Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) IS LOOKING FOR A Logistics Coordinator Cameroon.

Job Description

The Logistics Coordinator’s role is to execute assigned logistics responsibilities, including the management of warehouse operations, fleet, distribution, and assets.

Responsibilities

Generic Responsibilities:

1. Policy Adherence:

• Ensure compliance with NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines, SOPs, and donor requirements.

1. System Implementation:

• Implement NRC’s logistics systems and procedures at the area level.

1. Operational Coordination:

• Coordinate timely operational planning and management of logistics activities.

1. Market Assessment:

• Conduct market assessments as required by programme/project developers.

1. Documentation and Reporting:

• Ensure proper filing of all supporting documents and prepare and submit reports and analyses.

1. Support and Training:

• Support line managers with procedures and necessary logistics team training.

1. Team Management:

• Manage the logistics team, including recruitment and performance management.

1. Ethics and Efficiency:

• Promote anti-corruption, transparency, and cost efficiency in all processes (e.g., procurement, vehicle management, asset management).

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Operational Support:

• Provide operational support to logistics teams for smooth logistics operations.

1. Technical Training:

• Coordinate technical training sessions for Area Officers and the logistics team in line with NRC policies.

1. Equipment Maintenance:

• Monitor the maintenance of equipment for NRC Cameroon offices.

1. Technical Assistance:

• Assist the mission with technical issues (energy, satellite communications, computer, and office equipment) and perform field assignments as required.

1. Archiving:

• Manage archiving in Office 365 according to NRC standards and policies.

1. Reporting:

• Verify, analyze, and compile logistics reports from different offices according to the reporting schedule (asset report, stock report, narrative report, vehicle, and generator tracking report).

Asset Management:

• Directly manage assets according to the established rules and procedures.
• Tracking and Billing:
• Oversee tracking and billing for Terra Mar, Tomcard filling, etc.
• Audit Preparation:
• Assist the Logistics Manager in preparing teams for internal and external audits in the country.
• Staff Management:
• Monitor leave and WDP for staff under his/her responsibility.

Summary of Qualifications

Core Expertise

• Humanitarian Logistics: Proven track record as a Logistics Coordinator within challenging humanitarian and recovery settings.
• Complex Operations: Demonstrated ability to navigate complex and volatile environments, delivering results under pressure.
• Leadership & Management: Solid understanding of personal leadership style and strengths, with experience building and empowering teams.
• Donor Relations: Successful collaboration with major international donors, including NMFA/NORAD, GFFO, ECHO, USAID, UNHCR, and SIDA.
• Multilingual Communication: Fluent in both English and French, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Specialized Skills & Knowledge

• Resource Optimization: Effective at managing resources to achieve maximum impact within budgetary constraints.
• Performance Management: Skilled in setting clear performance expectations, providing feedback, and fostering professional development.
• Analytical Mindset: Able to analyze complex situations, identify root causes, and develop data-driven solutions.
• Risk Management: Experienced in assessing and mitigating risks in insecure environments, ensuring the safety of staff and assets.
• Relationship Building: Adept at building trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders, fostering collaborative partnerships.

Key Behavioral Competencies

• Results-Oriented: Driven to achieve tangible results, with a focus on efficiency and impact.
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments, readily adjusting to change and uncertainty.
• Empowerment: Committed to empowering others, fostering a culture of trust and accountability.
• Problem-Solving: Approaches challenges with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Security Awareness: Maintains a high level of situational awareness, prioritizing safety and security in all operations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience with an international NGO.

NRC champions diversity and inclusion, upholding the principle of equal opportunity. Recruitment is always free of charge. We foster a culture of innovation and empowerment, encouraging initiative and ownership at every level. Join us for meaningful work and exceptional career growth.

Position Summary:

• Contract: 12-month national contract
• Grade: 7 (NRC national scale)
• Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon (50% field travel)
• Start Date: August 2024 (anticipated)

Why Choose NRC:

• Align your career with a humanitarian mission
• Collaborate with industry-leading experts
• Contribute to solving complex global challenges

Application Deadline: July 9, 2024

Application Instructions:

• Internal Candidates: Utilize the “I am an employee” icon to access the internal careers site.
• Profile: Ensure your full name matches your passport and complete all required fields.
• Documents: Submit your cover letter and CV in English or French.
• Qualifications: Applications lacking minimum qualifications will not be reviewed.
• Contact: For inquiries, email cm.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title in the subject line.
• Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization dedicated to assisting individuals forcibly displaced by conflict and crisis. Operating in over 31 countries, we deliver critical emergency aid and sustainable solutions to millions affected by displacement annually. We are unwavering in our advocacy for the rights of displaced populations, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs addressed.

NORCAP, our global expertise hub, strengthens international and local capacities in crisis prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. In addition, NRC operates the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) in Geneva, a globally recognized authority on internal displacement reporting and advocacy.

Employment with NRC may entail deployment to regions or countries with inherent health, safety, and security risks. While NRC has rigorous procedures to mitigate these risks, it is important to note that complete elimination of risk is not always possible.

NRC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, embracing diversity in age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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