to NRC logistics and drivers procedures
• Compile and submit monthly vehicle utilization and carpool reports
• Ensure the NRC fleet is utilized and optimized accordingly.
• Prepare requisitions for spare parts for vehicles
• Coordinate and facilitate timely reporting of eventualities like accidents and breakdowns
• Secure that NRC vehicles are equipped with necessary documents and equipment
• Ensure all drivers fill movement logbooks and that logbook is signed by the passengers.
• Responsible for the receipt, storage, and dispatch of all stock at the Abuja Office ensuring that proper documentation is maintained for the same.
• Ensure that assets are tagged before being dispatched to the field.
• To also ensure asset movement is tracked in the Asset Register
• Assist the Logistics Officer with Procurement – collecting quotes, generating procurement documents as may be required.
• 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
• 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: May  2020
• Duration: 12 months
• Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. Grade level 4, Step 1
• Duty station: Abuja with occasional travels. Travel outside Abuja is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
• An approved health certificate will be requested before the contract start.

Application Closing Date
29th April, 2020.