Freight Solutions Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Overall Responsibility

• The Freight Solutions Officer is responsible for coordinating shipping and transport by air, sea, road, rail and river for ICRC operations on a global level.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Manages orders for transport, cargo handling and storage ensuring that approvals and recording are carried out according to established criteria;
• Liaises with staff working in the regional centres, headquarters, the Supply Chain Unit and import-export to efficiently plan dispatch and shipment of cargo;
• Maintains and updates shipping instructions to ensure that the required documentation is accurate, on time delivery is achieved and information is shared with the stakeholders;
• Purchase logistics services (transport & handling) in line with the ICRC’s procedures and rules on financial management;
• Negotiates freight charges and ensures that cargo is dispatched in a safe and cost-efficient manner;
• Manage contracts for international road transport services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, negotiating favourable terms and conditions, monitoring performance metrics, and resolving any disputes or issues that may arise;
• Keeps track of all international truck movements and follows up with fleet responsible to ensure a timely and swift turnaround;
• Analyses and mitigates risks (vehicle looting & safety hazards) in dangerous locations;
• Coaches and supervises staff within his team.

Minimum Requirements and competencies

• Degree in Logistics or equivalent;
• Five years’ work experience in transportation/Logistics industry;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English;
• Working knowledge & certification of ERP systems will be an added advantage;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Valid driving license and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulation Certification;
• Strong team leadership skills and Supervision experience;
• Must be a Kenyan Citizen.