Logistics Site Manager Kampala

Job Description

About the job.
The logistics site Manager-kampala is responsible for overseeing all logistics activities within a designated sub-delegation s/he ensures that comprehensive logistics systems are effectively implemented and operational, in alignment with the ICRC’s standards. This includes providing both technical and operational support for key logistics functions such as purchasing, warehousing, stock management, and import-export activities. Additionally, the Logistics Site Manager manages the collection and reporting of logistics-related data, ensuring accurate statistical tracking. The role also involves coordinating logistical processes to optimize efficiency and meet operational requirements, while ensuring compliance with the ICRC’s logistics policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities.
• Collaborates with the regional Logistics Country Manager to set priorities, objectives and strategies based on needs.
• Implements logistics procedures according to country strategy and financial rules.
• Ensures proper use of logistics IT tools, Maintaining data integrity for activities such as Tableau and Logistics field checklist.
• Maintains an efficient supply chain and adapts infrastructure to meet evolving, inventions and supply-chain requests in a timely manner.
• Oversees procurement, quality management and warehouse operations in coordination with the LSC.
• Supervises feet management, transport and efficient import/export activities.
• Maintains constructive dialogue with authorities, obtains permits and ensures compliance with legal obligations for operations.
• Manages finances for the assigned cost centers, mitigating risks through controls outlined in the logistics Risk and Control Matrix.
• Provides leadership and coaching to logistics staff ensuring capacity-building, performance management and coordination of operations.

Minimum Qualifications.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in logistics, supply chain management or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in English with additional fluency in French considered highly advantageous.
• Advanced computer literacy, with a strong command of logistics management software and tools.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• A minimum of five 5 years of professional experience in logistics ideally within commercial, military or humanitarian sectors
• Demonstrated expertise in leadership team management ans fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and client-focused service.
How to Apply
Send your CV and Cover Letter, include Contact details of three Professional referees to the email under apply Button clearly indicate the Position Title in the Subject Line of your Email message.
Deadline for receiving applications is February 28 2025. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be Contacted.