Logistics Officer

HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) – Kenya Office
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT- Kenyan Nationals Only
Job title: Logistics Officer (1 position)
Reporting to: Administration and Logistics Manager
Grade: 5
Location: Nairobi
Duration: 8.5 months Contract with possibility of renewal subject to availability of funds and performance
HIAS wishes to recruit a Logistics Officer who will be responsible for providing logistic support and overseeing the overall logistic processes in support of the objectives of the organization.**
Major Duties and Responsibilities

· Plan, oversee and coordinate logistics operations to ensure smooth accomplishment of HIAS Kenya programs/projects.
· Schedule and route vehicles and drivers to ensure that HIAS staff transport needs are facilitated to enable them carry out their various assignments
· Manage transport arrangements for international staff and visitors coming to HIAS Kenya when called upon
· Participate and support in development and design of logistics support policies and processes for effective operations
· Provide technical and procedural advice in a broad range of logistics areas
· Develop and maintain partnership and network with external organizations
· Ensure logistics requirements take age, gender and diversity needs into consideration
· Ensure that safe driving practices are adhered to including local driving codes and internally agreed standards.
· Facilitate timely servicing of all vehicles and ensuring that all repairs carried out meet required standards to minimize accidents and breakdowns.
· Facilitate renewal of road insurance for HIAS vehicles
· Monitor HIAS vehicle movements and transport utilization as per required standards
· Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring reports, including records of vehicle operations, maintenance, expenses, mileage as required
· Prepare analysis reports to ensure that fuel drawn on all vehicles is put to good use
· Coordinate use of e-cabs services on needs basis
· Support logistics needs of the HIAS Transit Centre Operations
· Account for cash advanced to the logistics department
· Attend all relevant internal and external meetings
· Perform any other duty assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience

· Bachelor’s Degree in business management with a major in Logistics
· 2 years of experience in Logistics and Transport coordination

· Experience in working with a humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage

Computer literate and with excellent knowledge in computer packages
Knowledge of Accountability to Affected Populations

Required Skills and Competences
· Must possess a valid BCE driving license and have a valid PSV license
· Must have good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective work relations at all levels
Strong people management and leadership skills
Eminent communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and priorities
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision
Ability to work in a demanding and high-pressured environment.
Skills in budgeting and budget tracking.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: using the position as subject of email.

Apply via :

hias.hrmdirect.com