21 Logistics/Supply Chain jobs

// BBC Media Action Vacancy in Ethiopia   BBC Media Action uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. To achieve this, the BBC Media Action partners with civil society, local media and governments to:  Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats, based on robust research, which inform and engage audiences around key development issues.  Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure. BBC Media Action delivers a portfolio of media projects in Ethiopia. It seeks to expand this portfolio of work, but also ensure that existing projects are delivered to time, to budget and to the highest standards, and in accordance with BBC editorial values as well as Media Action methodologies. Overall Purpose of Job Reporting to the Country Director, the Logistic and IT Officer is responsible for oversight, maintenance, and strategic use of BBC Media Action physical assets and properties. This includes all logistics, repairs, and other upkeep related to office premises (including management of utilities and IT infrastructure), vehicles, generator, and other equipment. It also includes supporting the Country Director to make decisions about, allocation, and management of properties and assets. Main Duties  Assets and Property Management 1. Keep or maintain an up-to-date fixed asset register for all valuable properties 2. Confirm that all BBC fixed assets have insurance coverage, lists are updated periodically and communicated to the insurer, all insurance related documents filed properly, claims filed and settled accordingly, and the insurance contract renewed on time. 3. Monitor the identification of leases/properties for expatriate staff and negotiating terms. 4. Timely work on the accessibilities and availability of utilities, completion of office maintenance, delivery of staff supports and other queries 5. Oversee the provision of adequate services for office and other rental and maintenance. ICT Infrastructures 1. Liaise with the Information Systems and relevant offices in BBC Media Action London and seek advice on different IT related issues when required. 2. Serve as a focal person for all local and HQ queries relating to IT. 3. Support the procurement of IT equipment (e.g. printers and computers), drawing up specifications for quotes, researching and obtaining quotes, and assisting in the procurement analysis exercise. 4. Lead on ensuring each work station is effectively connected and functioning according to the IT needs BBCMA staffs. 5. Maintain all computers and equipment that could be maintained internally. Liaise with external suppliers for computers that require external maintenance. 6. Supervise the installation of all computer software and hardware. 7. Administrator the Local Area Network. 8. Maintain and administer shared drives. 9. Follow up the proper use of fixed phone lines, provision of mobiles for expats and visitors, airtimes or monthly allowances for SMT members and business versus private uses. 10. Administer and monitor the MS Outlook software, including staff address creation, common address creation, terminated staffs address denial or deletion, service quality and functionality status. 11. Maintain data and software backups regularly. 12. Ensure confidential data are filed in a much secured manner with limited and authorized access only as well as design and apply appropriate mechanisms for protecting organizational data from unauthorized users or harmful persons. 13. Maintain and ensure the proper application of copyrights for software and all BBCMA staffs compliances Logistics and Transport Management 1. Allocation of transport resources (taxi or office cars) for trips in Addis Ababa 2. The vehicles rental process for field trips. 3. Ensure the proper identification and creation of lasting work relationships with taxi and other vehicle suppliers. 4. Process payments for services Safety and Security 1. Manage relationships with appropriate sources of security information and advice, including the High Risk team in London and UNDSS in Ethiopia. 2. Oversee implementation of risk assessment practices for all office travel 3. Keep safety equipment updated and in good working order 4. Ensure that complete and accurate safety and security data are gathered, analyzed communicated and used efficiently and effectively. 5. Advise SMT on key security decisions, as needed. Employment Type: 3 months contract (Probation Period) with possibility of extension up to a year Job Requirements : Required skills, knowledge and experience: Strong experience of managing properties or assets in Ethiopian office environment, with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience establishing and maintaining IT services and systems for an Ethiopian office environment. Proven management skills and the ability to operate effectively with middle management teams. Proven experience in procurement-related functions, with evidence of overseeing procurement processes in transparent and efficient ways. Fluency in English and Amharic. Relevant higher education (at least B.A Degree holder) preferably in IT, business management, Management and Public Relation, or other relevant educational background. High level computer and internet skills. Some experience of media work highly desirable. Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. Commitment to the aims and objectives of BBC Media Action Key competencies: The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies. Managing relationships and team work: able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team. Values individual's differences and demonstrates a commitment to knowledge sharing and informal learning, for the benefit of the team. Planning and Organisation: Is able to think ahead in order to establish an efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources requirements. Strategic thinking: Able to identify a vision and create plans for implementation of that vision to meet the end goal. Evaluates situations, decisions, and issues in the short, medium and long-term. Resilience: Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing own emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Can demonstrate an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy. Communication: The ability to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. Influencing and Persuading: Ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change. Developing others: is able to recognise the potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise) and is willing to foster the development of that potential. Creates a climate in which potential can be realised. Change Management: Able to understand and anticipate the need for change and to build frameworks for planning and managing the continuous process of change. How To Apply:   Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should ONLY send cover letter and CV with three names of reference to  info@et.bbcmediaaction.org  before OR on March 29, 2019. Note: copies of transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters should not be included with your application. You will provide the documents upon request. Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. The BBC is an equal opportunity employer.

