ZOA Logistics Coordinator Jobs in Uganda
ZOA Logistics Coordinator Jobs in Uganda
Purpose of the position The Logistics Coordinator West-Nile (based in Arua) is focal point for logistics related functions in the ZOA Uganda West-Nile region, carrying out procurement (with support of Logistics Coordinator Kampala at the Country Office level), and supporting ZOA West-Nile programme offices in logistics functions where needed.
Logistics functions include procurement (according to the ZOA Procurement Guidelines), storage and warehousing of goods, transport and fleet management (vehicles and motorbikes), driver support, shipment, IT support, asset management, supporting health & safety and security at ZOA offices and bases.
The Logistics Coordinator is tasked to train and support staff in ZOA West Nile programme locations and projects. Regular field travel to the projects and other ZOA West Nile programme locations is required.
Place in organisation
The Logistics Coordinator West-Nile is employed full time by ZOA Uganda and is line managed by/reports to the Finance and Administration Associate Manager.
The Logistics Coordinator West-Nile supervises the logistics assistant, guards, office attendants and drivers.
Responsibilities and activities
Procurement
Develop an annual procurement plan in coordination with administrative and programme staff in line with approved workplans and budgets.
Responsible for the execution and coordination of procurement of goods and services through West-Nile offices ensuring completeness of documentation and correct approvals obtained.
Clear understanding and adherence at all times to ZOA Procurement Guidelines
Supporting procurement quality in ZOA programme locations including carrying out quality checks on processes and procedures (remotely and in person) and delivering training on ZOA procurement procedures to other ZOA staff (online and in person), in coordination with Administrator and Programme Manager.
Keep accurate and transparent records of all logistic or procurement transactions using ZOA Manager. Undertake regular market surveys, update and regularly maintain a database of local suppliers that meet the pre-qualification standards, including track records of past performance.
Ensure that goods received are of the quality and quantity specified in the Purchase Order and sign off goods received notes to validate this.
Logistics and Fleet Management
Responsible for the coordination of all field transport (air and road) ensuring that travel requests are received in a timely manner to allow for seamless planning.
Ensuring vehicle maintenance is carried out according to schedule/required maintenance and repairs
Responsible for registration, insurance and maintenance of vehicles.
Ensure monthly reporting on mileage, fuel consumption as well as repair and maintenance costs ensuring these are shared with the Logistics Coordinator in Kampala. Any significant variables should be flagged and reported to the Fin and Administration Associate Manager for action.
Ensure that all vehicles and motorcycles are safe and road-worthy and have proper on-board documentation.
Oversee fuel consumption purchase and tracking including coordination with gas station(s) for Arua, Yumbe & Rhino Camp.
Ensure drivers and riders are trained and where possible receive refresher defensive driving training.
Ensure security measures for vehicles such as parking, storage of keys, emergency supplies etc.
Ensures that security incidents reports, accidents reports are completed and filled including all vehicle and motorcycle incidents.
Responsible for overseeing of vehicle rentals including tracking of leases and payments.
IT Support
Maintaining oversight of all ZOA Uganda West Nile internet subscriptions and ISPs, including tracking usage and setting limits as needed (in discussion with the DoO)
Focal point for ZOA Uganda West-Nile for IT support (in coordination with ZOA Kampala and ZOA HQ as needed)
Ensuring IT assets are maintained and kept in good working condition at all times
Carrying out IT training (at least at introductory level) for ZOA West-Nile staff, including set up on One Drive, use of ZOA Manager, access to ZOA Quality Library and use of Office 365.
Other IT support activities as requested by the Logistics Coordinator Kampala and possibly in liaison with consultants and other external providers.
Stores and Asset Management
Ensure stores are organized and all inflows and outflows from ZOA stores properly recorded, and commodities accounted for at all times including all assets and IT equipment.
Ensure daily update of stock records and submit monthly reports on stock usage.
Responsible for the functioning and safeguarding of all communication equipment (VHF/HF radios, Thurayas etc).
Proactively coordinate with the Logistics Coordinator Kampala to ensure that assets for disposal are identified and flagged for disposal.
Maintain the asset records for the field office and liaise with the Administrator Kampala for a centralized assets inventory.
Ensure all the items bought that fall under asset category according to ZOA Policies are properly registered on the asset register with all the required information.
Maintain a soft copy and manual filing system of the Asset Register for West Nile Programme.
Liaise with all staff on assets management, movement and monitor if the register is properly maintained and matches with the softcopy.
Team Supervision
Coach, train, supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting annual performance objectives, providing regular and timely positive and constructive performance feedback, and providing documented semi-annual and annual performance reviews.
Provide performance feedback in line with ZOA HR practices and ensure timely submission of performance evaluations and appraisals.
Support the team by building capacity where required.
Manage drivers’ leave schedules ensuring smooth operation of the fleet.
Office Health & Safety and Security
Coordinate maintenance of West-Nile offices, guesthouse, and other assets, ensuring safety equipment is in place and well maintained
Responsible that office accommodations are according to health & safety and security standards, in coordination with Administrator and Programme Manager.
Risk Management
Committed to fraud detection, risk reduction and fraud reporting, ensure compliance with ZOA policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws
Ensure existing practices, policies and procedures are in compliance with ZOA standards ensuring regular training of staff to ensure compliance.
Ensure that vendor due diligence actions are carried out (and documented) as per required procedures including vendor registration, vendor performance management, market surveys conducted regularly. Conduct physical verification as required.
Characteristics of role
The Logistics Coordinator will be based in Arua. Regular field travel to the projects and other locations is required. The post holder may be required to drive ZOA vehicles at times.
The role is 1.0 FTE (40 hrs/ week). Working hours are outlined in the ZOA Uganda Conditions of Service. Some flexibility on working hours may be required, e.g., for travel at weekends.
Competencies – knowledge and experience
A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related
Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a Logistics Coordinator or Procurement in an international humanitarian or NGO context.
Proven skills in logistics and procurement.
Sound understanding of procurement best practices with ability to proactively manage risks associated with procurements.
Know-how of vehicle and office maintenance.
Familiarity with IT and communication equipment.
Good command of English as well as excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Valid Uganda driving licence.
Desirable: experience in training and support to colleagues on logistics related functions.
Competencies - behaviour
Interpersonal skills – able to communicate well.
Technical skills, e.g., IT, vehicle maintenance, building maintenance, asset management (at least one of these areas).
Organized and self-managing, with good planning skills.
Able to follow organizational policies and procedures, with a logical and consistent application of principles and concepts.
Ability to work individually as well as in a team.
Proactive and focused.
High level of integrity, understanding of issues relating to fraud and conflict of interest.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; ZOA Logistics Coordinator Jobs in Uganda
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