Base Logistician - Jigjiga, Somali Regional State Of Ethiopia

Under the supervision of the Logistics Coordinator, the Base Logistician will be responsible for the following main activities:

• Ensure that policies and procedures for all logistical functions are strictly followed at the base level.
• Ensure the principles for efficient fleet management systems are observed.
• Ensure safety and security of MdM Germany staff and assets are in place
• Carrying out all maintenance logistics activities in the base (vehicles, fuel consumption, and local infrastructure)
• Work closely with program and administrative departments and provide logistics support to the field sites
• Maintain and be responsible for management of all stocks at base level.

3.       TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Vehicle Management

• Ensure that all MdM own and rental vehicles are managed as per the MdM Germany required standard
• Review the existing and future fleet needs and prepare fleet as well as transportation plan.
• Ensure the internal controls for fleet are in place while minimizing risks associated with accuracy, transparency and overall costs
• Manage fleet operations while ensuring appropriate tracking, maintenance, and reporting and make sure that the vehicles are operational all the time
• Ensures that the car park is functional and the vehicles are parked in safe and secure manner
• Manage fuel with a buffer stock and prepare fuel consumption reports on monthly basis
• Ensure effective drivers management that includes daily roster, daily and weekly vehicle checks training and orientation, communication and coordination, vehicle safety and security
• Ensure that all vehicles are equipped with basic tools, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, spare parts, registration books and the log books are maintained.

3.2 Base Management

·         Follows up the consumption of office material, fuel and lubricants used in the different facilities (office, house, store, etc.) and checks the conformity of security norms in MDM premises

·         Ensure that all communication equipment (landlines, mobiles, sat phones), IT equipments and internet devices are maintained in a well-organized manner

·         Checks cleanliness of different open spaces (gardens, courtyards, etc.) and follows up minor building rehabilitation work

·         Ensures the maintenance of all MDM Germany premises (office, houses, stores, etc.) and checks on the general state of facilities (walls, roofs, electrical installations, water supply and quality)

·         Checks that domestic waste is disposed of correctly in the different facilities and waste treatment installations are properly maintained

3.3 SECURITY MANAGEMENT

·         Support Logistics Coordinator in ensuring security and risk management related to MdM Germany staff, equipments/vehicles, premises and staff moments/travel.

·         Analyze security situation in the area, prepare satraps and share the updates with all staff on regular basis

·         Ensure that safety and security equipments are available as per the required standard

·         Manage security guard duty roster and ensure that visitor record is maintained

·         Identify training needs for drivers, security guards and other support staff, provide regular /on- job training and follow up.

Bachelor degree of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration and related fields.

·         Relevant training in logistics, fleet, security and operations

·         3 years’ experience working with INGOs

·         Good working knowledge of the English language is essential

·         Strong organizational skills in emergency situations and autonomous in daily operations

·         Good communication and reporting skills

·         Fully fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

·         Experience/knowledge of the Somali region is a plus

·         Commitment to MdM-Ge principles.

·         Comply with all relevant organization policies and procedures.

·         Adhere to strict confidentiality and information management standards and protocols, sharing information only in compliance with these standards.

·         Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions.

·         Ability and willingness to travel and stay for extended periods at service delivery points

The interested and qualified applicants can apply through ethiojobs.net by using the below apply Email.

• To apply, please submit: a two-page curriculum vitae; three work-related references; a one-page cover letter explaining how your skills and experience match the job requirements stated above; copy of certificate/License (if applicable).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• We are unable to accept phone calls. 
• Send to [email protected]

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

INFORMATION:

Starting date:  1st April 2022

Place of office:  Jigjiga, Somali

We’ll pay attention only to the complete files in English.

Our processes of selection include some written tests and oral interviews.

Please note that if you have not heard from MdM within 2 weeks, you should presume you were not short listed for this position. However, MdM thanks you for your interest and encourages you to apply for other openings where your skills and experience match.

Deadline: Mar 21, 2022