Head of Logistics at Save the Children Nigeria

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children's mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

Save the Children is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Head of Logistics

Contract - Full-Time (12 months)
Location: Abuja

The Role

• The post holder leads on responding to and managing the growing needs within the Nigeria programme for effective core logistics capacity to support ongoing development programmes and emergency response interventions.
• In this, he ensures that all policies and procedures of Save the Children are strictly adhered to and also to ensure that Save the Children's commitment to improving quality and accountability in development and humanitarian work is upheld, through reference to the Sphere Standards, Save the Children Quality Framework Essential Standards and the NGO Code of Conduct.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• At least 7 years of national and/or International experience - of which at least 4 years with an INGO - in supply chain management, inclusive of procurement, transport and distribution, warehouse and stock management.
• Strong experience in vehicle and fleet management.
• Robust experience of NGO project cycle management and experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation structure.
• Master's degree in Logistics, MBA or any other relevant degree.
• Experience of building and developing the capacity of logistics staff through the use of training, performance management frameworks and development plans.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and capacities to plan and think strategically.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word platforms.

Desirable:

• Experience in distributions of both NFIs and food items in emergency context.
• Working experience in Nigeria and/or West Africa.
• Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with various incoming teams in the event of major emergencies.
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children's aims, values and principles, including rights-based approaches.

Application Closing Date
3rd March, 2015

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.