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Our team |
In particular, the team provides professional, business-focused service on logistics, delivering a proactive and solutions-based approach for resolving issues. The team will also ensure that the operational business requirements are effectively managed to deliver organisational results and support the achievement of programme outcomes.
Job purpose |
The main purpose of the Logistics Officer is to work as part of the Gambella Field team in providing general logistics support including procurement planning, fleet management, coordinating with project partners, safety and security of office premises, administrative support, inventory, asset, and contract management.
What the recruiting manager has to say about the role? |
Generally, this role is responsible for managing/ supervising resources logistics, and supply chain resources including people, assets, and/or budgets. Contribute to and influence operational planning.
Training and support so that other Oxfam staff are knowledgeable and competent in Oxfam's logistics processes and procedures. Working with the programme manager on security issues, the security of assets, and the safety, security, and evacuation of staff. Interprets and applies operational and specialist information in a variety of formats from a variety of sources. Also maintaining accounts and submitting reports as appropriate, for aspects of the programme detailed above. Ensuring the installation (after training if necessary) of radio, phone, fax, and other communications systems and establishing communications routines for emergency programmes and teams. Training team members in the use of equipment.
Core details | ||
Location: | Gambella Region, Ethiopia | |
Salary: | As per the Oxfam benefit package | |
Internal Grade: | D2, National | |
Job Family: | Programme | |
Contract type: | Fixed-Term contract | |
Hours of work: | 37.5 hours per week. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage | |
This role reports to: | Refugee Response Program Manager | |
Staff reporting to this post: | Procurement Assistance and Warehouse Assistants and Drivers | |
The annual budget for the post: | N/A | |
Key relationships/interactions: | N/A | |
Screening checks: | All successful candidates will be screened through Refinitiv World-Check One to comply with counter-terrorism and financial sanctions regulations. | |
References: | Should you be successful and not already employed by Oxfam GB, we will require a minimum of two references covering five years of employment history. | |
DBS checks (for roles based in the UK): It is a requirement in the UK for a new DBS check at enhanced level for every new member of staff who works directly with, or has regular contact with, children or vulnerable adults in the UK (consistent with DBS guidance and relevant law). | N/A | |
Key responsibilities |
Overall:
Program Management Support
Warehouse Management
Supply Chain
Program Administration
Guest House/Office Management
Vehicle Management
Security
Transport and Delivery
Stock and Assets Management
People Management
Representation
Others as part of the Logistics Unit
Desirable
Your commitment to Oxfam
Key Attributes:
Organisational Values:
Note to candidates: Shortlisted candidates will be assessed on our organisational values and attributes at the interview stage. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to adhere to our code of conduct. We encourage candidates to read and understand our code of conduct here.
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