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Logistics Officer

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Industry:
N.G.O./Social Services
Category:
Distribution & Logistics
Total Position:
2
Job Type:
Service Contract (SC)
Department:
WFP
Job Location:
Karachi, Padidan, Peshawar
Gender:
Doesn't Matter
Minimum Education:
Bachelors
Degree Title:
University degree in business administration, engineering, computer science, statistics or economics (preferably transport economics)
Career Level:
NOA
Minimum Experience:
5 Years(At least one year of postgraduate professional experience in one or more of the transportation sectors: port operations, shipping, clearing and forwarding, air operations, dist. management)
Salary Range:
PKR. 70,000 to 100,000/month
Work Permit:
Pakistan
Apply By:
Aug 9, 2009
Posted On:
May 9, 2009
Job Description

  • Establish reports based on logistics movements and distribute them according to requirements;
  • Define logistics strategy within the WFP policies and procedures and ensure effective integration of logistics operations;
  • Advise on logistics management and structures and staffing levels to ensure that they are at all times adequate to meet the requirements of the logistics strategy;
  • For field based positions, organise, lead and participate in regional logistics meetings including the local transport committee;
  • Manage logistics operations including all logistics assets in order to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of WFP cargoes;
  • Identify, mobilise resources, implement and report on special logistics operations;
  • Ensure the integrity of transport information, including commodity tracking in WFP standard systems;
  • Prepare and maintain transport information for reporting purposes;
  • Assess offers for transport and prepare submission to the local transport committee;
  • Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained;
  • Ensure effective Landside, Transport, Storage and Handling (LTSH) management including project budgetary review and regular LTSH reviews;
  • Ensure effective commodity management and quality control;
  • Ensure adequate logistics preparedness through contingency planning and continuous logistics preparedness reviews;
  • Ensure that all staff are adequately trained, and identify any additional training needs to achieve high working standards;
  • Coordinate and provide logistics support to ongoing air, land, sea, or rail operations in the area;
  • Coordinate logistics operations with other organisations in the area;
  • Manage WFP’s field security arrangements and coordinate any evacuations;
  • Support logistics staff in other offices;
  • Supervise staff as required;
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Required Skills

    Training and/or experience utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and systems. General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration.

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