Helen Keller International (HKI), established in 1915, works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. We combat the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research in vision, health and nutrition. Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 22 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: Logistics Assistant
Location: Katsina
Job Summary
- Under the overall guidance of the Finance and Admin Officer, the Logistics Assistant will provide support for the day to day running ; logistical and administrative functions related to the DFID project in Katsina in accordance with agreed protocols and policies of HKI, ensuring high quality and accuracy of work.
Administrative:
- Time sheet management
- Ensure the proper filing of procurement Purchase Requisition Form (PRF)
- Vehicle Log book control and filing
- Office Maintenance follow up
- Purchase of office and program consumables
- Prepares/Signs Good Received Note (GRN)
- Receives and Issues inventory/materials
- Maintains office supplies inventory log book/card
- Official physical inventory count
- Generator log management
- Preparation & submission of monthly highlight reports.
- Receives and sends out mails and correspondences
Logistics:
- Hotel reservations
- Filing and updating sub office staff files
- Arranging office travels in liaison with the Finance & Administrative Officer
- Provides support to Technical staff in executing programs Supervisory duties
- Oversee the Drivers in carrying out their responsibilities;
Other:
- Carry out additional tasks, as requested by the Finance and Operations Manager and Country Director.
Requirements
- Qualification: Minimum of Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Business Administration or Management;
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
Competencies Required:
- Demonstrates technical knowledge pertaining to job requirement
- Able to work under pressure and under minimal supervision and able to meet deadlines
- Ability to use computer software such as Microsoft Office, internet
- Must possess good interpersonal skills and a good team player
- Demonstrates excellent personal integrity and confidentiality.
Application Closing Date
21st July, 2017.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidiates should submit electronically forwarding the following under listed to:
[email protected] the subject of email should be "Logistics Assistant" both CV and cover letter should be saved with the applicant’s name e.g. John Smith CV and John Smith Cover letter.
Required
- A curriculum vitae, which should indicate at minimum applicant’s qualification and dates obtained;
- Previous work experience and dates;
- Age and referees
- A cover letter
Note
- Applications received after 5pm on the day will not be considered.
- Only applications submitted electronically will be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.