Administration / Logistics Officer Job Vacancy at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Administration / Logistics Officer - Volunteer Support

Job Reference # 2013/18

Job Summary
The F2F Volunteer Support Officer will coordinate volunteer assignments, and will work with the Regional and country office to organize relevant logistics and orientation for volunteers.

She/he will assist the F2F Program Country Director in managing the day to day activities of the project and will report to the F2F Program Country Director.

Responsibilities
• Manage and coordinate all in-country logistics for volunteer assignments, including airport pick-up and drop-off, all in-country travel arrangements and accommodations.
• Serve as the in-country contact for volunteers regarding in-country logistics.
• Work directly with CRS HQ Baltimore-based F2F Volunteer Coordinator to coordinate international and in-country travel, and other volunteer needs or requests.
• Assist the F2F Program Country Director to manage relationships with volunteer hosts and in-country partner organizations.
• Coordinate relationship building efforts including host visits and departments in the CRS office.
• Coordinate the logistics for the development of media information gathering, promotional events and other activities related to the in-country role in CRS promotion of the F2F Program.
• Maintain contact with the other three F2F CRS Country Program Offices when developing media information, promotional events and other activities related to CRS’ promotion of the F2F Program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation and facilitation skills
• Experience with Microsoft applications is essential.
• Ability to work constructively with diverse stakeholders
• Proven discretion with confidential and sensitive issues
• Strong networking, negotiating and interpersonal skills
• BA in Administration or related field
• Three to five years’ experience in travel coordination and customer service.
• Knowledge of Kenyan Immigration requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, provide a high degree of professionalism and maintain a positive attitude when problem solving and interacting with internal and external contacts.
• Strong organizational skills

Travel Requirement:
The position requires ability and willingness for occasional domestic and possible international travel.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in the above positions and meet these minimum qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume including day-time telephone contact, as well as names and contact information of three referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org
Important: Indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for on the email subject.
Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.