Goal Kenya Jobs: Senior Logistics Officer

Job Title: Senior Logistics Officer
Reports to: Logistics Coordinator
Supervises: Mechanic, and Nairobi-Based Drivers

Under the general supervision of the Logistics Coordinator, the Senior Logistics Officer will be responsible for management of transport, warehouse, and assets and will ensure timely and quality support in these areas is offered to GOAL Kenya Head Office Nairobi.
Specific Duties

  • Ensure that GOAL assets are received, coded and registered in the fixed assets register and ensure disposal of GOAL assets is carried out according to GOAL and specific donor rules;
  • Manage the GOAL fleet to ensure that transport needs are met in a timely manner and also ensure cost efficient use of GOAL vehicles. The incumbent will also ensure that GOAL vehicles are well maintained and comply with statutory requirements at all times;
  • Manage the GOAL mechanic and all GOAL drivers to ensure that they perform their duties as required;
  • Submit periodic reports to the Logistics Coordinator as required in accordance with the GOAL Logistics Manual.
Requirements:
  • At least five years work experience as a logistician with an international NGO, two of which should be at a senior level;
  • A degree in logistics, mathematics, business, or related field;
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate, train and develop staff;
  • Extensive experience in transport management, warehousing and operations planning;
  • Technical expertise in one or more of the following desirable: Procurement, Warehousing, Mechanical engineering.
For a complete job description, post requirements and application process, please send a blank email to logs-applications@goalkenya.org.

The deadline for receiving applications is 16th July 2010 at 5.00 pm.

GOAL is an equal opportunity employer

Qualified male and female applicants are encouraged to apply.