Jobs Kenya

Job Field: Sector in Logistics

  • Fleet Manager

    Fleet Manager

    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
    The mission of WHO’s Emergencies Preparedness and Response program is to help countries, and to coordinate international action, to prevent, prepare for, detect, rapidly respond to, and recover from outbreaks and emergencies.
    WHO Fleet Services (WFS) objectives:
    Improve effectiveness by:

    Ensuring transport availability, and effective relationships with with rental vehicle providers.
    Reduce transportation-related costs through:
    Studying cost-effective vehicle acquisition and recommending procurement options.
    Timely replacement of WHO vehicles.
    Timely preventive maintenance of all WHO vehicles.
    Realizing optimal disposal revenue from all vehicles.
    Reduce negative effects associated with road transport.
    Enhanced safety for WHO personnel and other road users.
    Reduced environmental impact through lower emissions.
    Recruit qualified and experienced drivers.

    PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
    In the context of the WHO Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response (EPR), at the hub level, the Fleet Manager is responsible for the provision of a well-rounded Fleet Management Service that enables WHO to successfully implement a rapid, fully functional emergency operation. This includes providing the Organization with the tactical means to perform its mission in the best possible conditions, organizing all requirements for transporting staff, guests and visitors, managing vehicles, and setting up appropriate and responsive staff transport programs. The incumbent may be deployed to emergency operations when required.
    SUMMARY OF ASSIGNED DUTIES
    Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following duties:

    Coordinate and arrange all vehicle transport requirements daily for staff, visiting WHO managers and guests, ensuring timely delivery, and applying rental options when authorized.
     Improve the end-to-end lifecycle for the WHO vehicle fleet, from supporting specification definition through purchasing to the delivery, maintenance, fuel management, and disposal.
    Monitoring fleet KPIs and performance.
    Produce and disseminate reports and information related to fleet management in a timely manner, analyze stock data, forecast, and prepare orders for spare parts, tires, and materials required for the operations.
    Ensure that all vehicles are well maintained and monitor preventive maintenance schedules in collaboration with manufacturers.
    Prepare a Response Plan with a corresponding budget (the plan may include a vehicle disposal /replacement plan).
    Ensure that all vehicles (rental & owned) are properly registered and have a Third-Party Liability (TPL) insurance according to the WHO policy.
    In collaboration with the HR Unit, identify and contract drivers, mechanics, and other support staff required for the smooth running of the fleet and deliveries. Assign duties, manage, and supervise staff and non-staff within the unit.
    Ensuring that all WHO drivers (staff & rental) are qualified and fit to drive the vehicle they are assigned.
    Monitor and track to ensure that fleet data, such as maintenance and fuel data, is captured in the fleet management systems.
    Maintain information related to maintenance and vehicle specifications in TRACPOINT.
    Identify quality garages, fuel, and rental service providers, support the establishment of procurement contracts, establish quality control mechanisms, undertake performance reviews on a regular basis. Manage and ensure that maintenance has taken place and validate the invoices.
    Ensure proper documentation, filing, and compilation of the repairs and maintenance done when releasing a vehicle for use.
    Ensure deployment and installation of technical equipment linked to the WHO automotive Fleet (e.g., Teramar / Tracpoint System), etc.
    Ensure appropriate registration and licensing of the vehicle fleet.
    Develop and maintain a database of service providers, ensure excellence in the delivery of services, prepare assessment reports, and ensure timely renewal of contracts and insurance policies.
    Contribute to OSL SITREP with Fleet components, as required.
    Performs any other related duties as required by the supervisor.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
    Essential:

    A first university degree in transport, logistics operations management, mechanical engineering, or a related field from an accredited/recognized institution.

    Desirable

    Professional certification/qualification in fleet management and areas such as transport, distribution, and supply chain management. Degree or training in information management systems and their application to logistics, transport, or supply management and monitoring.

    EXPERIENCE
    Essential:

    At least five (5) years of related experience and exposure, at national and international levels, in fleet management in international organizations/ institutions and/or managing emergency logistics operations.

    Desirable

    Prior working experience with WHO, UN agencies, health-cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations, or an international non-governmental organization.
    Experience or knowledge of import/export and customs administration.

    FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

    Excellent analytical skills with the ability to manage people and activities and multitask.
    Excellent skills and knowledge in Fleet Engineering, Logistics Management, and Emergency Operations.
    Working under pressure. 
    Excellent organizational skills with strong problem-solving skills
    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate with and convince officials with tact and diplomacy.
    Ability to write clear and concise manner and to present information to achieve desired results.
    Knowledge or understanding of WHO mandate and goals in the emergency incident management context

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    careers.who.int

  • China – Kenya Trade Lane Development Manager – Airfreight Business Development Manager – Fairs ,Projects & Renewables

    China – Kenya Trade Lane Development Manager – Airfreight Business Development Manager – Fairs ,Projects & Renewables

    Main Tasks and Accountabilities:

