Nigeria - Logistics Manager - Gusau – Zamfara State - NW (Nationals Only)

Country: Nigeria Organization: Solidarités International Closing date: 3 Aug 2026 SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly involved in the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the first cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in around twenty countries, SI's teams - 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers - work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures. Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of SEAH. Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process. Job Location: Gusau – Zamfara State. Contract Start date: Projected contract duration is 5 Months – with possible extension. What we offer: Salary + transport & housing contribution + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance - covering death and permanent disability) etc. GOAL/PURPOSE: The Logistics Manager will implement and supervise all logistics operations at his/her assigned base. He/she will organize logistic support for programs, in keeping with Solidarités International procedures. He/she will assist the field coordinator in the implementation of safety rules. DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION Supply Management • Carry out a purchasing environment analysis at the local level • Supervise the update of price lists and supplier files • Manage the Solidarités International purchasing procedures and those from donors funding the programs. • Establish and update purchasing timelines, taking into consideration procurement tables, operation timelines and contextual and procedural logistical constraints • Receive, approve and process requests for quotes and internal order forms • Ensure that budgetary lines related to logistics are monitored and observed • Supervise the preparation of purchasing documents and draft the contracts • Participate in the drafting the call for tenders • Supervise purchasing, ensuring that approval rules and procedures are observed • Select suppliers and negotiate prices, deadlines and delivery methods • Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and archived in keeping with Solidarités International procedures • Ensure that dealings with suppliers are monitored Vehicle Fleet Management • Negotiate vehicle rental contracts • Supervise the planning and execution of maintenance and repair work on mission vehicles • Establish vehicle movement schedules • Ensure that a complete breakdown kit is available on board all vehicles • Permanently ensure that all drivers have received general training and carry out regular testing • Ensure that drivers are aware of their obligation to adhere to Solidarités International safety rules and procedures • Check that vehicle log books are in place and are used correctly • Ensure that fuel consumption and vehicle mileage are monitored, consolidated, analyzed and recorded • Prevent the misappropriation of fuel and spare parts • Ensure that all vehicles have accompanying administrative documents and that these are correctly filed and monitored Equipment/Telecommunications Management • Update inventory in real time • Optimize distribution of materials according to task needs • Organize the installation, safe-guarding and monitoring of materials • Install communication means and ensure that they are regularly maintained • Train teams in the use of these communication means Management and Monitoring of IT Equipment • Update antivirus software • Implement backup and data-protection procedures • Ensure the maintenance and correct use of IT equipment • Provide technical assistance to teams and organize training sessions Supplies Management • Select storage locations and create a plan for the development and security of these sites • Ensure material is stored under suitable conditions and monitor expiration dates • Ensure procedures are followed as stock is checked in and out • See that all documentation linked to stock is complete and correct • Supervise monthly physical stock inventory Human Resource Management • Analyse and quantify logistics personnel needs • Recruit, train and supervise the logistics team • Conduct performance reviews for members of the logistics team • Organize formal team meetings at regular intervals Security • Implement team safety measures as determined by the coordination team • Train teams in safety rules and procedures • Pass on any security-related information to his/her line manager Reporting/Capitalization • Ensure the compilation of price and supplier lists, as well as information in use (import-export, exemption, taxes) • Ensure that internal order forms are monitored, and that the status of each order is given to the person waiting • Consolidate logistics packs monthly and pass on to the logistics coordinator • Provide the logistics coordinator with all information needed to draft intermediary and final reports • Pass on purchasing reports for closed programs to the coordinators at the established frequency PROFILE FORSAKEN Studies: B.Sc. in Logistics, Warehouse Management, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management or any related field Experience: 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar position with other INGO and at least 5 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector. IT: Good Knowledge of MS Office Word, Power-Point, and advance MS Office Excel knowledge of LINK software is an added advantage. Technical Skills: Procurement and sourcing strategies, Inventory management, Asset management,Fleet and Transportation management, Documentation and Reporting and Premise management. Transversal Skills: Rigorous, organized, able to manage important workload, good learning capacity, good communication skills, reactive, team spirit, assertive, attention to detail and resistance to stress. Candidate should be reliable, honest and accountable, a team player and proactive. Language: English is mandatory and one of the local dialects (Hausa) is an added advantage. How to apply Please submit your application by clicking on the following link: https://forms.gle/eJumUTHoGvzXLJ1P9 Select Logistics Manager, fill the form and attach your CV and motivation letter. The CV attached must be named with your first name and surname. Deadline for submitting applications: 3rd August 2026