Lutheran World Federation Kenya- Somalia, Kakuma Program is seeking to recruit a National staff for the following position;
Supply Chain Officer
JOB SUMMARY
The job holder is
responsible for implementing procurement, transport, storage and inventory
management activities for LWF Kakuma project in line with organizational
policies and standards.
Duties &
Responsibilities
- Managing
all logistical aspects of the project, namely procurement, transport,
stores, assets, properties, compound based on LWF/DWS policies and
guidelines.
- Develop
and implement the procurement plans ensuring project proposals and budgets
reflect optimal logistical considerations.
- Manage
and maintain the procurement and logistics database.
- Enhance
the control systems in procurement, transport, stores, by conducting
regular and timely checks and inspections.
- Maintain
effective relationships with team members, agencies, partners and other
stakeholders to ensure business optimization and continuity.
- Prepare
timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual reports to
aid in management decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in supply chain management, procurement, logistics or related field.
- Minimum
7 years of relevant working experience
- Professional
certifications from KISM and/or CIPS.
Competences
- Working
knowledge of Project Management Cycle .
- Excellent
communication, organization and presentation skills.
- Good
analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability
to work independently with guidelines and clear expectations.
- Proficiency
in MS Word, Excel and other related programs.
- Ability
to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work
place.
- Report
writing skills.
A person of high integrity
that will model LWF/WS Kenya Somali Program core values:
- Dignity
and justice
- Compassion
and commitment
- Respect
for diversity
- Inclusion
and participation
- Transparency
and accountability
How to Apply
Our recruitment and
selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of
abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Disclosure: The LWF participates
in the Inter-Agency
Misconduct Disclosure Scheme developed by the Steering Committee for
Humanitarian Response, which requires LWF to conduct reference
checks with prior employers including questions about employee misconduct. By
proceeding with this job application, you consent to LWF requesting a Statement
of Conduct from previous employers. This Statement of Conduct is requested from
previous employers for all candidates for employment and provided to all
employers that request it from LWF.
The closing date for this
application is 24th January 2023.
Contract
Duration: Annual Fixed Term, with possibility of renewal.
Position is open to Kenya
Nationals only.
