The PMI AIRS Kenya Project
seeks candidates for the USAID - funded PMI AIRS (Africa Indoor Residual
Spraying 2) Project to be implemented in six sub counties (Rongo, Awendo,
Uriri, Suna East, Suna West and Nyatike) in Migori, Kenya in the following
positions:
Job title: Logistics Assistant
Supervisor: County Coordinator
Location: Migori County,
Kenya
The Project: The USAID-funded PMI AIRS (Africa Indoor
Residual Spraying 2) Project led by Abt Associates supports the President’s
Malaria Initiative (PMI), as well as USAID Missions and Bureaus
with malaria programs outside
the PMI focus countries, in planning and implementing IRS programs with the
overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria in Africa by enhancing USAID’s
ability to implement IRS programs on the ground through cost-effective
commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise,
and implementation of IRS in countries affected by malaria.
The PMI AIRS Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.
The PMI AIRS Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.
Role Profile
Purpose of the Job: Under the supervision
of the County Coordinator, support the purchase and distribution of supplies
and commodities for the project besides ensuring efficient logistics support
services to County Operation sites stores besides supervising Storekeeper.
Programme support:
Programme support:
- Provides
logistical support for project activities, including spray
operations, transport, events such as workshops and meetings, etc.
- Assists in
managing the inventory, storage and timely disposal of used and
irreparable materials, under the direction of the Program & Logistics
Coordinator
- Ensure vehicle
daily use sheet is completed accurately by drivers.
- Ensuring
regular follow up of the hired project vehicles in the filed plan for any
requirement for programme activities in liaison with the County
Coordinator and Program & Logistics Coordinator.
- Oversee the
collection of used bottles of chemical and PPEs and ensure sorting and
storage of same in County central stores.
- Plan and
organize daily and weekly projections of logistics needs and movement.
- Ensure regular
restocking of insecticides and other materials is done on time and before
stock runs out.
Required qualifications and
Experience:
- Minimum
Vocational training in logistics, procurement, supplies and management.
- At least 2
years plus 6 months supervisory experience in handling basic Logistic and
procurement issues in an established organization.
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
- Additional
professional training in procurement and logistics management preferred.
- Knowledge of
USAID procurement rules and regulations a plus.
- Demonstrated
experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications including Excel, Word
and Power Point preferred.
- Ability to
understand and interpret policies and procedures as well as the ability to
apply them with consistency in a variety of circumstances.
- Good
communication skills including spoken and written English and Kiswahili is
preferred.
- Ability to work
as part of a team.
- Willingness and
flexibility to work long hours.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and CV to airskenyainfo@africairs.net with the title of the position being applied in e-mail subject line e.g. “Community Mobilization/IEC Assistant” and specify location/ward preferred of by COB Friday, December 12th, 2016.
Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and CV to airskenyainfo@africairs.net with the title of the position being applied in e-mail subject line e.g. “Community Mobilization/IEC Assistant” and specify location/ward preferred of by COB Friday, December 12th, 2016.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer: As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Abt Associates is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural work environment where our employees respect one another and share a commitment to our firm's values, mission, and strategies. Abt Associates Inc. provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, creed, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer: As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Abt Associates is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural work environment where our employees respect one another and share a commitment to our firm's values, mission, and strategies. Abt Associates Inc. provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, creed, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status.