MSF-OCBA is looking for a Fleet Management Mobile Implementation Officer

General Context: Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent medical-humanitarian organization, which offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

The MSF movement is built around five operational directorates supported by 23 sections and offices worldwide. MSF OCBA is one of those directorates. 

The operations are implemented by 41 field teams and 20 mission coordination teams and organizational units based in Barcelona, Athens, Nairobi and Buenos Aires.
The field operations are guided and supported by 5 Operational Cells, the Emergency Unit and other departments supporting operations, including the Logistics Department

Job Context and General Objective: Within the Logistics Department, hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Terpo in charge of Transport, M.I.O.’s main objective is to support the deployment and implementation of policies, strategies and procedures of the organisations relating to the mechanics and vehicle fleet management areas. 

This implementation will be directly undertaken taking into consideration the adjustments and corrections previously agreed with his/her line manager, and through the training of MSF logisticians, mechanics and drivers.
S/he works in close collaboration with the reference officer for the transport area and with the Logistics Coordinators, to whom s/he is accountable while in their respective missions.
 Main Tasks and ResponsibilitiesEvaluate the implementation of OCBA’s mechanics and vehicle fleet management policies, strategies and procedures.Train MSF mechanics and drivers in maintenance and repair of the MSF vehicle fleet (vehicles, motorcycles, generators, motor pumps and outboard engines)Train the person in charge of the garage, the Log-Admins and if possible the Logistics Coordinator, in vehicle fleet management, mechanics and spare parts and consumables management.Hands on mechanical interventions when needed.Assess the general situation of garages, propose and implement modifications to improve general management, tool follow-up and security and safety regulations at the work place.Identify the needs in terms of additional tools for the person in charge of the garage and the driversPrepare spare parts orders combining mission needs and technical criteria towards a given strategy when needed.Participate in the preparation of procedures and strategies.Participate in trainings and field sharing information events as facilitator if needed.Be proactive on advising and implementing innovative actions oriented to operational improvements.Communicate with stakeholders (Other sections, other organizations…etc.) in the field to be attentive to options.Assess local suppliers of spare partsAssess fuel and oil supplier.Assess the need to keep a buffer stock of fuel at the base or at the counterparts’ warehouses and ensure good storage management.Assess disposal and recycling possibilities at field level.Prepare a Visit Report after each field visit.Selection Criteria

Education and Experience

Mechanics including 4WD. Trucks will be an asset.Training in vehicle management will be considered a plusConsolidated experience in complex contextsExperience in personnel managementLanguages: English essential, French an asset and Spanish will be considered a plusWork experience in humanitarian organisations will be an asset.IT knowledge as a userDriving license a mustCommitment to MSF’s PrinciplesCross-cultural AwarenessBehavioural FlexibilityAnalytical ThinkingStrategic VisionResults and Quality OrientationService OrientationInitiative and InnovationTeamwork and CooperationOthers: Availability to travel abroad about 80% if his/her time and flexibility in terms of working hours (need to work some weekends)

Conditions

Based in the field with frequent travelling and supervisions to the projects (minimum 80 % of his/her working time)Full time jobAnnual gross salary: 26,925.00 Euros (divided into 12 months payments) + secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward PolicyPractical working conditions while in the field are as per the MSF-OCBA guideline.Starting date: ImmediatelyHow to apply:

To apply, all applicants should please send their CV and cover motivation letter under the reference “FMMIO”:

Médicos Sin Fronteras / Dpto. RRHH
recruitment-bcn@barcelona.msf.org
Closing date: 15th April

Replies will only be sent to short-listed candidates

Médecins Sans Frontieres, as a responsible employer, under article 38 of “Ley de Integración Social del Minusválido de 1982 (LISMI)” invite those persons with a recognised disability and with an interest in the humanitarian area to apply for the above mentioned position.

- Monitor the use of vehicles, cranes and construction equipment, maintenance, repairs and fuel consumption;
- Monitor movement plan according to the various projects’ needs;
- Ensure that a logbook system for all the vehicles/cranes/equipment is implemented with total accuracy.
- Monitor the use of fuel. Brief drivers on the security and safety of both passengers and drivers themselves as well as the cargo.
- Maintain a logbook system for all the vehicles/cranes/equipment and ensure that each trip is registered accordingly.
- Maintain a system that could eventually alert on when and what type of basic maintenance/service is needed for each vehicle/equipment.
- Maintain a file on each vehicle/equipments which should then include all specifications (procurement docs, insurances, taxes, users manual, terrific, plate number certificate, repairs/maintenance record, fuel consumption record, accident reports etc)
- Preparation and sending of monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the relevant directors.
- Ensuring that all the fleet in the organisation have all the regulatory requirements like insurance, etc.
- Ensure the proper and efficient management of Organisation assets.
- Ensure that all XXX assets can easily be traceable and that they are all tagged with numbers.
- Maintain the office premises/guest house to the required standards of the organisation.
- Ensure the efficient running, control and repair of other assets of the organisation like Generators.
 Relevant education, diploma or degree (for example in logistics , Business Administration etc. 4 years work experience in the logistics sector, at least 2 years in fleet management; Strong people management and leadership skills; Demonstrated experience in overall responsibility and accountability for the logistical management of an organization; Strong organizational skills. Strong IT skills. Ability to travel to the field for data collection, cross-checking the data and provide training to field staffTo apply, send your CV to cvs@careerdirections.co.ke  before Friday 15th April indicating the position applied on the subject line.

