Logistics Assistant Job at Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Position: Logistics Assistant
Job Location: Dutse, Jigawa
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

  • The position is based in Dutse, Jigawa State and will be supervised by the Logistics Officer.
  • The Logistics assistant performs logistics activities which includes but are not limited to procurement and fleet management.

Tasks and Responsibilities


  • Consolidates the fuel consumption.
  • Keep physical files on each vehicle with Logbook copies, maintenance and repair costs and fuel consumption.
  • Plan and request weekly car hire movements, liaise with suppliers and ensure compliance of rental cars according to ACTION AGAINST HUNGER safety and security standards
  • Reports any major shortage of vehicles and plan the allocation accordingly.
  • Facilitate the transportation of goods from the base to the field site and develop movement plan.
  • Check and consolidate the vehicle log sheet (movement tracking sheet) on daily/monthly bases.
  • Supervise the installation, maintenance and repair of equipment in the vehicle (Radio’s, tracking device etc.)
  • Update the list of equipment in the vehicle on monthly basis.

Position Requirements

  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain or any other equivalent course.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
  • High level of flexibility and self-motivation.
  • Commitment to Action Against Hunger mission, values and policy.
  • At least 1 year working experience in logistics or procurement.
  • Strong computer skills including all Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Experience in the International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) and Humanitarian context.

Application Closes on  7th March, 2018.