Job Details:
Organisation: Save the Children - International
Deadline Tue, 14 Apr 2015
Job type: Contract
Location:
Afghanistan
Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: 9 months
The role
This role will provide in country Fleet Management Adisory of all fleet assets and will manage fleet logistics staff. This role will work with the Logistics Senior Manager on the best use of Save the Childrenâs resources.
The Fleet Advisor will ensure the setting/scaling up of fleet logistics. This role will support the Logistics Senior Manager on the best use of Save the Childrenâs fleet assets. The role will focus on Fleet Management in country.
This role provides leadership, technical support, capacity building and will be responsible for ensuring sound logistics fleet practices and rigorous controls are in place for the country program.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Degree or equivalent level education in fleet management or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years' experience of working with INGOs in fleet management
- Proven experience managing a large and diverse fleet and line management of drivers & mechanics.
- Ability to teach basic fleet maintenance.
- Ability to conduct Driving Assessments to all staff levels.
- High computer literacy level with expected proficiency in Word, Excel and Internet.
- Ability to work independently, take personal initiative, and multi-task including strong facilitation skills in an ever changing dynamic operational environment
- Excellent written and spoken English language skills.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Ability to coach others and work in a team environment with experience in conducting training.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in an operational environment.
- Commitment to and understanding of Save the Childrenâs aims, values and principles.
- Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in managing multicultural teams.
- Willingness to travel to field locations.
Desirable
- Technical experience/training in other areas of logistics: storekeeping, local purchasing, power/energy
- Desirable past NGO experience.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: karora.78421.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com
Logistics Fleet Advisor
Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Wed, 1 Apr 2015Job Details:
Organisation: Save the Children - International
Deadline Tue, 14 Apr 2015
Job type: Contract
Location: Afghanistan
Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: 9 months
The role
This role will provide in country Fleet Management Adisory of all fleet assets and will manage fleet logistics staff. This role will work with the Logistics Senior Manager on the best use of Save the Childrenâs resources.
The Fleet Advisor will ensure the setting/scaling up of fleet logistics. This role will support the Logistics Senior Manager on the best use of Save the Childrenâs fleet assets. The role will focus on Fleet Management in country.
This role provides leadership, technical support, capacity building and will be responsible for ensuring sound logistics fleet practices and rigorous controls are in place for the country program.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
Desirable
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: karora.78421.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com