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G4S is the world’s leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.G4S is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange and has an additional stock exchange listing in Copenhagen.G45 has operations in more than 125 countries and more than 635,000 employees.
G4S operates in over 25 countries in Africa and employs over 110,000 people on the continent.At G4S Africa, our vision is to be recognized as the leader in providing security solutions. We therefore endeavour to build and maintain a motivated, capable workforce who are proud to work for our region and able to deliver our commercial strategy.
We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the Group in order to fully engage our workforce. Our employees are the public face of G4S and we recognize and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.
G4S is an organization which is defined by its values, which are:Customer FocusExpertisePerformanceBest PeopleIntegrityCollaboration & TeamworkOne of the G45 Group’s core values is to ensure we employ the Best People. We strive to develop our employees’ competence and inspire them to live our values.G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment.
At G4S Africa, we place great value on attracting and retaining the best people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organization.
Currently, the following vacancies are available and we are inviting online applications by l4 December
2012:Risk & Security DirectorFleet ManagerFor any further enquiries/clarifications, please contact:
Resourcing Manager
G4S Kenya Limited
P. 0. Box 30242-00100 GPO
Tel: +254-20-6982000
Mobile: 0722 314 392/0733 873 494, Nairobi.
G4S Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best practice, diversity and equality. Those who attempt to canvass will be disqualified from the process

Our client, Kenya Airways is one of Africa's leading airlines and a key component in the development of East Africa. Our client is looking for an outstanding candidate to fill the role of Fleet Development Director based in their HQ in Nariobi. This is a very senior position that will report directly to the CEO. The role will encompass a wide range of responsibilities across many disciplines.  

The purpose of the position is to deliver high quality fleet development support to meet Kenya Airways’ strategic, operational and commercial plans, safely, and at an affordable cost across the whole network.   

1         Deliver an Aircraft Acquisition Programme (MAIN TASK)

-          Build dedicated Aircraft acquisition reconfiguration, delivery and life cycle

-          Build long term fleet planning schedule

-          Develop B787 Fleet Plan and Introduction of the new aircraft.

-          Recruit and manage Project Management resources.

-          Acquire and deliver replacement aircraft

-          Planning for delivery/entry into service new aircraft.

-          Planning on return or disposal of aircraft

-          Lead in the preparation of business cases for acquisition and lease of aircraft  

2         Development of Hangar Space

-          Complete design and implementation plan for new Hangars within budget and on time.

-          Relocation of workshops. 

3         Grow the Organisation

-          Set up suitable Technical Training facility in liaison with the Technical Director

-          Lead in the development and implementation of Technical Skills Programme

-          Secure Strategic Partnership with KLM/AF AMO, to deliver revenues

-          Support B737NG Simulator Business

-          Develop  Embraer Service Centre

-          Input into KQ Boeing toolbox and AHM along with EFB software solutions

Knowledge, Skills and Experience 

-          Strong technical service orientation and understanding.

-          Results focused.

-          Well developed commercial awareness and excellent negotiating skills.

-          Strong leadership aptitude and ability to influence people at all levels

-          Ability and patience to understand and work across cultural differences

-          Responsibility for setting and delivering standards.

-          Business and technical process understanding and design.

-          Project management skills. 

The successful candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications/ competencies and experience: 

-          Appropriate technical qualifications backed by a suitable university degree

-          At least 10 years at senior technical managerial level in reputable airline

-          Excellent management and communication skills.

-          Strategic aptitude and the ability to plan and implement strategy

-          Knowledge of the MRO industry and regulatory issues

-          Ability to provide visionary leadership and motivation to technical staff.

-          Impeccable integrity and diligence

-          Proven analytical skills

-          Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

-          Experience in leasing, acceptance and redelivery process.

-          Experience in aircraft acquisition, delivery and life cycle planning.

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SAP Fleet Management Senior Consultant SAP Fleet Management Plant Maintenance (PM) and Customer Service (CS) Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, DRC / Conga, Zimbabwean, SAP Fleet Management Plant Maintenance / Customer Service, SAP Project Systems and SAP Plant Maintenance / Fleet Management,

SAP Fleet Management Senior Consultant (Plant Maintenance (PM) and Customer Service (CS) ) required in Nairobi, Kenya for 7 month contract assignments with on going extensions. Offering excellent rates, flights, accommodation and per diem allowance.

SAP Fleet Management Senior Consultant(Plant Maintenance (PM) and Customer Service (CS) ) required to deliver full lifecycle implementations of SAP Project Systems or SAP Plant Maintenance / Fleet Management.

SAP Fleet Management Senior Consultant (Plant Maintenance (PM) and Customer Service (CS)) must have several years experience in SAP Fleet Management Plant Maintenance / Customer Service and have successfully delivered implementation projects in SAP Fleet Management. Strong business process knowledge and configuration skills in SAP Plant Maintenance / Fleet Management are essential.

Ideally we require resources from local East African Countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania or Ethiopia and we will consider from DRC / Conga or Zimbabwean.

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