Founded in 1980, Médecins du Monde (MdM) is a medical organization that fights tirelessly to defend a fair and universal health system. In France and abroad, Médecins du Monde carries out 59 programmes in some thirty countries, through our advocacy and field work. We are committed to caring for the most vulnerable populations, bearing witness to barriers to access to healthcare, denouncing infringements of dignity and human rights and achieving sustainable improvements in health policies for all.
Médecins du Monde is in the process of registering a new organization in Kenya “Médecins du Monde in Kenya”. The successive episodes of drought and floodings over the last few years drastically undermined living conditions and access to healthcare, particularly for the most vulnerable population groups facing the direct repercussions of global warming. This, along with the deterioration of the regional context in the Horn of Africa, are the reasons behind MdM’s return to Kenya.
MdM’s strategy is to strengthen the resilience of local actors, by:
· Supporting the health authorities to strengthen access to Primary Health Care and Sexual and reproductive health
· Partnering with local NGOs, for engaging the community on activities related to health (with a focus on Gender Based Violence, Female Genital Mutilation, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support …)
· Mobilizing local actors on the elaboration of an emergency preparedness plan for the county
For our program in KENYA,
Médecins Du Monde is looking for a LOGISTICS ASSISTANT/DRIVER IN NAIROBI
Main responsibilities of the position
The aim of the position is to provide logistics support at base level in accordance with MdM guidelines to provide optimum support to the programmes.
The Logistics Assistant/Driver will have to:
- Coordinate staff transportation and logistics for meetings, fieldwork, and events.
- Provide logistical support for trainings, team meetings, and information sessions.
- Identify suppliers, collect quotations, and manage procurement processes in compliance with regulations.
- Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers and maintain continuous market surveys.
- Manage procurement files, ensure proper documentation, and support issue resolution in logistics.
- Ensure consistent supply of office essentials and manage contracts for transportation services.
- Maintain and update records of stocks and assets and conduct regular inventory audits.
- Coordinate requisition fulfillment and manage distribution of goods across departments.
- Drive in compliance with Kenyan laws, maintain the vehicle, and keep accurate logs.
- Support administrative tasks, including document collection, mail delivery, and minor purchases.
PROFILE REQUIRED
- Education: diploma in Procurement and Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A degree is considered an asset.
- Professional experience: at least 1 year experience in procurement and logistics management, with a preference for NGO environments. Additionally, 2 years of driving experience
- Certifications: valid and clean driving license required, valid good conduct certificate, first aid certificate an advantage
- Skills: strong negotiation and communication skills, analytical mindset, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel. Team player with good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Languages: proficiency in English and Swahili.
- Attributes: flexibility, adaptability, confidentiality, and a commitment to accuracy
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Type of contract: Fixed Term Contract governed by Kenyan Law. Until the organization is registered, the contract will be carried by an HR agency.
- Duration ( fixed-term contract): until the end of the year, renewable subject to funds availability.
- Location: Nairobi
- Full time work
- Salary and benefits:
- Assistant level, based on the organization salary scale and depending on the candidate’s experience
- Housing Allowance of 15% of the basic salary
- STEALTH/GPA
- Other benefits: Additional benefits will be discussed at interview stage
How to apply
Application
The interested candidates should submit their applications titled “Logistics Assistant/Driver – Nairobi application” before the 15th of September at 4.00 PM with the updated CV, cover letter, including your references details to Médecins Du Monde, HR department via
- Email recruitment.kenya@medecinsdumonde.net
The contact of your references must be stated in the application to be valid.
If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying, your application may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that MdM does not reimburse transportation and food costs for any test or interview.
MdM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates, and no one should request any payment or compensation during the recruitment process.