// Job Description Collaborate with direct reports and programming leads to run pipeline analyses, synchronize the supply of goods with programming needs, and ensure quality and efficiency of processes in compliance with CRS and donor regulations and international and local inventory accountability standards and requirements Manage the determination of logistics service requirements, desired specifications and delivery schedules, ensuring proper coordination and communication. Anticipate and identify potential or actual problems in the supply chain which may affect the short-term or long-term availability of individual goods and act to address those problems. Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports. Monitor and assess performance to ensure adequate capacity for successful support of high quality programming. Identify and assess transportation resources, storage facilities, leasing options, and any other logistics services.  Maintain and oversee relationships with port operations, freight forwarders, customs clearing agents and key suppliers. Participate in coordination meetings to ensure planning and coordination of supply chain management activities. Plan and manage the distribution chain from port of arrival to beneficiary distribution sites or disposal. Proactively mitigate security risks. Oversee and ensure the proper execution of the dispatch plan; work with programs staff to verify the dispatch plan’s adherence to the distribution plan.  Work with the Transport Officer and Warehouse Manager for efficient product movement. Ensure high-quality preparation of accurate and complete product movement reports. Create and maintain the proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for the sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to small deficiencies. Provide capacity strengthening guidance to staff and partners, which includes cross-departmental learning. Job Requirement Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or other relevant degree required. Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, other relevant Master’s strongly, or equivalent experience strongly preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus. Minimum of 3 years work experience in supply chain/logistics management, with progressive responsibility, preferably with relief supply chain management. Knowledge and experience with transportation, inventory management and distribution. Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment, including experience with designing and facilitating trainings. Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation and common customs regulations. Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio). Experience with commodity tracking systems is a plus. Strong planning, coordination, prioritization, and time management skills Strong analytical skills with ability to make independent judgment and decisions Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented Ability to work collaboratively and promote a team environment How To Apply   You should send  ONLY  your  application letter  and  up-to-date CV  via email address: ET_Job_Applications@global.crs.org  on / before the application deadline.  February 23, 2019 . Please write the  Position Title  you are applying for in the subject line of your email, and in your application letter.     You will be contacted only if selected for written exam/interview. Phone solicitations will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only.

