Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 04 Nov 2015
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Contract length:6 months with possibility of extension
The role The Commodity Logistics Manager will be responsible for overall logistic operations of food commodity resources from the port to the primary and secondary warehouses and distribution sites. S/he oversees all logistical operations and provides strategic and tactical leadership to Jonglei Food Security Program's Program Operation and Coordination Unit (JFSP's POCU) to ensure efficiency, accountability and transparency of the program commodity logistics management processes. S/he will plan, direct and oversee all activities relating to the sourcing and logistics of food commodity including planning and ordering food commodities (Annual Estimate of Requirements (AER) based on adequate commodity pipeline analysis) in compliance with Save the Children (SC) and Catholic Relief Services (CRS) established standards and best practices, USAID requirements. The post holder will negotiate and contract with port operations, freight forwarders, customs clearing agents, and logistics service providers. S/he will prepare and submit various commodity reports, and where relevant, oversee commodity management, warehouse capacity strengthening, staffing and supervision of warehouse (primary and secondary) activities. The post holder will design and execute commodity prepositioning plans, deal with all commodity logistics management issues and ensure adequate balance between commodities, financial value and beneficiary target
Qualifications and experience University Degree in related field, or Certification in Logistics/Supply Chain Management (or significant relevant training and experience). Chartered Professional in Logistics/Supply Chain Management (MCIPS) or its equivalent is an added advantage
Minimum five years of relevant work experience on food commodity logistics/commoditymanagement;
Minimum three year of work experience on large USAID Title II commodity management as a senior commodity operations management positions;
Proven ability to manage a program supply-chain management including logistics, human and material resources;
Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven ability to build productive partnerships across organizations.
Experience in working closely with local governments, private service and good suppliers, customs clearing and transporting agents in planning, ordering and implementation of Title-II food assistance programs;
Proven ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision;
Experience training and supervising staff;
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
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Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'C.Chege.70225.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'