Admin and Logistics Officer – ASPIRE (Bauchi) at Plan International Full Time

Job Title: Admin and Logistics Officer – ASPIRE

Location: Bauchi, Nigeria

Role Purpose

• The ASPIRE project is a 5-year project funded with support from Global Affairs Canada and focused on improving sexual rights and reproductive health of adolescent girls and boys in Bauchi state.
• The purpose of this role is to provide administrative and logistical support for the Aspire Project in line with policies of Plan International Nigeria, donor requirements and Nigerian laws.
• The post holder will be supervised by the Admin Coordinator and expected to work very closely with other members of the programme team.

Dimensions of the Role

• The post holder will contribute to the effective administration and logistics coordination for the Aspire Project, ensuring the interface between operations and project team members.

Accountabilities

• Provide day-to-day support to staff in the Aspire Project and identify future needs
• Ensure timely welcome services, hotel and flights bookings and other support services for staff and visitors on the Aspire project
• Prepare and file documents for signature and/or action, as necessary and ensure that that proper filing systems are in place for the project
• Coordinates the planning and organization of meetings and workshops
• Ensure that vehicles and all equipment are in good conditions and liaise with the development Admin and Logistics Advisor about necessary repairs and improvements as necessary
• Arrange for the repair and maintenance of office/ guest house equipment and machinery to ensure that staff works effectively without any disruptions.
• Ensures that the SAP system is used to capture all necessary activities as required.
• Establish and maintain a well-functioning logistics support operation for the county office – effective coordination and use of vehicles
• Coordinate logistics and procurement operations including selection of vendors/suppliers
• Prepares and Maintain records of all outstanding purchase orders with external vendors and arranges transportation and forwarding services for all orders to ensure delivery on schedule
• Prepare reports on personnel and material movement and ensure that reporting requirements are fulfilled in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure compliance with Plan International logistics standards and regulations
• Ensure appropriate request for quotation is placed and correct quotations received for processing
• Responsible for purchase order creation and maintenance in SAP
• Store Management using specified software
• Perform any other project related duties as specified by the development and Logistics Advisor

Technical Expertise, Skills and Knowledge
Essential:

• A Degree in Business / Public Administration or related field.
• At least 2 – 4 years of experience working in administration and logistics generalist role in a
• Experience in use of SAP
• Fluency in English with excellent writing and speaking skills is required.
• Excellent and demonstrable experience in procurement processes and logistics management.
• Demonstrable experience in office management and staff coordination.
• Excellent writing and speaking in English language
• Knowledge and understanding of Nigeria’s policy environment
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including good listening skills, influencing, negotiation and coaching
• Capacity to build and maintain relationships and to work effectively in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment respecting diversity.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Application Closing Date
25th November, 2021.

Note

• Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Plan International Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or disabilities. Plan International Nigeria is fully committed to child protection to prevent children from all forms of abuse.