Logistics Assistant – National Position

Malteser International

Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need  regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.

We have been working in Nigeria since 2017. In Northeast Nigeria and more specifically in Borno, Taraba and Adamawa States, MI is currently active in the WASH, Protection and FNSL sectors for saving and improving the lives of both the IDP/refugee populations as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene which include NFI distribution, solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines and hygiene promotion. The protection activities focus on prevention and response to Gender Based Violence (GBV)  cases.  The Food Nutrition Security and Livelihood interventions mainly focus on micro gardening, pullet rearing for egg production, composting and Nutrition (food demonstration, referrals of malnutrition cases to nutrition partners, and sensitization on nutrition. Malteser International applies a participatory, gender-sensitive and inclusive approach.

For its work in Maiduguri, Nigeria, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Logistics Assistant – National Position.

Under the direct supervision of the Logistic Manager, the Logistics Assistant will provide support in various logistical tasks to ensure smooth operations of the program office. These responsibilities will revolve around; Warehousing, Assets and Facilities and Fleets Management.

Your responsibilities:

  • Manage and coordinate the organization’s fleet of vehicles, including scheduling maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations, coordinating repairs, scheduling inspections, and tracking vehicle usage and overseeing vehicle assignments of drivers.
  • Ensure adequate and professional supervision and management of the drivers 
  • Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and distributing materials, and products, inventory control and maintenance, including tracking asset usage, conducting regular inspections, coordinating asset repairs or replacements, order fulfilment, and maintaining a safe and organised warehouse environment.
  • Manage asset tracking and maintenance, ensuring all assets are accounted for, properly maintained, and utilised effectively within the organisation.
  • Provide support in procurement processes and any other related duties assigned by the line manager
  • Filling of logistic documents and monthly reports on (Generator, Stock and Vehicle) conditions

Your profile:

  • University Degree in Business Administration, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.
  • Professional qualification in logistics, fleets, assets, warehousing or equivalent is a plus
  • Minimum of 3 years working experience in logistics, warehousing, fleet, assets, or related fields.
  • Experience in humanitarian interventions and development programs.
  • Proficiency in report writing.
  • Experience in planning and managing procurements.
  • Only applicants who are indigenes of Borno State will be considered for this position.

What we offer:

  • Start Date: September 2024
  • Duty Station: Maiduguri, Borno State Nigeria
  • Duration of contract: 18 months renewable 
  • Salary expectation: Salary according to qualification and experience, including insurance package 

Working for Malteser International

Malteser is an equalopportunityemployer and welcomesapplicationsfrom all peopleregardless ofgenderconfessionororigin.

Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices – we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.

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