VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (The Federation) is the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. The Federation has been working with Bangladesh Red Crescent Society for more than 30 years in humanitarian fields mainly disaster response and management, cyclone preparedness, disaster relief and recovery, community based disaster preparedness, risk reduction and mitigation, etc. The British Red Cross (BRC) works under the auspices of the Federation in Bangladesh in close cooperation with the BDRCS. Context The British Red Cross (BRC) helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of the global network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and emergencies. We enable vulnerable people to prepare for and withstand emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help them to recover and move on with their lives. We are part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the world’s largest independent humanitarian network and are committed to, and bound by, its fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. The BRC has a long history of working closely with and supporting the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society. In line with the national society’s strategic plan the BRC have agreed to expand the number of projects over the coming years. On this basis we are seeking to employ a suitably qualified Procurement & Logistics Officer. Position: Procurement & Logistics Officer Duration: 1 Year Our principles and values Our values (compassionate, courageous, inclusive and dynamic) underpin everything we do. As a member of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the British Red Cross is committed to, and bound by, its fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Overall Purpose of the Post The Logistics Officer is responsible – under immediate supervision of the Programme Manager – including warehousing, procurement, customs, transport and overall logistics tasks relating to BDRCS/IFRC programmes and operations for the Population Movement Operations in Cox’s Bazar The role is also responsible to work with the programme team on creating delivery schedules. As well as ensuring the timely delivery of materials and goods as required by the project activities, maintenance of contracts and capital equipment registers, and stock control records. Furthermore the role is responsible for ensuring required reports are accurate and submitted as per the agreed reporting schedule. The role is expected to maintain a good working relationship with the programme team, BDRCS, PNSs and IFRC PMO office. Duties and responsibilities
Duties applicable to all staff
Diversity We are committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences – including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website. Person Specification
In order to be shortlisted for interview, you need to meet the essential criteria as outlined above. N.B. All disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria (üü) will be short-listed for interview in line with our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme This job description and person specification may be subject to change as a result of operational requirements. Application Instructions:
Country Manager, British Red Cross, 684-686, Bara Mogh Bazar, Dhaka-1217, Bangladesh Or By email at: jobbrcbd@gmail.com Only short-listed candidates will be notified The IFRC is an equal opportunity employer |
