AVSI Foundation is a global non-governmental organization with headquarters in Italy. Its mission is to support human development in developing countries according to the social teaching of the Catholic Church: recognizing the uniqueness of each person, who as such cannot be reduced to a number within an anonymous category such as “the poor, the sick, and the disabled”. Furthermore, every person and every community represent a resource, regardless of their vulnerability. This is why AVSI works to help people in becoming aware of their own value and dignity. AVSI is operating in South Sudan since 2005, implementing medium to long-term sustainable health, education, water & sanitation, food security and emergency relief programmes.
The organisation is now seeking to recruit suitable qualified South Sudanese national for the position of Logistic Officer
Duty Station: Rumbek, Rumbek State
Job Description:
The Logistics Officer will contribute to carry out activities in post-conflict South Sudan and to respond to sudden emergencies with life-saving interventions, by following logistics operations and implement AVSI procedures from AVSI’s Juba Office.
Main responsibilities and duties:
• Manage and oversee AVSI Rumbek Office work and staff.
• Keep accurate stock-cards of goods transiting (in and out) of AVSI Rumbek base and inform management of necessary purchases, when stocks are low (especially fuel, lubricants and other consumables).
• Establish and update a database of store inventory.
• Make sure that all staff respects AVSI procedure, for procurement and movements.
• Oversee stock cards, delivery note records and vehicle fueling and maintenance
• Records and any other logbook regarding the compound structures.
• Assist in the preparation of delivery notes for any items to be sent from AVSI stores to other locations.
• Implement purchase orders according to AVSI procedures.
• Collect quotations and guarantee the proper storage of all relevant documents to trace order history.
• Inform the supervisor of any necessary extraordinary maintenance works needed on the different AVSI compounds.
• Be the first contact for Compound Workers for any issues related to the compound.
• Maintain a flexible attitude towards teamwork and other assignments as dictated by circumstances/events or requested by Supervisors.
• Any other duty assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
Education
• Diploma or Higher Diploma in procurement and logistic or related field.
Knowledge and experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in logistics department
• Working experience with an NGO or private sector will be an added advantage.
Skills
• Competent in use of Microsoft applications especially Excel and Word
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good writing skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English, Juba Arabic is an added advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadline
• Ability to work independently
Attitudes
• Proactive and takes initiative.
• Flexibility
• Respect when dealing with others.
• Presentable, outgoing with a pleasant character
• Identify him/herself with the mission, vision and values of AVSI.
How to Apply:
Applications should include updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID and cover letter. In the cover letter (of no more than two pages in length) the candidate should briefly describe his or her motivation for the position and highlight relevant experience.
The above documents can be delivered to AVSI Office in the Country:
• AVSI Juba Office Nimratalata
• AVSI Rumbek office
Or send in soft copy to: [email protected] OR [email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 27th January 2017