    Strategic ‘driver’ of the trade lane business development; increase and generate trade lane specific business.
    Responsible for establishing bilateral partner agreements in alignment with Trade Lane Management and Product Management in both countries, set up tariffs and create transparency of economic figures e.g., sales, gross profit, result figures to facilitate business flow.
    Responsible for supporting country sales with route development related materials including but not limited to know-how pool (partner presentation, local rates, customs requirements etc.) and market knowledge (competitors, capacities, prices and (potential) clients).
    Responsible for account development on selected focus trade lane(s) by aligning on customer target lists and action plans, designing customer solutions relevant to the trade.
    Arrange joint calls and customer visits with Sales, operation, management personnel, as well as the overseas counterparts.
    Support global/regional tender projects and pricing request for major customers.
    Conduct RD sales campaigns (flyers, initiatives, rates) in alignment with TL partners and Marketing team; contribute to budget/target setting and drive trade lane campaigns.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor / Master’s degree or equivalent.
    5+ years business experience, mainly in the international logistics / transportation field, with strong key account management and business development exposure.
    Very good command of English language (verbal/written); Chinese Language is of advantage
    Proven record of successful business development with multinational companies.
    Detailed knowledge of logistic services, supply chain management and solution design for freight and logistics services in relevant industry segments.
    High degree of work flexibility and willingness to travel

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  • Logistics Officer (Food Systems Coordinator)

    Logistics Officer (Food Systems Coordinator)

    JOB PURPOSE
    Within the food system types (traditional, mixed and modern) and food supply chains, articulate a regional SC food system framework of interventions, identifying strategic priorities and actions/entry points for SC/Logistics impact in FS transformation, aligned with the Regional Food System Strategy (and Local and Regional Procurement policy). Pursue regional opportunities for SC contributions to FS transformation, TMEA partnership and support CO SC teams in the same, ensuring evidence generation and partnership engagement.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Reporting to the Regional Head of Logistics and working in close collaboration with RBN Procurement, Programme, Innovations and Country Office focal points, the profile will be responsible for the following:
    Food System (FS)

    Analyze food system contexts with focus on SC/logistics costs and performance and in consultation with relevant stakeholders, propose a supply chain food system plan or framework for interventions, aligned with the overall Regional Food Systems Strategy, identifying key challenges, opportunities, and core themes, and developing and maintaining a dynamic portfolio of interventions.
    Foster productive regional partnerships with key stakeholders including private sector, academia and EAC to share knowledge and undertake impactful interventions.
    Develop training contents and ensure all Country Offices and other external partners (if required) are trained.
    Prepare and facilitate consultations with internal and external partners and stakeholders to collect information and identify potential needs to carry out supply chain or value chain analysis/assessments.
    Conduct needs assessments and gap analysis exercises aimed at strengthening national supply chain systems, transport management and food value chains. Pursue innovative approaches to address important supply chain constraints in food systems. Areas of focus will include: (i) Improved availability of quality nutritious foods and linkage to demand; (ii) Competitive supply chains; (iii) Loss/Waste reduction; (iv) Increased resilience to shocks. Incorporate gender perspectives as appropriate and in consultation with Programme. Assist in resource mobilization and plan, manage and monitor resources to maximize effectiveness.
    Support CO SC in the implementation of food system and market development interventions as part of their Country Strategy Plans (CSPs), identifying solutions to food system constraints identified and facilitate initiatives that strengthen efficiency in food system supply chains.
    Conduct needs assessments and gap analysis exercises aimed at strengthening national supply chain systems, transport management and food value chains
    Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain plans and procedures, in line with the global WFP supply chain strategy and regional/functional strategies, policies and plans, to achieve operational cost efficiency, agility, reliability, quality and to support countries’ capacity strengthening
    Ensure the development of a metric that focuses on measuring the impact of FS SC interventions as part of enhancing efficiency, effectiveness and resilience in food systems supply chains.
    Work with M&E and other units to facilitate the studies on evidence generation of WFP SC impact on strengthening food systems (along the 4 areas of focus listed above).

    Cash Based Transfer (CBT)

    Identify and Strengthen linkages between cross functional stakeholders so that they can independently connect supply to markets, manage food systems and deliver food assistance to those in need
    Review and provide input into Country Strategic Plans (CSPs) on the positioning of SC leading role in market operations.
    Provide advice to Country Office (CO) Heads of Supply Chain on why and how to ensure an increasingly impactful role of SC in market development.
    Advise supply chain teams in the region, providing required expertise and ensuring cross functional coordination to facilitate quality market assessments.
    Identification of inefficiencies and opportunities for effective market strengthening, and operational plans and resourcing.

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education:

     Post graduate university degree in supply chain management, Economics, Logistics, food systems, agriculture, environmental sciences or related fields, or First University degree with additional 7 years of related work experience.

    Experience:

    Minimum of 7 years’ experience working in trade and or logistics (food related), development and /or humanitarian action.
    Experience working in a multicultural and fast-paced environment is beneficial.

    Knowledge & Skills:

    Excellent project management skills and experience.
    Good understanding of food systems and supply chains, and how climate risks and other shocks affect these.
    Strong network of relevant contacts (regional trade entities, private sector, academia, government authorities etc.)
    Understanding of WFP operations in the region is an advantage.
    Prior experience and expertise in any of the following areas is an advantage: value chain analysis and smallholder agriculture, business development services / SMSEs and SC financing, procurement & logistics, regional trade (food) and related private sector.
    Experience in overseeing studies, evaluations and assessments.
    Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, ability to work in a team and to communicate clearly and diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
    Ability to plan and organize his/her work independently, proactive and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results.

