Wednesday 4 July 2012

Logistics Manager Job Vacancy at Uganda Indoor Residual Spray (IRS) Project


Job Title: LOGISTICS MANAGER

Job Description

Location: Gulu
Reporting to: Deputy Chief of Party (Gulu)
Responsibilities include:
• Supervision of Central Store and District Store Managers;
• Conducting physical verification of inventory of District Stores (at least once per spray round);
• Supervision of transportation services for logistics & staff movement;
• Transfer of IRS logistics knowledge and skills to District Officials;
• Preparation of training program for Parish storekeepers;
• In collaboration with Environmental Compliance Officer, ensure all health and safety measures and other best practices are followed at all store locations and for all distribution & collection activities;
• Ensures proper clearance and disposal of all waste material;
• In consultation with the Operations and Technical Directors, prepares procurement plan for upcoming spray rounds;
• Ensures that all necessary materials are received & delivered on-time for upcoming spray rounds.
Qualifications include:
• Recognized degree in Logistics, Management or similar studies; a relevant master’s degree will be an advantage;
• Minimum 6 years proven track record in stores management;
• Good skills in monitoring/assessing performance of staff and systems to make improvement or take corrective action;
• Ability to motivate a team;
• Good IT skills;
• Experience that relates to USAID and knowledge of FARs and AIDARs is highly desirable.


How to Apply

Submit your application to Procurement@UgandaIRS.com by Friday, 13 July, with the name of the position indicated in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Be sure to include: (a) an up-to-date CV; (b) a cover letter detailing why you feel you are particularly qualified for the position; and (c) three references. Applications from suitably qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged.