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Title:         
Logistics Assistant

Organization: Windle International Uganda (WIU)

Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner
for Refugees (UNHCR)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Windle International Uganda (WIU) formerly Windle Trust
Uganda is a registered INGO whose mission is to promote peace and development
in communities through provision and coordination of Education and training for
Refugees and people affected by conflict.Windle International Uganda is the
lead partner of UNHCR in implementing Education Projects in Uganda with close
collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the Office of the Prime
Minister.

Job Summary:    The primary purpose of this position is to
perform Logistics tasks according to WIU procedures and policies. The Logistics
Assistant with support from the Senior Administration Officer, will ensure
seamless operations through provision of timely, reliable, cost-effective and
efficient logistical services and support to all departments and programs.
These services will include transport, equipment, office and field supplies,
etc. He/ She will also manage the organization’s physical assets including the
fleet.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·      
Support the Administration team and the
Procurement team to organize all logistical processes, including stores
management, communication, transportation and asset management as well as the
related administrative procedures for Windle operations

·      
Ensure that all WIU procedures are followed
during all processes related to stock management and that stock is well managed
across all WIU Settlements

·      
Ensure accountability, transparency, quality
control while carrying out Logistics activities

·      
Ensure that vehicles and motorcycles are
maintained with necessary insurance and car parts

·      
Develop and ensure implementation of Standard
Operating Procedures for the Logistics Management of WIU activities

·      
Secure price quotations and prepare terms,
conditions and/or specifications for prospective purchases when called upon by
the Procurement team.

·      
Manage the purchase, distribution and provision
of accountability for Dry Food rations

·      
Manage inventory to ensure it is tracked and
monitored as well as ensuring that there are no stock outs to inhibit
operations across Windle

·      
Ensures that commodities and services reach the
intended beneficiaries and that they are acknowledged as per the Windle policies
and procedures.

·      
Conduct Capacity building and mentoring of the
Administration team and Logistics representatives at the field level.

·      
Any other duties relevant to the job that may be
assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·      
The applicant for the Windle International
Uganda (WIU) Logistics Assistant job opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s degree
in Transport and Logistics Management, Procurement and Logistics

·      
Management, Business Administration/ Purchasing
& Supply together with Professional/ Graduate Diploma in Purchasing &
Supplies Management – C.I.P.S or equivalent.

·      
At least two years’ related experience in a
demanding work environment, preferably with an NGO.

·      
A proactive person with initiative and drive,
honest with a high level of integrity; a team-player with good planning skills

·      
Supplier negotiation skills

·      
Good analytical skills

·      
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Word and
Power point

·      
Understanding of procurement and contract laws

·      
Attention to detail

·      
Excellent organization and coordination skills

·      
Must be result-oriented

·      
Good interpersonal and communication skills

·      
Ability to work under strict deadlines: high
calibre time management competency

How to Apply:

All interested applicants should apply online at the link
below.

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Deadline: 13th January, 2020

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