Company: Plan International

The Organization

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 75 countries.

JOB PROFILE

Title:

DGV Logistics Assistant

Functional Area:

Supply Chain

Reports to:

Project Coordinator & Logistics Officer

Location:

Mokolo (Minawao Refugee Camp)

Effective Date:

October 2022

Travel may be required: yes

Contract Type:

Term Employment

For: Nationals

Grade: B

PURPOSE OF JOB

Working in 54 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, especially those who are excluded or marginalized, with high quality programs that bring lasting benefits by increasing one’s income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively. Plan is committed to responding to children affected by emergencies in the countries where we operate.

Given the current humanitarian crisis in the Far North region of Cameroon, Plan is committed to contributing to the effective participation of young people in peacebuilding efforts. The action of the project is to support peace and security and strengthen stabilization efforts in the Lake Chad Basin by improving the coordination of stabilization activities and therefore reducing the gap between political intentions and realities on the ground.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE:

Under the general supervision of the project manager and under the direct supervision of the Logistics Coordinator of Plan International, the incumbent will be responsible for:

Main tasks and Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for the overall efficiency of logistics activities in the Minawao refugee food assistance project;

In particular, the Holder will carry out the following tasks:

Control and Supervise the logistical activities at the Minawao camp, including transport, warehouses, distributions, etc……;
Monitor truck movements in the area of ​​operations and liaise with WFP in case of delay, damage or loss;
Receive and register food in stores;
Ensure hygiene in warehouses according to WFP standards;
Track stock movements during distribution:
Ensure the project supply chain
Make project purchases;
Provide day-to-day reports (SITREP) on the logistics activities of the intervention area;
Monitor and report on food stocks in farm warehouses and prepare daily and weekly stock reports;
Coordinate and supervise deliveries of food and non-food products from warehouses managed by Plan International;
Monitor and evaluate the quality, quantity and safety of products;
Carry out daily inventories during distribution and monthly physical inventories (food and non-food items) in the 03 warehouses jointly managed by Plan and WFP in Minawao camp and take appropriate measures to reconcile theoretical and physical stocks;
Ensure that distribution reports Write in a timely manner and cross-check the data with those of the WFP database for commodity accounting;
Supervise storage activities in the three warehouses and ensure that WFP and PLAN standards are fully met; Ensure that measures are in place to avoid loss of commodities;
Thoroughly analyze data entered into the WFP Commodity Management Database (LESS), identify any discrepancies and inform line management
. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

BACC + 2 in Logistics, supply chain or other similar fields.
Four years minimum in the field of transport management and monitoring, warehousing operations:
Experience in general food distribution programs and management of WFP stores (DGV) would be an asset.
Computer knowledge:

Mastery of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Mailing, LESS etc…
Knowledge of the SAP system would be an advantage for the candidate

Language

skills Excellent command of French (spoken and written) good knowledge of English (spoken and writing), Kanuri, Haoussa, Mafa, Fulfuldé are an asset.

Expected results
Effectively manage the food provided by the WFP.
Good planning and organizational sense
Use own discretion to respond to unforeseen situations by seeking guidance and/or reporting to supervisor as necessary.
Periodic reports of very good quality respecting the pre-established schedule, good analysis of the data/information collected.
Have good interpersonal skills and good communication skills.
Personal

skills Ability to work systematically as needed including non-working days for receipt of food,
Be honest and have dignity;
Use own initiative,
Available,
Have a good sense of judgment and communicate effectively both orally and in writing, deal patiently and tactfully with people of different origins and cultures;
Able to work under pressure, limited supervision, and to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Plan International’s Values ​​in Practice

We are open and accountable

Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organization for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impact

Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
Focuses resources to drive change and maximize long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together

Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develop trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential
We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace
We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.

Location: Mokolo

Closing Date: 24th September 2022

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at:  https://jobs.plan-international.org/search/?q=cameroon