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Job Title: Logistics Assistant
Organisation: Danish Refugee
Council (DRC)
Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent,
humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more
than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote
durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of
humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN
Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in
Disaster Relief.
humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more
than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote
durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of
humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN
Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in
Disaster Relief.
Job Summary: The Logistics
Assistant and will be providing support for the implementation of the Danish
Refugee Council (DRC) Programme. The Logistics Assistant will be responsible
for the management of procurement, fleet, assets and stores.
Assistant and will be providing support for the implementation of the Danish
Refugee Council (DRC) Programme. The Logistics Assistant will be responsible
for the management of procurement, fleet, assets and stores.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Procurement Management (40%)
- Ensure that all DRC procurement guidelines
are adhered to at the Rhino Camp Program - Actively engage and support the program
teams in procurement planning to ensure timely delivery of project inputs
and activities - Work closely with the West Nile
Coordinating Office in Arua, identify, negotiate and implement contract
agreements which result in efficiencies in line with financial and
forecasting requirements - Maintain accurate auditable records of all
procurement processes which result in high process compliance - Administer contract performance, including
delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance - Plan and engage with Project Managers to
understand contract specifications - Work closely with suppliers to develop a
profile of delivery capability which results in effective market
engagement - Conduct efficient and collaborative
procurements which are DRC and donor-compliant (inquiry, tendering,
evaluation award & contract management) and which result in a high
value adding commercial outcomes.
Fleet Management (30%)
- The incumbent will ensure that all
repairs, service and maintenance performed on vehicles / equipment /
machinery are in accordance to required standards established to achieve
maximum reliability with minimum downtime and at best value for money - Keenly monitor fuel consumption for the
DRC fleet i.e. vehicles and motorcycles and generators. This will be done
through ensuring monthly calculations of fuel consumption - Compile all maintenance and fuel
consumption reports for vehicles, motorcycles and generators and share
with Roving Procurement and Logistics Officer on a monthly basis - May be called upon to drive the assigned
vehicle in a correct and sensible manner in adherence to weather and road
conditions at all times; adhere to the maximum speed limits for DRC
vehicles – 50km/hour on a dirt road, 100km/hour on a tarmac; when the road
conditions are poor, drive as slowly as necessary to facilitate safe
passage to the passengers and ensure no damage to the vehicle. - Ensure vehicle-in-use templates,
insurances and list of authorized DRC drivers are in place and updated - Ensure that all DRC vehicles and motorcycles
are fitted with the minimum vehicles accessories and report shortfalls to
supervisor on time - Coordinate staff movement plans.
Store Management (15%)
- In charge of receiving the procured
supplies, with waybills, monitoring stock levels of Rhino Camp office
stationery, kitchen and office supplies and consumables - Responsible for ensuring that monthly
physical stock counts are done as scheduled to prevent stock discrepancy
as well as monitoring expiring dates of in stock supplies - Will maintain and update stock records and
inventory.
Inventory and Asset Control (15%)
- Responsible for monthly updating of
inventory and asset list and submit to the Roving Procurement and
Logistics officer based in Arua - Responsible for consistent tagging of DRC
assets immediately after procurement - Conduct bi-annual physical asset
verification. - Maintain a transparent, honest and
supportive communication structure with colleagues to ensure they are kept
informed of applicable fleet activities and requirements. - Develop and maintain positive
relationships with local authorities, other NGOs and any other
stakeholders, representing DRC and ensuring good co-operation.
Quality Management
- Be aware of the potential for loss or
fraud in fleet activities such as fuel cost, mislead transport usage, and
procedures. - Pro-actively work to prevent such
occurrences by working with relevant line managers to improve transparency
and to ensure the best use of DRC assets and resources.
Others:
- Working closely with manufacturers,
distributors and suppliers - Arranging carriage or actually delivering
goods to the Arua Office sub offices - Quality control of goods in and/or goods
out - Maintenance of stable conditions and / or
temperatures (as for perishable food items, chemicals or drugs) - Uphold the DRC’s Code of Conduct
- Perform any other duties assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee
Council (DRC) Logistics Assistant career placement must hold a Diploma in
areas such as fleet management, assets and inventory management, or
logistic operations/management, supply chain management, etc. - Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency
in Word, Excel, Power Point, etc…
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their
applications with the following documents to the E-mail address below;
applications with the following documents to the E-mail address below;
- A cover letter (1 page) in which you
explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the
qualities and qualifications criteria - Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages).
The CV should include information about your qualification, relevant
training courses, Work experience, name and contact details of 3 relevant
references.
E-mail your cover letter, updated CV and academic credentials to:
administrator@drcuganda.org
administrator@drcuganda.org
Deadline: 7th
September 2017 by 5:00 PM
September 2017 by 5:00 PM
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