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• Ensure all NRC procurements are completed
  according to procedures at all times, and within the minimum timeframes.
• Work closely with the Logistics officer
  based in Yumbe and the Finance Assistant on ground, as well as the Area
  Manager for local procurements.
• Carry out procurements and transfer of
  project materials from Adjuman/Yumbe/Kampala to the camp sites
• Work in liaison with Government
  departments in fulfilling NRC legal contract obligations
• Guide the management on local legal issues
  regarding procurements and contracts
• Keep records and maintain contacts with
  suppliers and conduct price comparisons in order to get the best value for
  money
• Identify potential, credible and competent
  vendors for NRC to deal with
• Do town run for quick procurements and
  coordinate NRC procurement functions with vendors and contractors

• Ensure contracts for vehicle hires are
  active and professionally managed, in coordination with management.
• Ensure vehicles hired are in a sound
  working condition and transport needs for the field staff are met on
  timely basis.
• Supervise the driver(s) and subordinate
  staff

• Ensure that all items on transit are
  handled in accordance with NRC policies and procedures and in a timely and
  efficient manner.
• Keep proper record of invoice receipts,
  requisitions, purchase order forms, waybills, and all other documents.
• Ensure that all maintenance needs are met
  in a timely manner, with high quality works.

• The applicant for the Norwegian Refugee
  Council (NRC) Logistics Assistant job placement should hold a University/College
  education in logistics management/Business Administration or equivalent
  and appropriate professional qualification in the field of purchasing and
  supply
• Extensive experience in big emergency
  logistics set-up
• Excellent organizational skills,
  including, ability to work to deadlines and to priorities
• Substantial experience of providing
  administrative support to senior managers;
• Ability to work in a team and on an
  individual basis
• Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in Word,
  Excel and Power point, email and Internet
• Excellent written and oral communication
  skills, in English
• Manage own time under guidance and
  direction from superiors
• Fitness and ability to frequently travel
  to the field

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