Logistics Support Officer: International NGO

Logistics Support Officer: International NGO
Deadline: 20 September 2018 (4pm)

Summary of Responsibilities
Lead on the logistical arrangements for the recruitments, trainings, events, travels, research and other program related activities; Lead on the procurement of all programme items; Develop logistical checklists to guide activities support; Maintain program inventory and manage equipment and supplies; Keep consistent detailed records of all logistical aspects of the programme; Produce concise monthly logistical reports; Manage event budgets; Ensure that financial management is undertaken according to the INGO’s policies and procedures; Assist the finance and admin officer in tracking the project budget;

Bank reconciliations, petty cash and expense reporting; Assist in designing and organizing Dialogue and Exchange Programs (these include activities such as training workshops, dialogue meeting, peace tours or learning events for individuals from two or more countries and also facilitating the participation of national counterparts for exchange visits to other countries); Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Zimbabwe country office staff; Participate with program staff in identifying work priorities and provide periodic status reports; Manage the diary of the country representative; Discrete handling of all internal and external correspondences.

Skills
Possess excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational skills. This person must also be attentive to detail, be a good team player, be able to work with minimum supervision, adapt and cope with work pressure; Highly organized and reliable in meeting deadlines and completing assigned tasks; Experience with peacebuilding, conflict transformation programs, and nonviolent approaches to problem solving highly desirable; Willingness to learn, creativity and flexibility to take on additional job-related tasks. Ability to take initiatives, manage priorities and work independently on specific issues. Including availability to support field activities assisting with field accounting and documentation of field mission reports as appropriate; Gender and cultural awareness and sensitivity, and dedication to principles of diversity.

Qualifications
A Diploma in Business Management, administration, logistics, community mobilisation, accounting, communication, commerce or related field. A bachelor qualification/ additional relevant skills competency will be a plus; A minimum of 5years relevant work experiences in a reputable organization is needed. Working experience with an international organization is an advantage; Excellent computer literacy in PC/Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and Email communications. Database skills is an advantage.

To apply
ONLY applicants meeting the above listed criteria need apply. All applications to be accompanied by an application letter and detailed CV and emailed to [email protected] by 1600hrs on the 21st of September 2018. Email subject to read “Logistics Support Officer”.