Logistics Supervisor At Medecins Sans Frontieres (Msf)

Start date: 01st August 2020
Length of contract: 5 months renewable
MSF in Homa Bay is looking to fill the position of aLogistics Supervisor. The successful candidate will report to the Logistics Manager and will supervise the storekeeper, drivers, watchmen, head driver, head watchmen, specialised technician and mechanic.
Objective of the Position:
To supervise the daily logistics activities and provide maintenance to the MSF equipment, facilities and infrastructures, according to MSF standards and protocols in order to maintain the facilities in perfect conditions and collaborate in the development of the mission.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Include but not limited to
Fleet Management Supervision– Ensures that all vehicles are maintained in good and safe condition and that they follow the vehicle service schedule
Facility management and asset inventory– routinely inspects the premises and confirms that the base/office/medical facilities are in good working order
Warehousing and storekeeping– Ensures that all logistics stocks are stored under appropriate storage conditions, arranged in a well-organized and accessible manner
Security and safety– Daily supervision of office/clinic guards, both subcontracted (security company) and MSF staff
Human Resource Management– team management, individual reviews, training his/her team
Logistics administration and reporting– Assists the Logistics Manager with the follow up of logistics budgets, expenses/realization and the preparation of the monthly cash request
Project (acting) IT/Radio Focal Person
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor like participating in emergency response as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:
Education
Technical Diploma/Degree in Logistics ,Procurement, Supply management or Humanitarian logistics and any other related course.
Experience
At least two years of relevant experience technical logistics or related fields, of which at least two in supervisory/managerial positions
Desirable previous experience in MSF or other NGO in developing countries.
Experience collaborating with local (MoH and private) is an asset
Demonstrable experience in supervising and training others in a team setting

Competencies
Fluent in English and Swahili, written and spoken
Results and quality oriented,team work and cooperation, behavioural flexibility
People and stress management skills