// Job Title: Driver/Logistic Assistant The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) seeks to recruit Driver/Logistic Assistant is responsible for providing driving and administrative duties to assigned staff/guests of AGRA. The incumbent ensures highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol, communications and security issues. The incumbent will also demonstrate a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. The incumbent monitors the movement of personnel and deliveries, and also oversees the maintenance of AGRA office vehicles. incumbent assists in delivering a quality service through translation, logistics support, and team assistance as required. General : The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) founded in 2006, is an African-led African-based organization that seeks to catalyze Agriculture Transformation in Africa. AGRA is focused on putting smallholder farmers at the center of the continent’s growing economy by transforming agriculture from a solitary struggle to survive into farming as a business that thrives. As the sector that employs the majority of Africa’s people, nearly all of them small-scale farmers, AGRA recognizes that developing smallholder agriculture into a productive, efficient, and sustainable system is essential to ensuring food security, lifting millions out of poverty, and driving equitable growth across the continent. AGRA is rolling out a new 5-year strategy to catalyze and sustain an Inclusive Agricultural Transformation in Africa to increase incomes and improve food security for 30 million farmers. Under this strategy, AGRA will deliver through an approach that simultaneously catalyzes change at farmer level, strengthens input and output market systems and puts government at the center to enable and champion private-sector-led agricultural growth at national level.   Main duties & responsibilities:   Drive the vehicle assigned by AGRA for the transportation of staff, AGRA guests and other authorized personnel. Ensure vehicle is kept in good running condition and clean at all times through addressing minor repairs, making arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, water levels and car washing, vacuuming, dusting. Meet official and high ranking personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities, as required, with signage. Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc, and perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs. Deliver and collect mail, invitations, documents, supplies, bills or payments and other items as required. Ensure that all steps required by traffic rules and regulations are taken and adhered to, in case of involvement in an accident. Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle. Keep track of insurance and other tax formalities. Inform the Country Manager and Program Coordinator of any repairs required in a timely fashion. Ensure that the vehicles are always kept clean and in good working order pare of job cards, inspecting of vehicles and ensuring all vehicles are fully equipped with tools, first aid kits. Maintenance of Vehicles Support in the planning and monitoring of vehicle maintenance based on the vehicle producer’s recommendations. Support in planning, coordination of road travel and logistics. Communicate quickly and effectively with passengers and Program Coordinator and Country Manager. Translate as needed and required in field and site visits. Take photos of programming and events. Assist with branding, logistics and organization of AGRA and select partner events. Ensure additional duties and responsibilities assigned are effectively performed.   Minimum Requirements: Education:   High School Complete/Preparatory Certificate level 1. Experience:   2 years of relevant work experience plus technical training Skills: Ability to perform a variety of administrative, logistics and routine tasks and duties Ability to review data, identify and adjust discrepancies. Ability to handle a large volume of work possibly under time constraints Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations. Ability to operate and maintain a variety of computers, business machines and office equipment in order to provide efficient delivery of service. Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities. Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair. Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol. Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security systems, organizations and issues. Collects and compiles data with speed and accuracy identifying what is relevant and discarding what is not, records it in an accessible manner and maintains data bases. Thoroughly and methodically collects, verifies and records data demonstrating attention to detail and identifying and correcting errors on own initiative. Transmits file data; creates and generate queries, reports and documents utilizing databases, spreadsheets, communications and other software packages with speed and accuracy. Ability to produce accurate and well documented records conforming to the required standard. Planning, Organizing and Multi-Tasking.   Duty Station :                    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Position level :                  1C Minimum Base salary :  Birr 8,409 per month (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the selected candidate).   Terms of appointment :  This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal appointment, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits.  The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities.   Applications  Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: DLA/07/19  should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.comon or before  11 February 2019 . To find more about AGRA, visit our Website at www.agra.org. To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at https://www.ilri.org/ Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

