Logistics & Admin Coordinator at Living Fund- South Sudan

Logistics & Admin Coordinator at Living Fund- South Sudan
Living Fund is looking for a qualified & motivated committed person to with working with the vulnerable in society to fill the position of Logistics & Admin Coordinator based in Juba with travel to programme location and operations.

The Job is to Plan, direct and co-ordinate the operations of projects & programme and maintain systems and procedures for operating efficiency. Manage staff for optimum performance for living Fund

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Logistics & Admin Coordinator is responsible for the following duties:
Prepare logistics and support plans, deployment timelines and budget requirements for planned or new operations;
Develop logistical plans for existing operations;
Develop logistics contingency plans;
Develop plans for downsizing or liquidation;
Develop and implement methodologies and tools to enable effective execution of logistic plans;
Formulate Standard Operating Procedures;
Manage logistics operations, including, material and personnel;
Ensure timely, accountable and cost-effective delivery cargos and personnel;
Ensure that supervised staff members are adequately trained and cross-trained; Identify additional training needs to achieve high working standards; Coordinate and provide logistics support to ongoing air, land, river or rail operations;
Ensure that logistics requirements take account of gender-specific needs; Coordinate logistics activities with procurement, finance, humanitarian affairs and other substantive units;
Develop and implement Logistics support policy, procedures and methodologies to the common benefit of all mission units;
Prepare reports on personnel and material movements and other operational logistics issues; Participate in technical survey missions for new missions and; Identify, plan and manage special logistics operations;
Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained; Prepare logistics preparedness reviews
Guide and supervise the work of new/junior logistics officers or staff; Assume responsibilities of certifying officer upon request; Perform other related tasks as required.

Competencies
Professionalism – Strong personal initiative and willingness to accept responsibilities; comprehensive grasp of logistics operations and practices; ability to deploy to remote locations and to operate independently in austere environment on short notice for limited duration; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations. Leadership – Ability to manage and mentor a technical team by demonstrating leadership. Communication – Good communication skills including ability to prepare and present concise oral and written logistics operations reports, briefings, updates and other documentation; ability to conduct meetings. Management – Demonstrated management skills. Planning and Organizing – Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work plans. Judgment/Decision Making – Sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a rank of issues/problems. Client Orientation – Good negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement. Technological Awareness – Ability to develop and operate common database software, spreadsheet, project management applications and complex text documents. Teamwork – Good interpersonal skills; ability to lead teamwork sessions; demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with logistic counterparts in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in areas such as transport or logistic operations/management, supply chain management, etc. may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree including excellent score on independent cognitive ability psychometric testing.

Work Experience
At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in logistics operations. Experience in International administration is an asset.

Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English knowledge of Arabic is an
Advantage and sometimes a requirement. Fluency in the local language may be essential.

Remuneration:
Euro 2650pm to 3450pm based on experience and academic qualification.

Medical & Group life insurance.

Rest & Recuperation (R&R) after every six week in field location.

To apply send application letter and detailed CV to hr@livingfund.org

Application deadline is 15th April 2011.
Only Short Listed candidates will be contacted. Living Fund is an equal opportunity employer and female candidate are encouraged to apply.