Action Against Hunger (ACF)-USA is part of the ACF-International Network which works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.
ACF-USA is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the following position:
LOGISTICIAN ADMINISTRATOR (Head of Base) BANISA, MANDERA
Reporting to the Field Coordinator –Mandera and under the technical supervision of the Logistic Coordinator, the Logistician Administrator (HOB) will be in charge of the management of all logistics and Administrative aspects of the base. The incumbent will be tasked with the following tasks among others:
- Management of human resources of the base including implementation of policies and procedures, salary payments, statutory deductions.
- Management of finances of the base including monthly treasury forecast, cash management, monthly closure, participate in budget proposal, implementation of financial procedures.
- Manage the logistics function of the base including supply chain, equipment and fleet management, rehabilitation and maintenance in accordance with laid out procedures and guidelines.
- Focal point for security management at the base; including information collection and context analysis; submit security plan to the Logistics Coordinator; implementation of security rules and procedures at the base.
- Representative of the organization for non-technical aspects and in charge of external communications under the direction of superior.
- Key role in collecting, compiling and exchange of information from the base by organizing and leading weekly meetings, writing and desimination of minutes.
- Prepare reports.
Qualifications and skills required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Logistics or Purchasing/Supply.
- At least 3 years progressive experience in related field.
- Well organised and precise with proven problem solving skills.
- Experience in staff management and capacity building skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and report writing skills.
- Good knowledge in IT applications, Mechanics, radio and satellite communications.
- Must be a team player and have team leadership skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and within strict time limits.
- High degree of self motivation, result oriented creativeness and adaptability.
- Willing to work in remote region under strict Muslim culture.
Closing date: 7th November 2008
Interested candidates should forward their applications including a cover letter and updated C.V to:
Human Resource Office
Action Against Hunger-USA
Amboseli Road, Gate 13
Off Gitanga Road
Lavington, Nairobi
PO Box (00623) 39900
EMAIL: hr.ke @ acf-international.org
Action Against Hunger–USA will not answer any telephone query regarding the position.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
