What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

Logistician 1 provides technical and operational support in the areas of purchasing, warehousing, stock management and statistics, in accordance with the ICRC’s logistics standards and local legislation.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Ensure smooth coordination across logistics units (Fleet, Transport, Warehouse, Procurement).
• Ensure compliance with ICRC logistics procedures and security rules.
• Demonstrate professional competence and mastery of Logistics.
• Follow up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments
• Provide logistical support to field sites under the supervision of the LSM
• Provides technical support and training for the operation and implements logistic procedures.
• Liaise with other logistics units in MIU (e.g. Supply Chain, Fleet, Warehousing, Dispatch, AirOps).
• Ensure ICRC procurement rules are applied.
• Analyse situation and proposes contractual partners.
• Develop contracts, maintains and updates a network of providers.
• Ensure that ICRC Logistics systems are in place and operational.
• Contribute to the development and advancement of Logistics.
• Ensure compliance with Logistics standards (set-up, processes, and procedures) and economic use of all resources.
• Ensure compliance with security rules and regulations pertinent to Logistics.
• Manage proper use of Logistics Information System (JD Edwards, Integrated Resources Information System IRIS)

Certifications / Education required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent higher education degree in business administration, logistics or similar field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in logistics, administration, or similar position.
• Fluent spoken and written English. Knowledge of local languages an asset.
• Computer skills (proficiency in MS Office).
• Skilled in the following competencies: Autonomy & Responsibility; Planning, Organization & Assessment; Communication (Ability to express views and ideas); Analysis & Synthesis.
• Driving licence
• Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria

Desired profile and skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Able to work under pressure

What we offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, fixed-term contract (1year – renewable).
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Reports to (role)

• Logistics Site Manager

People management responsibilities

No

Relationships

• Internally, interacts with staff in the division (and associated divisions) in the delegation and with technical reference persons at headquarters.
• Externally, develops and maintains working relationships with suppliers and other contacts relevant to their work.