// Diageo Ethiopia Vacancy, Job Title: Fleet and Facilities Manager Job Duties and Responsibilities: Supplier Performance Management Minimize risk to Diageo by ensuring robust contracts are in place, policy recommendations are made as appropriate to mitigate risk ahead of legislative or commercial arrangement changes being introduced Manage performance and effectiveness of suppliers to: deliver Fleet and business strategic objectives and ensure business needs are addressed in line with contractual obligations and agreed KPIs; embed standard way of working for all Fleet related activities across Europe; drive improvements in service levels across 15 countries within Europe determine, manage and improve budget performance for Fleet year on year deliver capital plans/opex plans to ensure workplaces are maintained in line with business objectives Ensure delivery issues are tracked and resolved promptly   Outstanding Relationship Management Develop and maintain trusted and productive relationships with stakeholders in the business and with suppliers Act as resolution point between the business and supplier/s on Fleet matters Deliver effective stakeholder sessions where ideas for improvement are proposed to deliver improved services and costs Governance, Performance Measurement & Reporting   Partner with policy and standards team and suppliers to embed standard way of working for all Fleet related activities Responsible for ensuring suppliers comply with processes and requirements set by central CRES policy and standards team, in particular embedding standards that support Diageo culture and health and safety policies. Collect, maintain and leverage data to inform and enable decision making Monthly charge out process reporting for UK & ROI and Irish Benefit in Kind Submissions and bespoke system report writing for DBSC, Group Tax, Reward, First Point, Procurement and Fleet Manager (interim until full outsourcing complete) Manage FM Employee and/or Supplier Performance Manage service performance and effectiveness of employees and/or suppliers to ensure business needs addressed and against contractual obligations and agreed KPIs Implement and monitor continuous improvement programme and identify ways of adding value to existing and planned FM services Understand, manage and improve budget performance for facilities year on year Deliver capital plans / opex plans to ensure workplaces are maintained in line with business objectives Ensure delivery issues are tracked and resolved promptly Job Requirements: Qualifications and Experience Required BA degree in relevant field of study and a minimum of 5 years relevant Fleet experience Experience in formulation & execution of Fleet strategy Proven track record in change / project management Strong interpersonal and communication skills Computer literacy skills are essential Ability to multi-task and good time management skills Highly self-motivated, team player In depth knowledge of BIK legislation (ROI & UK) A good understanding of the Fleet industry Experience with Duty of Care and Corporate Manslaughter rules How To Apply: Please visit www.Diageo-Careers.com  click on 'Find a Job',   ‘search by 'location', 'Job title', 'Key word', 'country', or 'City'.  If it's your first time applying in our career website, please don't forget to create an account by clicking on 'Don't have an account yet?' for you to log into our page.  Please contact us through 0116670161 if you're facing any difficulty.  Please note that  only applications submitted through our career page will be considered for the role.

// Job Duties: Order Management Ÿ  Receives, registers and reviews (medical) orders Ÿ  Manages, maintains and daily updates the logistics information systems (FSS/JDE) Ÿ  Maintains the item database Ÿ  Follows-up the medical national standard list in collaboration with CoMed Ÿ  Acknowledges orders to the customer together with information on availability of items and expected delivery date Ÿ  Regularly provides all customers with updated order status information Ÿ  Establishes and maintains a file per requisition order, updating it with all correspondence, closes and files orders when they have been completely filled Ÿ  Communicates with customers, answers to all messages and maintains a dialogue Ÿ  Assures customers that all inquiries, requests, complaints and problems are taken seriously and treated as quickly and efficiently as possible Ÿ  Issues RO according to ICRC procedures Ÿ  Prepares the monthly order for stock replenishment Ÿ  Provides advice to health staff and logisticians concerning medical logistics issues Ÿ  Follows-up all backorders with the medical warehouse and respective purchasers Ÿ  Informing the medical purchaser or GVA of any backordered items for which there is no stock on order Warehousing and Dispatching Ÿ  Ensures proper storing of items according to pharmaceutical and ICRC requirements, especially regarding cold chain items and controlled drugs Ÿ  Visits regularly the medical warehouse Ÿ  Ensures that cold chain equipments are working properly