MEDAIR is a Christian humanitarian international NGO founded in 1988, with its HQ in Switzerland. MEDAIR’s mission is to respond to human suffering in emergency and disaster situations by implementing multi-sectoral relief and rehabilitation projects, in a compassionate and serving attitude inspired by its Christian ethos.
The organization’s consistent focus ensures maximum efficiency and accountability, with ISO 9001:2000 certification worldwide. Medair’s unswerving commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable
Medair International (South Sudan Program) is seeking a high caliber individual for the position of Logistics
Assistant – Warehousing & Shipping based in Nairobi.
Main Responsibilities
1. Receiving goods
• Receiving and signing of all deliveries at the Medair Warehouse.
• Ensure quality of goods supplied are according to Medair Specifications.
2. Shipping
• Shipping goods cost effectively within agreed time limits to South Sudan
• Responsible for preparing & signing waybills for all shipment and ensuring proper documentation for all shipments
• Following up with shippers regarding the status of the cargo
• Following up with receiver of goods to make sure goods arrive on time and in good condition
3. Warehousing
• Responsible for accurate and orderly warehousing and related record-keeping
• Conducting regular warehouse audits
4. Maintenance
• Facilities maintenance and asset tracking
• Ensuring vehicles and equipment are in good working order
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies
• Higher Diploma in Logistics/Supply chain Management or related field
• MS Office Proficient
• Experience in humanitarian logistics or similar job desirable
• High adaptability to people and tasks
• Enthusiastic, energetic, systematic, organized and work process oriented
• Work with minimal supervision, positive team attitude and enjoys problem solving
• A valid driving license is mandatory.
To be eligible, your application must include:
• A résumé (CV) including names and full contact details of three referees who may be contacted if required.
• Cover letter describing how you consider yourself suitable against each of the main responsibilities.
Your application should be sent to: jobs-sds@southsudan.medair.org
Subject : Logistics Assistant – Warehousing & Shipping
Only short listed candidates will be contacted, therefore be certain your contact details are clear and complete. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidentiality and fairness.
