VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POST OF
ECHO NEW DELHI OFFICE
The European Commission’s Directorate General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) funds relief operations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts outside the European Union (EU). For humanitarian aid, the Commission 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.
DG ECHO applies a policy of equal opportunities. Our recruitment policy is based on respect of diversity and on maintaining the gender balance. Our human resources management provides for balance between professional and private life, and support for training and developments opportunities.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The jobholder plans and executes all necessary logistics functions to ensure the smooth running of the offices under their area of responsibility. The jobholder carries out supervision on the whole logistics processes, day to day coordination with offices, and crisis support on logistics matters. In addition, the jobholder acts as a focal point for the logistics personnel of the field offices on logistics management issues and provides the necessary support to all DG ECHO field offices under their area of responsibility.
As a logistics focal point, the LO can be deployed on request to other regions (areas not under their direct responsibility) to provide temporary support either with a crisis management role or to provide regular support as per defined needs. Throughout the DG ECHO field network, the jobholder contributes to increasing the logistics team technical competencies by providing specific training / coaching based on identified needs. The jobholder also contributes proactively to the development of new logistics tools and processes, in close cooperation with the RLCs of the field network and the responsible ACs for the Office.
With their contribution, the LO supports the Authorising Officer by Sub-Delegation in the adherence to the Internal Control Framework of DG ECHO and may support the AFO/AC/RLC in undertaking parts of the Internal Office Verifications related to logistical matters in the wider sense.
The LO is responsible for the procurement, supply and logistics to provide equipment and support to DG ECHO offices in (and on request outside) the region, and to ensure the smooth running of the offices.
The jobholder commits to strict confidentiality.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Knowledge and Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience at national or international level in administration, procurement or logistics.
- Knowledge of working processes (purchase orders, preparation of contracts for services and goods, tendering, protocol, etc.).
- Previous experience in a Governmental or other International Organisation is an advantage.
- High level class driving experience including a good knowledge of the country/region.
- Proven knowledge of car maintenance.
- Good communication skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure in a multitasking position.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Good experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
Languages:
- Fluency in English (oral and written); French is an asset.
- An excellent knowledge Hindi (oral and written) is an asset.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications MUST comprise of:
- cover letter (setting out the candidate’s motivation and suitability)
- a detailed CV (preferably Europass format). The Standard format can be downloaded from the web page of https://echo.gestmax.eu/14336/29/logistics-officer-new-delhi/en_US
- Other relevant documents, if applicable (e.g. work certificates, diploma (s), degree (s), publications, driving license, national ID or residence permit etc.)
- References (including contact details of the HR department and the supervisor) that can be consulted by DG ECHO. At least one of the references must include a recent employer.
Candidates MUST abstain from contacting the ECHO New Delhi office for information on the selection process or for any other purpose. Any form of canvassing, soliciting, or influencing will be treated as grounds for disqualification.
Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted. They will have to bring with them the original or certified copies of all the supporting documents (work certificates, diplomas, etc.) during the interview stage.
THE EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
The contract is initially for one year with possibility of renewal subject to a successful completion a 4- month probationary period and following a positive annual evaluation.
As an indication, the monthly basic salary is on average approximately INR. 266,261which corresponds to eight years of the minimum required experience and will be adapted according to the exact duration of relevant professional experience supported by a work certificate. Besides the basic salary, the employee will receive a 13th salary, Provident Fund of 12%, as well as a medical coverage. (The salary is subject to local taxes).
The Code of conduct applicable to national staff employed by DG ECHO can be found via the following link: Code of conduct - ARES(2018)1322744.”
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