The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project Warehouse Assistants Jobs in Migori and Homa Bay Counties

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project Warehouse Assistants Jobs in Migori and Homa Bay Counties

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1.

Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.

Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world.

Under this contract, Abt will implement entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic.

Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project seeks candidates to assist in implementing in six sub counties (Rongo, Awendo, Uriri, Suna East, Suna West and Nyatike) in Migori and Eight Sub- counties (Rangwe, Homa Bay Township, Ndhiwa, Mbita, Rachuonyo North, Kabondo, Kasipul and Suba) in Homa Bay county Kenya in the following temporary positions:

Position: Warehouse Assistant

Supervisor: Warehouse Manager

Location: Migori and Homa Bay Kenya Warehouses

No. Required: 2 (1 Migori and 1 Homa Bay)

Overall Purpose: To assist in the management, receipt, delivery, and inventory control of items at the VectorLink’s project warehouse.

Specific responsibilities

To assist in overseeing daily operations of warehouse and maintain proper inventory records system at proper levels.

To ensure proper storage and identification of all items.

To inspect commodities received in the warehouse to verify quality and quantity of items delivered.

To keep track of receipts, issues

records and withdrawals of all IRS related commodities in the Warehouse.

Follow up on supply requests from operational sites and liaise with the Warehouse Manager and operations sites managers to monitor progress.

Assist warehouse manager to ensure proper material and equipment storage to avoid damages and ensure rotation of short shelf life items.

Required qualifications and Experience:

Diploma in purchasing supplies management or Diploma in relevant field.

At least 6 months experience working as a stores assistant desired.

A certificate of good conduct may be required.

Membership of a recognized Professional Body i.e. either CIPS – UK or KISM would be an added advantage.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Good communication skills including spoken and written English and Kiswahili, local languages are an added advantage.

Additional professional training in procurement and logistics management preferred

Knowledge of USAID procurement policies and regulations a plus.

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and procurement software;

Ability to build effective relationships with all clients, peers, and stakeholders

Culturally astute, respectful and tolerant

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting;

Attention to details and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

NB: These positions will be on a short term contract, not more than 2 months and/or on need basis.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and updated CV to KenyaJobs@abtassoc.com with the title of the position being applied for in the e-mail subject line specifying the work location preferred i.e. county and ward e.g. ‘Store keeper-Migori county – North Kamagambo’ by COB, November, 3rd 2019.

Equal Opportunity Employer: As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Abt Associates is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural work environment where our employees respect one another and share a commitment to our firm’s values, mission, and strategies.

Abt Associates Inc. provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, creed, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status.