Nove Onlus is an independent non-profit organisation founded in Italy in 2012. It helps people to build a better future and is engaged with sustainable and generative socio-economic development, vocational training, access to employment, micro-entrepreneurship and basic education. Nove also works in humanitarian emergency contexts, and it is focused on supporting women, children and disabled people

NOVE is seeking a highly qualified Logistician to contribute to the success of a project focused on agriculture, food security, and livelihood support for the vulnerable Afghan population. The position is based in Jalalabad and will have to travel to Laghman and Kunar provinces and will be crucial in ensuring efficient logistical management of the project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide overall logistical support to NOVE Onlus’ activities and projects to contribute to their effective and timely implementation.
2. Support NOVE Onlus’ staff in the collection of data and information needed to identify, develop, implement, and expand both projects and activities.
3. Responsible for the general and proper maintenance of the office & office related tools and equipment.
4. Keep the office organized and ensure the functioning of all its equipment as well as the overall functioning of the office (such as water running, electricity and other utilities).
5. Collector quotations from suppliers according to NOVE’s procedures and donor’s requirements.
6. To make sure the on time delivery of the project related tools, equipment etc
7. Implement and monitor application of protocols to ensure that the quality and safety principles are followed across the supply chain of the proejct related items.
8. Visit producers/traders/suppliers contracted by NOVE Onlus to oversee the production operation ensuring compliance with NOVE Onlus requirements.
9. Perform Store inspection to potential vendor as part of their technical assessment before inclusion in NOVE Onlus roster.
10. Conduct regular storehouse inspection in NOVE Onlus facilities making sure that project related tools, equipment are managed according to guidelines.
11. Conduct unannounced visits to supplier’s storehouse to verify the quality and quantity of the contacted project related tools and equipment.
12. Act as focal point for the procured items incident management support in case of any query or support needed by programme unit.
13. Consolidate technical recommendations reports and follow up with supplier to implement these improvements within set time frame.
14. Provide a set of standard business support activities, where required, to contribute to the effective functioning of project operations. 
15. Provide monthly logistician related report to line supervisor. Any other task assigned by the direct supervisor

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. The degree must have been obtained at least 5 years ago.

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in logistic management of projects, preferably in development or emergency contexts.

Specific Skills:

• Aware of the logistician rules and regulation.
• Good experience in maintaining inventory.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Good knowledge of computer programs especially MS.Office.

Language Skills: Fluent in Dari and Pashto; excellent knowledge of the English language.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume/CV in English + motivation letter  to recruitment@novecaringhumans.org  mentioning Logistician in the subject line. The deadline to apply is 05/05/2024.