Logistics Technical Assistant, Nigeria at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Technical Assistant, Nigeria

Job Identification: 13489
Location: Jos, Plateau
Job type: Full time
Job Category: Logistics

Job Description

• These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees.
• In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.
• We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. 
• If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Logistics Assistant to join our team in Jos, Plateau State. 

Role and Responsibilities

• The position of Logistics Assistant will be based in Jos. H/She will be responsible for specific tasks related to Procurement, warehouse management, vehicle and generator management and assets at the Jos Office.
• Ensure that vehicles are used and maintained according to Logistics Handbook and other NRC policies
• Ensure that all NRC vehicles are in proper operating condition and coordinate vehicle maintenance with the Logistics Officer in Jos
• Ensure that NRC generators in Jos are maintained on regular basis.
• Keep log of generator fueling, monitor consumption and record appropriately
• Responsible for the receipt, storage and dispatch of all stock at the Jos Office ensuring that proper documentation is maintained for same.
• Ensure that assets are tagged
• To also ensure asset movement is tracked in the Asset Register

Specific responsibilities:

• Ensure the driver adheres to NRC logistics and drivers procedures
• Compile and submit monthly vehicle utilization and carpool reports
• Ensure NRC fleet is utilized and optimised accordingly.
• Prepare requisitions for spare parts for vehicles
• Coordinate and facilitate timely reporting of eventualities like accidents and breakdowns
• Secure that NRC vehicles are equipped with necessary documents and equipment
• Ensure all drivers fill movement logbook and that logbook is signed by the passengers.
• Responsible for the receipt, storage and dispatch of all stock at the Jos Office ensuring that proper documentation is maintained for same.
• Ensure that assets are tagged before being dispatched to the field.
• To also ensure asset movement is tracked in the Asset Register
• Ensure that all vehicle records and reports including logbooks, accident report etc are filled appropriately.
• Keep log of the generators and ensure that fuel consumption is monitored and recorded appropriately

Performance Management:

• The employee will be accountable for and evaluated on the responsibilities and the competencies, based on NRC’s Performance Management System.

The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

• The Job Description
• The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
• The Competency Framework

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field. 
• 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Experience working with transport and vehicle management in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Experience with inventory and asset management.
• Experience with computers – Microsoft Word and Excel plus email
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Good knowledge of English 

Competencies:

• Behavioral competencies
• Problem solving and solution oriented
• Adaptable and coping with change
• Managing resources

Application Closing Date
8th January, 2024; 10:33