Procurement and Logistics Officer Job at Sheriff Aid Foundation

Sheriff Aid Foundation (SAF) is a national humanitarian and developmental organization that is non-profit; non-governmental and non-political currently active in the north-eastern Nigeria. SAF was founded in February 2007 and formally registered with Corporate Affairs Commission Nigeria in August 2018 with the aim to improving the life of vulnerable and less privileged focusing on children and women through protection, education, livelihood improvement, food security as well as strengthening the resilience of the affected population due to conflict and natural disaster especially those in the rural areas.

SAF activities are integrated with focus on education, camp coordination and management, provision of shelter and NFIs, waste management, food security, skills acquisition training, awareness creation, networking and, community involvement and participation. Our activities are mainly carried out through grassroots mobilization and networking. The Core values of SAF is centered upon transparency, accountability, partnership, integrity, innovation, respect and professionalism.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Procurement and Logistics Officer

Job Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description
The procurement and logistic officer is expected to do the following:

• Develop logistics along with support plans, budget requirements and deployment timelines for new operations.
• Develop logistical plans for current operations and logistics contingency plans.
• Plan the transportation and delivery of materials and supplies to the project site. This includes identifying the most efficient and cost-effective transportation options, coordinating with suppliers and vendors, and managing the distribution process.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement and logistics activities, including purchase orders, invoices, and delivery receipts.
• Ensure that all materials and supplies received are of the required quality and meet the project specifications.
• Identify the required materials, equipment, and services needed for the project, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Manage the inventory of materials and supplies needed for the project, ensuring that adequate stock levels are maintained, and tracking inventory movements.
• Identify potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to prevent or minimize any disruptions to the project.
• Manage the project budget related to procurement and logistics activities. This includes monitoring expenditures, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and preparing financial reports.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or equivalent.
• At least Three years of experience working as a procurement& logistics officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Experience with procurement &logistics procedures and regulations.
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts.

Note: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.