Global Logistics Manager
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Date Posted | May 21, 2020 |
| Category |
Administration
Logistics Management NGO |
| Job Type |
Contract
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| Currency | UGX |
Description
Organisation Description
Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. (www.thejohanniter.org) is a German Christian non-governmental organisation, dedicated to excellence in the field of first aid, ambulance service, social service programmes and other projects in the medical and social field. The Federal Headquarters are based in Berlin, Germany. Johanniter International Assistance is the operational unit for humanitarian aid, development co-operation and emergency relief, implementing and supporting projects in Health, Nutrition, WaSH as well as Food Security & Income Generation worldwide.
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Job Location **Kampala, Uganda, with frequent travel to project locations
Interviews are scheduled 18 – 25 June 2020
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Overall job purpose
The Global Logistics Manager - Global Support Unit will be responsible for leading and controlling strategic and operational logistics topics across all Johanniter Project Countries. S/He will be accountable to ensure that the organizational logistics strategy is delivered through a new global support operating model which complies with Johanniter Logistics Environments guidance and organizational overall objectives. S/He will provide guidance and support to the country offices’ logistics teams and Johanniter partner organisations, through training in order to empower them to perform and comply in a more accountable manner toward beneficiaries and donors.
Reporting lines
Reporting to: Head of Global Support Unit (First level disciplinary supervisor)
Head of Logistics and Disaster Response – HQ Berlin (First level technical supervisor)
Supervising: National Logistics Staff working in Global Support Unit
Receives technical advice from:
Gives technical advice to: Head of Missions and international/national Logistics Staff in Country Offices
Standing in for: Senior Finance Manager – Global Support Unit
Represented by: Senior Finance Manager - Global Support Unit
Tasks
Logistical Management & Reporting
Implementation of new Global Logistics Management and Reporting Structures, with full involvement of all key stakeholders
Work closely with HQ logistics desk and Country Offices to improve logistical systems and processes in project countries
Assist in introducing change and effective standardisation, where requested, as part of the global improvement to provide timely and appropriate logistical information to HQ and Country Offices
Provide technical support and guidance to Country Offices and partner organisations
Provide feedback to Country Offices and HQ regarding procurement processes and quality of documentation
Responsible for review of documentation for procurements, inventory, insurance and asset management of goods and services (second level control)
Responsible to ensure that procurement reviews are performed on a global scale in close cooperation with the finance department of the Global Support Unit
Assist Country Offices with the review of all logistics documents with main emphasis on procurement documentation and donor requirements (e.g. Note concerning procurement)
Skills
Solid understanding of logistics processes
Proven experience in delivering trainings for logistics and non-logistics staff
High degree of computer literacy
Fluency in English , orally and in writing
Understanding of humanitarian programming
Knowledge of French and Spanish is an asset
Ability to lead, manage and supervise multi-cultural staff in multiple and remote locations
Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing, with the ability to present logistical matters to all stakeholders including non-logistical managers.
Knowledge and experience of modern approaches regarding didactics and methodology for performing trainings
Self-motivated and ability to adapt to new situations and needs.
Ability to work in a team and motivate colleagues and staff of partner organisations
Analytical skills, attention to detail and organisational skills
Experience Requirements
A minimum 3-5 years logistical/ procurement experience, with at least one year in a managerial position at a NGO)
Knowledge of NGO donors and their procurement documentation requirements (e.g. AA, BMZ)
Experience in working with partner organisations (Capacity development)
Experience of conforming with external donor and statutory compliance requirement
Education Requirements
Relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university (preferably in Logistics/Procurement.
Applying Instructions
Please note: This Job Description is dynamic and can be adapted. The employee is obliged, apart from the above cited tasks, to fulfil - on demand by his/her supervisor – other tasks that belong by its character to his post or are necessary due to operational needs.
It is the employee’s responsibility to safeguard those who are in contact with our organisa-tion and to exemplify the highest standard of ethical behaviour regardless of the race, reli-gious belief or nationality. This includes the employee’s responsibility to promote appropri-ate behaviours and to report any inappropriate behaviour that could potentially harm those in our organisation’s care and that could damage the reputation of Johanniter.
Please note that this is a local position for Ugandan nationals or foreigners with a work permit.
Applicants should include a cover letter and detailed CV address to
Head of GSU Johanniter International Assistance,
Lubbobo Close,
Plot no 4463,
block 244 Kisugu Muyenga.
All appli-cations to be sent by email to
sylvia.meya@thejohanniter.org
Only electronic applications will be considered and short- listed candidates only will be contacted.