Logistics Assistant

ABOUT FIRST CONSULT 

First Consult is a leading economic development consulting firm implementing projects in Ethiopia. Founded in 2006, First Consult (FC) has grown to design and implement projects across the agriculture, manufacturing and service sectors. Our multidisciplinary teams combine a capacity to execute with clarity of the local context. We have delivered at-scale real impact in terms of jobs & wealth creation, business formation & growth, and investment attraction & mobilization.

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Logistics Assistant is responsible for providing logistical support to oversee and streamline the overall logistics processes in alignment with the organization’s objectives. Their role involves assisting in planning, overseeing, and coordinating logistics support operations to ensure the successful execution of projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist in providing guidance on general management of fleet, transportation and distribution for all regions and areas the organization operates.
• Support the department in effectively negotiating with suppliers on a wide variety of commodities and services for the best overall value to the project.
• Support the evaluation of ToRs submitted by staff members for various requests, such as regional vehicle rental, and provide assistance as needed.
• Assist the Logistics department in standardizing and enforcing fleet management procedures, guidelines and processes for all regions and areas the organization operates.
• Assist in ensuring that every company vehicle is insured in accordance with the set of policies.
• Support in tracking and analyzing status and cost upkeep and recommendations on vehicle management.
• Support in managing information from fleet management for management decision.
• Assist in the coordination of security in liaison with outsourced to ensure properties, premises and people are secured to ensure effective management of office premises and good facility management.
• Support in managing inventory and supervising staff members who handle inventory control, including ordering new inventory when necessary.
• Assist in managing and maintaining inventory to operating levels to avoid supply shortage.
• Support in managing the repair of equipment.
• Assist in the procurement of any necessary products and services as directed by management.
• Assist in managing the administrative functions of the organization on day-to-day basis.
• Support in ensuring all office premises are fully licensed as required by the regulators.
• Support in maintaining a system of asset management in line with company guidelines.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Logistics Manager or others.

REPORTING

The Logistics Assistant directly reports to the Logistics Manager.

Job requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in social sciences preferably logistics, supply chain management, or any other related field
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Strong understanding of logistics principles, including fleet and transportation, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting.
• Communication skills: effective written and verbal communication skills in both English and Amharic to interact with suppliers, vendors, internal teams and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Computer proficiency: proficient in using computer Microsoft office, including spreadsheets and databases.

HOW TO APPLY 

First Consult invites all well-qualified candidates to apply. If you have the relevant skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Competent candidates should submit their one-page cover letter and updated CVs only to:  jobs@firstconsultet.com before April 6, 2024.

Candidates MUST refer to the position title “Logistics Assistant” in the subject line of their email and applications.