Medical Teams International Calling:
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
JOB SUMMARY
The Logistics Intern is responsible for implementing logistics activities to facilitate assigned medical activities in Addis Ababa Office Ethiopia
JOB RESPONSIBITIES
- Plan and support supply chain activities including planning, sourcing, transport, shipping, warehousing, asset management; apply distribution control techniques to optimize stock levels
- Implement procurement process in accordance with MTI and donor policies and procedures, in a transparent, accountable, efficient, timely and cost-effective manner, negotiating prices and proposing new suppliers to be validated
- Process procurements through the Unit 4 ERP system
- Track vendor contracts and work closely with user departments to ensure effective and efficient implementation; support timely vendor payment by submitting all required documentation in accordance with schedules
- Track all organization equipment and assets.
- Conduct occasional monitoring of inventory and assets to verify condition and proper use of property
- Ensure proper branding on all items in accordance with MTI and donor requirements
- Assist in planning of office management needs including purchasing of office supplies
- Collaborate with IT Officer to meet technology needs of organization
- Support safety and security tasks as delegated
- Develop and maintain a database of suppliers of goods and services
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding.
- Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
- This position requires frequent travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.
Department: LOG
Team:Support Staff
Reports to (position):Field Coordinator
Location(s):Addis Ababa
Work Days & Hours:Monday-Saturday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidays
Travel:Regular travel to field offices
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTFICATION
- Bachelors Degree in Procurement & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field is required.
- Professional certification preferred.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience with donor (UN, USAID, etc.) asset and procurement specific procedures is an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of supply chain management including procurement, tendering, contracting, clearance, transport, warehousing, distribution, fleet management and asset management
- In-depth knowledge of ERP systems
- Demonstrated understanding of donor-specific logistics procedures and grant requirements
SKILLS
- Highly skilled at using ERP systems to manage inventory logistics
- Strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
- Skilled in communication
- Strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
- A good command of both written and spoken Amharic and English.
ABILITIES
- Ability to act with integrity and ensure security and appropriate use of assets
- Ability to complete complex tasks with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility
- Highly organized with good quantitative ability
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
Candidates should follow the following 3 steps while applying for the positions:
1. Fill out the mandatory application form using the following link:Online Application Form and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your application which means your application was successful.
2. Send your CV and application letter toethiopiarecruitment@medicalteams.orgclearly mark Logistic Intern in the subject line
3.Only candidates who only fill the online application form and send CV together with Application letter only will be considered for candidacy.
All applications must be submitted on or before Feb 22 2023.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further assessment.
We are an equal employment opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Courageous, Tenacious, Selfless and Not alone.
Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.
Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply to the following address -------
Please include 3 references from current and former employers.
Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be shortlisted and contacted.
Your application letter must include the following information.
Name of the position you have applied.
Date of application
Summary of your qualifications and experience
Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job
Permanent Address and present address (if different form permanent)