Overview
Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Maryland, Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary:
Creative Associates seeks a Logistics Officer for an anticipated USAID-funded education project that seeks to improve learning outcomes in primary education for children across the country of Mozambique through innovative program models and sustainability driven designs. The program is an exciting opportunity to improve on existing activity models and introduce new innovative ways to partner with Government and local level bodies for change in education. S/he will perform a broad range of clerical, secretarial and reception duties. As a member of the operations team, s/he will provide timely staff services and efficient office operations in the areas of voice communications, mail, inventory management, supplies and equipment maintenance.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Logistics Officer will report to the Operations Manager.
Responsibilities
- Conduct coordination of vehicles and drivers.
- Provide oversight of vehicle logs, vehicle maintenance; identifies vehicle needs and reviews driver time sheets.
- Coordinate transportation and delivery of procurement and inventory.
- Respond to procurement/logistics requests related to supplies, materials for project activities.
- Update database to track key information.
- Handle all email, mail and phone general inquiries and requests for information and materials.
- Collect departmental logistical updates for monthly organization report.
- Assist with ordering supplies and copy room inventory, as needed.
- Assist with trip expense reports, photocopying, ordering books and materials as needed.
- Assist staff with mailing projects and provide support assistance. Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
- At least 4 years of general work experience
- At least 2 years of specific experience related to logistics requests related to supplies and materials for project related activities
- Professional proficiency in written and spoken Portuguese required; proficiency in English desired.
- Extremely reliable, trustworthy and a good team worker
- Flexible in working hours
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