MEDAIR is a Christian humanitarian international NGO founded in 1988, with its HQ in Switzerland. MEDAIR’s mission is to respond to human suffering in emergency and disaster situations by implementing multi-sectoral relief and rehabilitation projects, in a compassionate and serving attitude inspired by its Christian ethos.
The organization’s consistent focus ensures maximum efficiency and accountability, with ISO 9001:2000 certification worldwide. Medair’s unswerving commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable
Medair International (South Sudan Program) is seeking a high caliber individual for the position of Logistics Assistant – Warehousing & Shipping based in Nairobi.
Main ResponsibilitiesThe organization’s consistent focus ensures maximum efficiency and accountability, with ISO 9001:2000 certification worldwide. Medair’s unswerving commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable
Medair International (South Sudan Program) is seeking a high caliber individual for the position of Logistics Assistant – Warehousing & Shipping based in Nairobi.
1. Receiving goods
- Receiving and signing of all deliveries at the Medair Warehouse.
- Ensure quality of goods supplied are according to Medair Specifications.
2. Shipping
- Shipping goods cost effectively within agreed time limits to South Sudan
- Responsible for preparing & signing waybills for all shipment and ensuring proper documentation for all shipments
- Following up with shippers regarding the status of the cargo
- Following up with receiver of goods to make sure goods arrive on time and in good condition
3. Warehousing
- Responsible for accurate and orderly warehousing and related record-keeping
- Conducting regular warehouse audits
4. Maintenance
- Facilities maintenance and asset tracking
- Ensuring vehicles and equipment are in good working order
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies
- Higher Diploma in Logistics/Supply chain Management or related field
- MS Office Proficient
- Experience in humanitarian logistics or similar job desirable
- High adaptability to people and tasks
- Enthusiastic, energetic, systematic, organized and work process oriented
- Work with minimal supervision, positive team attitude and enjoys problem solving
- A valid driving license is mandatory.
To be eligible, your application must include:
- A résumé (CV) including names and full contact details of three referees who may be contacted if required.
- Cover letter describing how you consider yourself suitable against each of the main responsibilities.
Subject : Logisitics Assistant – Warehousing & Shipping
Application deadline: 14th January 2011
Only short listed candidates will be contacted, therefore be certain your contact details are clear and complete. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidentiality and fairness.
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