Jobs at Terre des hommes (TDH)
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Jobs at Terre des hommes (TDH)
Deadline of these Jobs: 13 November 2022
Terre des hommes is the leading Swiss child relief agency. We are committed to improving the lives of millions of the world's most vulnerable children. Children are the first to suffer in times of war, natural disasters and as a result of poverty. 

Finance and Logistics Officer

Key responsibilities:

  • Perform daily accountancy and financial management by updating the accountancy system according to the project activities and payments
  • Review payments to verify all invoices are correctly filled and are eligible for payment and charged to the correct budget lines
  • Manage the office cash box under the supervision of the Finance coordinator and Project Manager with monthly cash inventory and bank reconciliation report prepared.
  • With Senior HR Officer, support HR and Administration management by keeping track of leaves, attendance sheets and implementation of the staff regulation guidelines.
  • Prepare project and inter base fleet movement plans and disseminate to the base Security Focal Point and the Logistic Manager for approval with Logistics Manager.
  • With Supply Chain Officer and Logistics Manager, ensure Supply Chain Management (procurement, sourcing of quotations, delivery of items/services) are done within Tdh procurement procedures for field thresholds and filing and archiving of the same is done on a monthly basis.
  • Ensure all payment to be made at coordination level have all the supporting documentation before submission.
  • With Logistics officer, ensure Asset & Stock Management are done by conducting quarterly asset and monthly inventory count and ensure all relevant tools (stock cards, stock list, delivery notes, etc) are in use and proper store management are in implemented.
  • The Finance & Logistics officer is responsible for organizing all relevant transportation (road, air) for all Tdh staff at Garissa level (international staff, consultants, partners, etc. Base movement
    plans should be prepared on a weekly basis.
  • The finance & Logistics officer is to ensure control for the fuelling of vehicles as per laid out
    procedures. To also ensure that the drivers fill in the log sheets for both fuel and movement in a
    coherent manner and copies of the log sheets are sent to Coordination office on a monthly basis.
  • On a weekly basis, update and share the purchase follow up with the Supply Chain Officer ,
    Program Manager and the other users.
  • On a monthly basis, compile the logistics report (Equipment/ Asset report, Stock and inventory
    report, Vehicle Fuel consumption report and Vehicle Service report) and submit to the Logistics
    Officer at Coordination office

Coordination

  • Facilitate the communication and support services information sharing within the team and the
    departments for maximum contribution and compliance.
  • Support the Field Coordinator in monitoring and implementation of the Safety and Security plans
    for Garissa County.
  • Participate in support services forums and meetings in Garissa level and liaise with suppliers,
    contractors, Tdh Coordination Office and project staff to disseminate information, best practices,
    lessons learned, etc.

Other:

  • Under take all other duties that may be determined by the supervisor and that are compatible
    with the job

Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

  • Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and
    Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
  • Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies
  • Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of
    transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge:

  • Professional University degree in Business Management or Finance or supply chain management.
  • At least 2 years’ working experience in finance, procurement and or supply chain management in humanitarian response.
  • Good IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Internet).
  • Experience with international NGO is desirable.
  • Demonstrable understanding of diversity issues and proven commitment to and evidence of promoting equity.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and the local languages is essential.

Driver

General Responsibilities

With the support and under the supervision of the Finance/ Logistics Officer, s/he is responsible for the daily management of the cars and any other task assigned by the supervisor.

  • S/he collaborates with other departments for the daily movement plans and follow up of activities.
  • The incumbent will conduct his or her duties in respect of the Charter of Terre des hommes (Tdh) and Tdh Child Protection Policy.
  • Tdh intervenes without any affiliation for politics, religion or financial profit.
  • The incumbent will direct his or her activities and engagements without preoccupation of political, racial or religious affiliation. Tdh expects that its staff and contractors’ professional conduct reflect proper  behaviour in accordance with local culture and traditions.
  • The incumbent assures the moral protection of the name of Tdh and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.

Specific Responsibilities (Activity and Responsibility)

Line Management

  • Report to the Finance/Logistics Officer

Daily Responsibilities

  • Responsible for passengers and other road users’ safety.
  • Responsible for vehicle maintenance and security.
  • Assure the presence in the car of: Logbook, tools and spare parts, complete first aid kit and one spare tyre in good condition.
  • Safe parking.
  • Every morning verifies oil and water levels, battery status, and tires pressure.
  • Correctly fill in and update the Logbook.
  • Keep driving license and car papers valid and ready for inspection.
  • Inform immediately the supervisor and the local authorities of any accident.
  • Inform immediately the supervisor of any technical failure or need for maintenance of the vehicle.
  • Support loading and unloading the car.
  • Refuel the car whenever necessary or when the level gets below half the tank’s capacity.
  • Support the team with small tasks like purchases, mail delivery, etc.

Coordination

  • Ensure and facilitate the communication and information sharing within the team and the departments and contribute to the team responsibilities.
  • Work in close collaboration with other departments.

Security

  • Comply with Tdh Security Regulations

Other

  • Undertake all other duties that may be determined by the supervisor and that are compatible with the job.

Abuse Prevention Policy – Operational Risk Management

  • Commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy
  • Commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies
  • Commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies.

Qualifications and Competencies

  • At least two years’ experience working in the NGO environment
  • Valid driving license
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus
  • Working Knowledge of Garissa County is a plus
  • Understanding, Interest, and commitment to Humanitarian activities
Job Info
Job Category: Several Jobs in one Advert jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 13 November 2022
Duty Station: several locations
Posted: 31-10-2022
No of Jobs: 2
Start Publishing: 31-10-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 31-10-2066
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