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  • Field Operations Team Leader (Nakuru) Store Clerk (Nakuru) Store Clerk (Nairobi)

    Field Operations Team Leader (Nakuru) Store Clerk (Nakuru) Store Clerk (Nairobi)

    Responsibilities

    Coordinate with the quality team and our fuel partner(VEK) to ensure stock availability at the stations.
    Report, escalate and follow up on all field, hardware and software related incidents.
    Provide feedback on the KOKO technology used by the operators and identify areas of improvement.
    Monitor in conjunction with the fleet team the performance of company owned Micro tankers.
    Lead and Mentor operators and assistants on existing technology improvements, KOKO maintenance activities, quality, safety and incident management.
    Supervise the roll out of new last mile hardware; stations and micro tankers.

    Requirements

    Minimum higher Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations or engineering related field.
    1+ year of hands-on experience in an operations environment.
    Ability to adapt in a highly technological environment – highly proficient with android smartphone technology.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills.
    Excellent knowledge and use of google sheets or Microsoft office.
    Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment.
    A good understanding of the basic traffic rules.
    A good understanding of HSSE procedures in the petroleum industry will be an added advantage.

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  • Office Messenger (Driver & Rider) & Store Assistant

    Office Messenger (Driver & Rider) & Store Assistant

    JOB PROFILE
    Position Summary

    To ensure efficient and effective organization and coordination of day-to-day delivery good/items and transportation of office staffs.
    To provide Assistance in stock management.

    Office Messenger (Driver & Rider)Job Responsibilities

    Highly skilled in picking up and delivering items to their ultimate destinations
    Track record of verifying delivery information, for instance names, addresses, and contact numbers
    Competent at planning and following the most resourceful routes for delivery
    Proven record of collecting essential payments and signatures from customers
    Ability to record package delivery information, for example time of delivery and recipient’s name
    Profound ability to communicate verbally with customers in a professional manner
    Able to complete paperwork accurately and completely
    Dedicated and meticulous – high level of accuracy and attention to detail
    Schedule for motor vehicle service and repair.
    Ensure Vehicle daily check is filled up accurately and signed.
    Ensure compliance of vehicles with Insurance, Parking licenses & inspection.
    Ensure well cleaned vehicles.
    Assist in office cleaning and store arrangement.

    Office Assistant Responsibilities

    Assist supply chain manager in store arrangement
    Facilitate collection of stocks form suppliers
    Loading of cargo into stores
    Documentation for stock movements
    Cleaning of office on given areas

    Requirements for the Office Messenger (Driver & Rider)Job

    Must have a valid Driving License and Good Conduct.
    Experience of working for a corporate/company as a rider or Driver.
    Experience riding or driving in Nairobi.
    Good geographical knowledge of Nairobi and its environs.
    Good integrity and client handling skills.
    Must be able to perform any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

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

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    careers@motionindustrials.com

  • Head of Road Logistics and Customs Brokerage – East Africa

    Head of Road Logistics and Customs Brokerage – East Africa

    Business and Product Development:

    Develops and executes a growth strategy for eastern Africa.
    Drives business development with own and shared sales resources.
    Promotes customer relations, acquires new business, develops existing client base and leads the account management.
    Directs the business development process (tender analysis, solution design, costing and service offering).
    Creates and executes investment plans in line with the commercial targets for additional facilities and resources.
    Launch a strong carrier management program enabling business development
    Implement proprietary technology and levers tech to gain competitive advantage

    Operational Excellence:

    Manages and continually improves Road Logistics operations by implementing standard processes, IT applications and Operational control systems.
    Manage operational activities of the department, including staffing issues, evaluation and preparation of the yearly budget.

    Control of Financial Results:

    Creates and monitors annual budget, initiates corrective action in case of deviation
    Prepares and moderates monthly business reviews with regional and national stakeholders.

    Human Resources:

    Selects, recruits and continuously reviews the performance of staff
    Promotes the development of talent and initiates business unit specific education and training

    QSHE:

    Support and coordinate the implementation of QSHE system within business unit and assure QSHE Management systems effectiveness and consistent in regular activities of the company

    Qualifications & Experience:

    10+ Years’ experience in Logistics & Transportation, preferably gained in a 3PL or competitive services environment.
    Senior Level business development experience in logistics industry.
    Leadership responsibility in direct and indirect reporting structures
    Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts on internal and external board level.
    Strategic vision: ability to see the “big picture”, grasp its complexity and develop vision of new business opportunities and processes.
    Proven Success in building competitive and sustainable solutions.

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  • Clearing and Forwarding Clerk

    Clearing and Forwarding Clerk

    Qualification and experience:

    Diploma Clearing & Forwarding from a recognized institution.
    ICMS Certificate from KRA training institute.
    At least 3 years of experience in handling customs documentation and procedures.
    Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner.

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