Job
Title: Logistics Assistant
Title: Logistics Assistant
Organisation: Danish Refugee
Council (DRC)
Council (DRC)
Duty
Station:
Uganda
Station:
Uganda
About
US:
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 re
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 re
fugees 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.
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.
Key
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Procurement
Management (40%)
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%)
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%)
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%)
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
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:
Skills and 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:
to Apply:
All
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications
with the following documents to the E-mail address below;
suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their 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
your cover letter, updated CV and academic credentials to:
administrator@drcuganda.org
Deadline:
7th September 2017 by 5:00 PM
7th September 2017 by 5:00 PM