Base Logistician at Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA)

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Company: Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA)
Location: Gashua, Yobe
Employment Type: Full-time

Main Purpose

The Base Logistician will supervise daily logistics activities and oversee the maintenance of ALIMA equipment, facilities and infrastructure. The role ensures that logistics operations, assets, procurement, fleet, transport and facilities are properly managed in line with ALIMA standards and protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Base and Facilities Management

Monitor and maintain ALIMA offices, guest houses, equipment and infrastructure.
Conduct regular facility inspections and report faults, damages and maintenance needs.
Supervise minor rehabilitation and maintenance works.
Ensure offices and compounds remain clean, organised and properly maintained.
Oversee gardening, watering and waste management activities.

Assets, Warehouse and Procurement

Manage non-medical stocks, equipment and fixed assets in accordance with ALIMA standards.
Maintain stock cards, asset registers, coding, tagging and movement records.
Monitor asset maintenance and disposal requirements.
Manage the procurement cycle, including procurement planning, supplier assessment and order follow-up.
Conduct local market assessments and maintain updated supplier and price lists.
Send RFQs/RFPs to selected suppliers and ensure compliance with procurement procedures.
Follow up on deliveries and coordinate with relevant teams on receipt and verification of goods.
Ensure proper transportation, supply and distribution of goods.

Safety and Security

Ensure ALIMA premises comply with safety and security requirements.
Monitor fire safety equipment, electrical installations and other safety measures.
Ensure appropriate surveillance and guarding of ALIMA facilities.
Liaise with local security contacts and provide updates on security issues.

Fleet and Transport Management

Oversee vehicle, generator and fuel management.
Plan and monitor staff movements and transportation requirements.
Supervise, train and motivate drivers and ensure compliance with ALIMA driving rules.
Maintain vehicle and generator log sheets and monitor fuel consumption.
Track vehicle servicing and maintenance and liaise with service providers.
Prepare driver schedules and duty rosters.

Communication and IT

Support the proper functioning and maintenance of communication systems.
Assist with server and project computer maintenance.
Ensure regular computer backups and virus-definition updates in coordination with the ICT Supervisor.

Reporting and Documentation

Report accidents, loss, damage, theft and other incidents to the appropriate supervisor.
Maintain accurate logistics, maintenance, procurement and asset records.
Monitor potential stock-outs and expiring items and submit regular reports.
Conduct regular inspections of offices and guest houses and report identified issues.
Follow up maintenance and construction activities.

People Management

Supervise guards, drivers and daily workers within the area of operation.
Prepare staff duty rosters and monitor leave schedules.
Ensure staff have clear job descriptions and hold regular meetings to address operational gaps.
Promote ALIMA’s policies on the prevention of abuse of power, gender-based violence and sexual violence.
Support awareness and training activities relating to safeguarding and protection.
Monitor and replenish hibernation stocks when necessary.

Requirements

Secondary education and a technical diploma or technical university degree.
Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in logistics-related activities.
Previous experience with ALIMA or another international NGO is desirable.
Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to supervise logistics, procurement, fleet and facilities-related activities.

Application Closing Date

4th September, 2026 at 5:00pm.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should Click here to apply online.

Note: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.