Logistics & Administrative Officer Job at Save the Children International

Save the Children International is a 'dual mandate' organisation and as such equal priority will be given to both humanitarian and development work.

This is the only way we will be able to ensure that some of the fundamental rights that we believe children have, such as survival, safety and constant access to protection and education can be guaranteed. As part of a commitment to work with children through humanitarian interventions Save the Children will support programmes in both sudden onset and chronic emergency situations.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Position: Logistics & Administrative Officer

Location: Kebbi

Job Descriptions

• The incumbent will be responsible for managing logistics staff, vehicle fleet, assets, communications, procurement, security and properties to ensure effective, transparent and accountable logistic support to the Save the Children programs in SC Nigeria.
• Liaison with program teams to ensure adequate logistical consideration for coordination and planning of program implementation. Provide technical support and guidance to program teams on logistical elements of distribution & procurement planning.

Key Areas of Accountabilities:

• Transport & Fleet Management
• Asset & Facility Management
• Procurement and Supply
• Communication and Security
• Administration & Reports

Skill and Experience

Administrative & General Skills:

• Level of Education - Degree
• Communication & Interpersonal Skill Level - Excellent
• Language Requirements - English - Excellent
• Level of IT Expertise Required - Good

Experience Expectations

• Desired Number of Years Prior Experience in a Similar Role - 2
• Experience in procurement and logistics with INGO
• Experience in a relatively insecure field based environment

Working Conditions

• Ability and willingness to travel to projects and stay in basic conditions when necessary

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and qualifying statements to:Nigeria.OperationsVacancy@savethechildren.org explaining why you are suitable for the position you are applying for. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Note: Applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline  10th June, 2015.