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SENIOR LOGISTICS ASSISTANT (Ref.14)

ECHO SOUTH ASIA REGIONAL SUPPORT OFFICE

The European Commission’s Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection department (ECHO) funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union. ECHO works with about 200 operational partners, including United Nations agencies, the Red Cross/Crescent movement and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Aid is channelled impartially, straight to victims, regardless of their race, ethnic group, religion, gender, age, nationality or political affiliation.

ECHO’s South Asia Regional Support Office (RSO) in Delhi provides support to nine countries in South Asia – India, Nepal, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Iran and Maldives.

ECHO South Asia RSO announces the vacant position of ‘Senior Logistics Assistant’ for its Regional Support Office based in New Delhi.

PROFILE Higher education and/or equivalent adequate experience, university degree is an advantage Demonstrate at least 5 years relevant working experience in logistics functions Computer literate and proficiency in use of MS Office applications and MS Outlook Capacity to manage and coordinate a team of about 5 persons and to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team Demonstrate flexibility, versatility, initiative, pro-activity, diplomacy, dynamism and enthusiasm. Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines Willing to carry out missions across South Asia Speaking and writing Hindi fluently Excellent in written and spoken English; other relevant languages will be considered as a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION

The incumbent serves as Senior Logistics Assistant in ECHO RSO Delhi with the overall responsibility for independently planning and executing all logistics functions, providing effective support and advice to ECHO RSO Delhi and ECHO field offices in the region and ensuring efficient management of service contracts. Also assuring that regional needs for procurement and other logistical duties are properly covered. In addition, the employee provides the necessary surge support to all the ECHO field offices under ECHO RSO Delhi area of responsibility.

Applications MUST comprise of: A cover letter setting out briefly the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position. A completed CV in the EC standard format only (The EC Standard format can be downloaded from the same web page http://ec.europa.eu/delegations/india/about_us/vacancies/index_en.htm). The name, position and contact number/details (telephone, fax, e-mail) of three references, one of them being from the last employer. Any pertinent recommendation letter(s) that the candidate may wish to add. A copy of education certificates/diplomas/degrees. A copy of relevant work certificates.

CONTRACT

A contract of employment will be concluded for an initial period of one year, subject to a successful completion of 6 month probation period. Employment is expected to start in April 2011. The candidate will be placed in Group 2 on the ECHO salary grid. The step on the group will depend on the work experience.

The European Commission’s Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection department (ECHO) is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The working conditions include working with a dynamic, enthusiastic and engaged team in an open and collaborative environment.

Applications must arrive in the ECHO Regional Support Office no later than 10/02/2011 at 17:00 hrs local time. The application should be clearly marked Senior Logistics Assistant (Ref. 14) on the envelope. No electronic application is accepted.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates must abstain from contacting the ECHO Regional Support Office for information on the selection process. Any candidate that in any way tries to influence the selection process will be disqualified immediately.

Address for applications:

ECHO South Asia Regional Support Office

Regional Administrative Coordinator

Application for the post of Senior Logistics Assistant (Ref 14)

C-384, Defence Colony

New Delhi - 110024

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