The LNRCS is accepting applications for the positions of Admin & Finance Assistant; Logistic Assistant and Youth and Volunteer Coordinator from any suitably qualified Liberians interested in any of the positions.
| Job Description | Youth and Volunteer Coordinator |
| Function: | Youth & Volunteer | Grade: | E |
| Department: | Youth & Volunteer | Unit: | OD |
| Place of Employment: | HQ | Contract: | Fix term |
| Direct Supervisor | National Society Development/ Programme | ||
| Technical Supervisor: | Secretary General |
Job Purpose:
The Youth and Volunteer Coordinator (YVC) is responsible, under the supervision of the Secretary General, is responsible for the planning, organizing and directing the volunteering development in LNRCS in order to ensure the resuscitation of its volunteer-network. The occupant of this post will provide leadership and serve as the focal person for Liberian Red Cross volunteers. He/she will also work with the heads of the volunteers in the various chapters and branches to develop relevant programs that would ensure that volunteers are active and adhere to the policies of the National Society. The holder of this post will also work to ensure that all volunteers are protected and care for, while ensuring that all of the necessary system to ensure Transparency and Accountability are in place.
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Lateral Relationships
Build effective working relationships with other departments, chapters and branches and ensure the flow of relevant information in both directions
Qualification and Experience:
| Education | Bachelor or Associate Degree in Sociology, Management, of any social scienceCertificate in Psychosocial work, gender-based violence and or peace and conflict management, etc. |
| Experience | A minimum of 3 years working experience in social work or related fields preferably in rural area. Working with conflicts, human rights, gender, youths, and women groupsBackground in youth advocacy and volunteerismKnowledge of community developmentExperience working for the LNRCS will be an advantage |
| Knowledge and Skills | Good interpersonal skillsStrong mediating, negotiating and problem solving skillsSkills in working with distressed and stressed peopleExcellent knowledge of and experience in health and psychosocial development programming and management practices in a rural environmentAbility to train, coach and mentor staff and volunteersDemonstrated capacity to work with sensitivity in a multi-cultural environment and in developing and coordinating networks and coalitions to accomplish goalsExperience in security management is an assetStrong report writing and presentation skillsStrong planning, monitoring, evaluation skillsComputer skills – word processing and e-mail Demonstrates initiative in developing action plans and resolving problems as they occurSkills in negotiation, advocacy, and networkingCommitment to represent the RCRC Movement and to act in accordance with Red Cross Fundamental Principles and the LNRCS Code of Conduct |
| Language: | Fluent written and spoken English |
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- line manager
Specific Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Provide regular update and report to line manager
- Any other tasks as assigned by line manager
HOW TO APPLY: The deadline for submissions of letter of Application, CV and all other relevant certificates and documents is March 26, 2021 4:30 PM. All applications should be submitted to lnrcs.recruitment2016@liberian-redcross.org Please mention “Youth and Volunteer Coordinator” in the subject line.
| Job Description | Logistic Assistant |
| Function: | Logistic Assistant | Grade: | E1 |
| Department: | Administration | Unit: | PMER |
| Place of Employment: Duty Station: | Monrovia HQ | Contract: | Fix term |
| Direct Supervisor | Admin & Finance Manager | Duration | |
| Technical Supervisor: | Admin & Finance Manager |
Job Purpose:
Under the direct Supervision and the guidance of the Admin & Finance Manager, the Logistics Assistant will be in charge of providing support to the various departments for the management of the logistics activities related to Fleet, Warehouse, Procurement and General Logistics and he /she will perform as necessary miscellaneous job-related duties. He / she will also be in charge of driving the LNRCS team and the materials and equipment for the programs activities when required by the Logistics Coordinator.
Lateral Relationships
Build effective working relationships with other departments, chapters and branches and ensure the flow of relevant information in both directions to ensure the views of communities’ influences key decisions.
