Logistics Assistant Vacancy in Mombasa Kenya (February 2012)

Posted by Jobs Kenyan | January 31, 2012 | Logistics Jobs in Kenya

Vacancy No.:IOM/008/12
Position Title: Logistics Assistant
Classification: Grade G5/01 at 50% work time
Duty Station: Mombasa, Kenya
Type of Appointment: 6 months – Special Short Term contract with possibility of extension
General Functions:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission for Somalia (a.i.) and under the direct supervision of the MAPS Project Manager, under the technical supervision of the Procurement and Logistics Officer in Nairobi and in close coordination with the MAPS Logistics Consultant, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for monitoring, reporting and advising local contractors on all aspects relating to the import and export of the Sorghum.
This will include but is not limited to arrears relating to the arrival of the vessel from the US, warehousing and exporting to Mogadishu.
The Logistics Assistant will be based in Mombasa at IOM’s Clearing and Forwarding Agent’s premises and will be the principal monitor of shipping activities, with the overall responsibility of ensuring that the Sorghum is received, handled, and forwarded in the most efficient manner possible, with minimal losses at each stage of the process.

Support the Logistics Consultant in respect to all aspects of receiving, storing, and trans shipping IOM’s FFP commodities at the port of Mombasa.
Monitor and report on all vessel discharges in the port of Mombasa.
Monitor receipt and warehousing of the sorghum in Mombasa.
Report on any and all losses of the sorghum in Mombasa.
Monitor and report on commodity storage and perform weekly checks on inventory and potential infestation issues.
Monitor and report on all dispatches from Mombasa to Mogadishu.
Maintain files on all receipts, losses and dispatches, and ensure that copies are sent to the Finance Assistant for Commodity Accounting in Nairobi.
Liaise with IOM’s appointed clearing and forwarding agent and surveyor to insure timely commodity receipts and dispatches.
Maintain close communication with Nairobi and Mogadishu staff to ensure information is disseminated in a clear, accurate and professional manner.
Keep track of program related expenses in Mombasa and submit timely claims to the Senior Finance Assistant in Nairobi.
Perform other duties as maybe assigned from time to time.

Desirable Qualifications:

· Advanced diploma in a logistics/shipping related field or an equivalent combination of related education, training and professional experience;

· five years’ professional experience in grains inventory, logistics and warehouse operations, or an equivalent period of training and professional experience;

· significant reporting and database and/or systems analysis experience required;

· previous experience in large-scale commodity management and sea port operations;

· Excellent communication and writing skills; ability to analyze complex problems and to prepare clear and concise reports;

· high level of computer literacy;

· ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, high degree of sensitivity toward other cultures and dedication to the promotion of inter-ethnic cooperation, peace-building and tolerance; demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity;

· personal commitment, drive for results, and adaptability in the workplace;

· ability to work long hours under difficult conditions while maintaining security awareness;

Languages

· Fluency in English, both written and spoken; fluency in Swahili is an advantage.

How to apply:
Mode of Application:
Submit Cover Letter and CV including daytime telephone and email address to:
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human Resources Department,
PO Box 55040-00200 Nairobi
or send by email to hrnairobi@iom.int
Closing Date: 08th February 2012

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