Logistics Officer-FHI360 عودة إلى الفرص

FHI 360 (www.fhi360.org) is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Job Summary:

Responsible for, and accountable for, the delivery of all logistics related activities in accordance with the organization’s logistics policies and procedures.  Establishes all operational aspects to support project delivery in resource-scarce and highly insecure environments. Leads operational country-assessments, including supply chain management, purchasing, facilities, and fleet management. Will be responsible for developing and standardizing operations processes and systems in accordance with home office guidance and directives.  Collaborates with colleagues across departments to identify system needs, process bottlenecks, and to develop unique solutions to enable more timely, efficient, and accountable operations. Support preparedness planning across country programs, developing instructional material, facilitating training, and mentoring staff.

Accountabilities:

• Develop standard protocols for essential logistic processes, including procurement requisition, warehouse management, and commodity dispatch. Special emphasis to be placed on establishing international and in-country pharmaceutical and medical equipment supply-chains, including importation, handling, and dispatch to field.
• Identify, establish, and manage facilities, including office, residence, warehousing, and other critical infrastructure.
• Determine transportation requirements, secure transportation assets, and manage fleet allocation, including fuel, maintenance, and driver pool.
• Establish and maintain asset and inventory registry, including equipment allocation & maintenance, and dispose of assets in accordance with donor regulations.
• Ensure logistic are properly documented and fully adhere to United States Government (USG) export compliance as well as destination country importation & customs regulations and relevant protocols.
• Collaborate with HQ support departments to identify operations and administration process bottlenecks, and develop solutions appropriate for operations.
• Determine field operating costs allocated to logistics, including expense forecast and pipeline analysis.
• Identify staffing requirements and supervise logistics personnel while on deployment.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of humanitarian procurement, budgeting, and supply chain management best practices.
• Working proficiency with relevant USAID/OFDA policies and regulations.
• Working knowledge of managing security protocols for both staff and supplies.
• Capable negotiator, with significant and geographically varied experience establishing contracts, managing vendors, and ensuring products/services are delivered per specifications.
• Knowledge of international donor procurement regulations and United Nations (UN) coordination experience essential; expertise with fraud detection and investigation techniques necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of diverse scope that require analysis or interpretation of various factors.
• Exercises judgment within selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
• Builds productive working relationships with internal and external staff.
• Decision may affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Supervises drivers, Cleaning staff and logistics assistants.
• Receives methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.
• May provide guidance to other lower level personnel.
• Reports to Country Facilities Manager.