One Acre Fund Vehicle and Logistics Associate Job in Rural Kenya

Industry: Non-profit / International Development

Function: Support and Maintenance

Employer: One Acre Fund

Job Title: Vehicle and Logistics Associate

Job Location: Rural Kenya

Commitment: Long term career position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is a growing NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.

One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre. We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve 75,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.

Profile

We are looking for an individual with significant experience as a practicing mechanic to provide outstanding vehicle maintenance for One Acre Fund’s fleet, as well as to provide assistance to the logistics department.

Role Description

Primary role: to provide timely, safe, and cost effective repairs and preventive maintenance of fleet equipment. Secondary role: to perform logistics tasks as requested by the logistics department.

Primary Role: Vehicle Fleet Manager

Your primary role will be to maintain our fleet of vehicles

Accountabilities:

Troubleshoot, diagnose and complete repairs on all types of vehicles.Perform preventative maintenance in fleet.Keep vehicle repair and maintenance historiesKeep vehicle repair and maintenance budgetPerform daily cosmetic checks on vehiclesProcure genuine parts at competitive prices, subject to biannual external auditsEstablish and maintain a repair booking procedureEnsure repairs are carried out with minimal disruption to operations Keep accurate service records Ensure cars are properly insured and licenses renewed in good timePick up and deliver vehiclesSecondary Role: Logistics Associate

Your secondary role will be to perform logistics tasks as requested by the logistics department.

Accountabilities:

You will assist in Warehousing at the NCPBYou will assist in Agricultural Support UnitYou will facilitate the disbursement of input and incentives together with the logistic teamYou will facilitate deliveries in special projectsYou will perform any other official duties as required by your supervisorCritical Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
At least three years as a practising mechanic Must be a competent driver with a valid driving licenceDemonstrated mechanical and technical aptitudeMinimum of 2 years related work experience in maintaining fleet vehicles. Experience working with 4x4s and logistics vehicles. Gasoline, diesel and propane vehicle experience preferredExperience in a leadership or management roleMust have orientation towards customer service and safetyHave exceptional proactive problem solving skillsExceptional communication skills Exceptional punctuality and timelinessAble to handle multiple priorities and effectively communicate issues to supervisor and customersPositively motivates self and others and promotes teamwork; develops team membersMust have demonstrated experience in Microsoft Word and ExcelMust live in, or be willing to relocate to, Bungoma – Western Kenya. Post-secondary certification in Logistics, procurement or any relevant field.Minimum of Certificate qualification in Vehicle Mechanics.Certificate in basic computer studiesCareer Growth and Development – One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly.

Timeline: Resumes should be submitted by April 28th 2012

Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives

Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and transportation allowances

Career Development: Twice Annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply: Email Cover letter and Resume

To kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Vehicle and Logistics Associate + the place you heard of the position) and include salary expectations