and that daily monitoring is in place Ÿ  Ensures FIFO stock rotation or follows FEFO. Ÿ  Monitors on a monthly basis expiry dates and submit to CoMed and CoLog a list of items with a short shelf life Ÿ  Ensure that cold chain is maintained during transport Ÿ  Ensuring that storage and transport of medical goods complies with pharmaceutical laws and regulations in the country Ÿ  Prioritizes the warehouse and dispatch daily work in collaboration with Warehouse Manager Ÿ  Supervising the work of the storekeeper and storekeeper helper   Quality Control Ÿ  Checks conformity of the received goods with the PO (dosage, origin,  validated  manufacturer) Ÿ  Checks that the product corresponds with the Quality Certificates provided by the supplier Ÿ  Ensures that quality certificates are available and maintain an efficient filing system Ÿ  Ensures that medical products (drugs, medical materials and medical equipment) of good quality are supplied to customers by quality control and ensures that their quality is maintained throughout the supply chain Ÿ  Ensures that batch tracing is possible Ÿ  Inspects samples of all batches of arriving medical supplies and performs a quality control (kind of good, quantity, packaging, shelf life, labeling etc.) Ÿ  Organizes return or exchange of rejected goods Ÿ  Follows-up any claim reports from the field concerning quality with the respective supplier and maintaining a file with all claims   Reporting / Statistics Ÿ  Issues claim report for missing items and losses/damages Ÿ  Provides information and data for compilation of the monthly statistics Ÿ  Prepares Medical monthly statistics for GVA and health department Ÿ  Maintains adequate filling and archives Ÿ  Ensures that back up of electronic files are done on a regular basis   Others Ÿ  Researches and provides legal and pharmaceutical documents on request Ÿ  Briefs and trains new health and logistics staff Ÿ  Represents the ICRC towards the authorities in all matters concerning pharmaceuticals especially concerning the license Ÿ  Obtains information on any new laws and regulations concerning pharmaceuticals Ÿ  Develops and maintain a good working atmosphere Ÿ  Proposes points to be improved for future Ÿ  Ensures respect of internal procedures Ÿ  Weekly backup of all essential computer files Ÿ  Replacing the medical storekeeper during her/his absence Ÿ  Register and liaise with drug control authorities for proper disposal of expired and damaged medical goods as per the country and ICRC rules and regulation. General Duties Ÿ  Be aware of the delegations objectives and activities Ÿ  Understand the three components of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement Ÿ  Apply the security rules at all times Ÿ  Respects and observes the staff regulations of the ICRC in Ethiopia Ÿ  The employee may be asked to perform duties and task not covered in this job description as well as to provide support to other departments when necessary Job Requirements Minimum required knowledge & experience : Bsc. in PharmacyŸ  Minimum 3 years as a registered pharmacist or head of a pharmaceutical warehouse Ÿ  Experience in humanitarian organization is an asset Ÿ  Having medical logistics certificates is an asset. Ÿ  Knowledge of country pharmaceutical market Ÿ  Good knowledge of  the country laws regarding drugs and material Ÿ  Able to work independently Ÿ  Good command of written and spoken English Ÿ  Excellent computer skills Ÿ  Team leadership skills Ÿ  Rigorous and precise Ÿ  Strong sense of responsibility and adaptability Ÿ  High organisational skills Ÿ  Ability to work independently and to take initiative Ÿ  Good communication and negotiation skills 3rd grade driving license  How to Apply Electronic application can be made ONLY through the ethiojobs.net website. Alternatively, you can submit application & CV with copies of relevant documents in person to the ICRC Delegation in Addis Ababa (in front of EIAR, around Egziabher ab church) OR, send to the ICRC Delegation Addis Ababa, Human Resources Department, P.O.Box 5701, Addis Ababa.

Outbound Warehouse Controller Commit to Occupational Health and Safety standards. Frequently state and articulate that Safety is our No.1 priority. Be visible as an ambassador for safety by behaving in a safe manner at all times and always challenging unsafe practices and behavior of others, reprimanding where appropriate. Adhere strictly to the site safety rules and systems and equipment operational procedures. Supervision of inbound warehouse staff including 3rd parties, Inventory accuracy, and maintain shipping schedule. Manage inventory accuracy through monitoring of daily outbound warehouse activities, cycle counts, stock takes and audit of same to verify results and ensure real time reporting across all shift. Ensure timely and accurate inventory transactions including receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments, and shipments. Conduct inventory cycle counts and physical counts; participate in audits as specified and required.  Accounted for Investigate inventory discrepancies and transactions history to determine root cause of variances. Applying SAP, EISC (including RCPS) and quality management in combination with the standard work procedures Adhere to real time SAP entry per shift as required by business standards. Own shift level Safety standards and ensure all 3rd parties own the safety standards. Take action where appropriate Own and adhere to lean logistics standards as required and ensure OTIFNE delivery at all times.