Logistics Officer - Filtu

Organizational Overview:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, and technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and all U.S. territories. FHI 360’s Crisis Response team has been responding to the humanitarian emergency in Northern Ethiopia through an integrated health, nutrition, WASH, and Protection project to meet the critical needs of the conflict-affected population. FHI 360 aims to expand its reach to the Somali Region in Eastern Ethiopia to meet the immediate needs of the drought-affected population and will be implementing integrated humanitarian programming with the Ethiopia-based national organization, Pastoralist Concern (PC).

Job Summary

The Logistics Officer will report to the Senior Logistics Officer and is responsible for overseeing day-to-day procurement activities, fleet management, warehouse management, and general logistics needs related to programmatic activities. Assigned tasks will include movement tracking, asset management, contract/lease management, vendor relations, and other tasks as assigned.

Accountabilities:

• Manage and assist in all procurement tasks as per FHI 360’s Procurement Handbook, including the management and facilitation of bids and tenders.
• Identify warehouse/storage space based on needs in the area, ensuring an efficient flow between the office(s) and implementation sites. Ensure premises are furnished and secure.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors for timely delivery of goods, and efficient problem solving of unexpected issues.
• Support sufficient planning for deliveries to project teams and update the Logistics Coordinator with regular information about stock levels and expected leave times.
• Handle random spot checks during field visits as well as amongst daily management task to check overall traceability of items.
• Support vehicle allocation and fleet management for all project related rental vehicles. Ensure that all FHI 360 fleet management guidelines are applied at all times including logbooks and maintenance sheets.
• Develop tools to ensure efficient monthly, weekly & daily planning & movement follow-up tools.
• Support loading and unloading of goods and project related items.
• Ensure accuracy of all inventories. Ensure Assets register and inventory is up to date in all times.
• Constantly monitor inventory tagging and recording in accordance with the fhi360/Donor guidelines.
• Supervise FHI 360 warehouse management according to FHI 360 warehouse standards and records are well maintained.
• Support the contract management and follow- up on payments for various procurement, leasing, and any other logistics activities.
• Coordination with Field Offices to record and update all inputs and data for the warehousing and Procurements.
• Coordination with Field Office to receive and Achieve Warehousing and Logistics Operations files and maintain them updated both manually and electronically.
• Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

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Education:

• A Degree in Procurements and Logistics or related field. Vocational or specialized training is desired.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience providing logistical support in an office setting.
• Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations is an advantage.
• Experience using inventory management software is an advantage.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
• Prior work experience in non-governmental organization (NGO) is preferred
• Fluent in local language and excellent in English.

How To Apply

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