Logistics Assistant

The Logistics Assistant will support the Logistics Officer of the Star East project in training IRC and Sofepadi teams on the procurement manual.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in training IRC and Sofepadi teams on the Star East project procurement manual;
• Support IRC and Sofepadi teams in setting up a mechanism for monitoring the procurement process;
• Identify all acquisitions of goods and services requiring tender and/or contract;
• Assist IRC and Sofepadi teams in setting up devices to ensure conformity of received goods, works, and consultant services;
• Support IRC and Sofepadi in setting up physical and electronic archiving of procurement files;
• Additional responsibilities as required by the Logistics Officer and Project Coordination.

Requirements:

• University degree in Materials Management/Procurement/Logistics;
• At least two years of experience in procurement and/or logistics in an international organisation;
• Experience with World Bank funding is an asset.

Technical Skills & Aptitude:

• Knowledge of computer tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.);
• Practical knowledge of logistical procedures and procurement practices is an asset;
• Good organisational and planning capacity;
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships at all levels;
• Strong organisational, negotiation, and teamwork skills;
• Mastery of compliance issues;
• Excellent verbal and written French skills;
• Proven level of integrity and good reputation in the procurement process.

The IRC is an equal opportunities employer and considers all applicants on merit without regard to race, sex, colour, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary;
• 14 weeks of maternity leave at 100%;
• Up to two hours per day for breastfeeding;
• Annual leave;
• Flexible work environment.