Qualification and Experience:
| Education | University degree or Diploma in Logistics/Management/Supplies Professional qualification in Administration and Logistics Must have a valid driving license, Valid ECOWAS passport driving license, First Aid certificate/knowledge |
| Experience | 02 years of working in similar position, Good driving experience in remote areas of Liberia and knowledge of Liberia road network, Experience in working with a wide range of individuals irrespective of culture and socio-economic status. Working experience in Humanitarian environment. RC/RC Experience. |
| Knowledge and Skills | Good Knowledge of Logistics Standards (Purchasing, Storage, Stocks, Rehabilitation, Inventories…) Good knowledge and Familiar with the Liberia’s traffic rules and regulations including safety signs, etc Good Knowledge in Mechanics (Able to hear and understand unusual vehicle sounds, horns, sirens and other ordinary traffic sounds and warnings) Ability to solve practical problems and react quickly and calmly to changing or emergency circumstances Ability to work in compliance with established Logistics policies and procedures Ability to read and understand rules, operating and maintenance manuals, company procedures and customary travel documents Ability to drive whenever required for work purposes Ability to produce a report Good interpersonal and communication ability Discretion and Loyalty, Integrity and good personal conduct |
| Language: | Very good command of English |
DUTIES Applicable to all:
- Work towards the achievement of the National Society’s mandate in the country through effective managerial and lateral relationships and teamwork.
- Ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities.
- Perform other work-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the line manager or the Secretary General.
Job duties and Responsibilities
- Assets Management and Inventory
- Track the assets in LNRCS’s office and on the field.
- Manage the movement of LNRCS assets from one place to another within the Country
- Produce a monthly inventory report
- Procurements
- Provide assistance for the management of the sourcing, procurement and delivery of national and international goods and services as appropriate in a timely and cost effective manner and in the respect of the LNRCS procurement process.
- Obtain quotations, prepare comparative bid analysis and purchase recommendations, purchase appropriate supplies and organize delivery.
- Identify and maintain accurate suppliers’ information for regularly-purchased items: keep informed of local market conditions and establish and maintain good working relations with suppliers and inspection companies.
- Transportation Management
- Receive request of movement from the LNRCS team and provide good and timely transportation services to the staff.
- Prepare and manage the daily transportation of the LNRCS and arrange all airport and field movement (pickup and drop up) at arrival or departure (in and out of the Country) for all LNRCS’s staff and Partners.
- Purchase of Office supplies
- Provide assistance to the various departments in purchasing goods and services
- Maintaining a Goods stock report
- Driver
- Drive assigned vehicles according to LNRCS rules and regulations
- Regularly inspect the vehicle prior to taking it away ensuring it conforms to standard road safety measures.
- Provide transportation of personnel (the LNRCS Team, PNS and staffs), equipment, the couriers and cargo to various destinations, safely and as instructed.
- Help deliver communications and take on errands as they may arise
- Ensure that all occupants (including the Driver himself) of the vehicles wear safety seat belts at all times and Driver do not proceed with vehicle until all occupants wears seat belt as strict restriction.
- Ensure unauthorized riders do not ride and/or drive assigned vehicles
- Ensure regular maintenance of assigned vehicles
- Maintains assigned vehicles in clean, polished, flawless operating condition.
- Visually inspects and manually tests vehicle pre-departure and before accepting passengers.
- Maintains and operates communications devices, emergency response and contingency equipment, including fire extinguisher, flares or reflectors, etc.
- Read and understand specific vehicle operating manual
- Understand and Obey to all traffic laws and driving rules as set by the LNRCS
- Maintain vehicle log up to date and with all the information required
- Keep an inventory of the tools and accessories of the vehicles
- Provide assistance to the operations with field missions when needed
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
HOW TO APPLY: The deadline for submissions of letter of Application, CV and all other relevant certificates and documents is March 26, 2021 4:30 PM. All applications should be submitted to lnrcs.recruitment2016@liberian-redcross.org Please mention “Logistic Assistant” in the subject line.
| Job Description | Admin & Finance Assistant |
| Function: | Admin & Finance Assistant | Grade: | E |
| Department: | Administration | Unit: | Finance |
| Place of Employment: Duty Station: | Monrovia HQ | Contract: | Fix term |
| Direct Supervisor | Finance Officer | Duration | March 1 – May 31, 2021 |
| Technical Supervisor: | Admin & Finance Manager |
Job Purpose:
To support the Finance Officer in financial management and controls, responsible for project accounting and reporting, examine all project control accounts and reconcile them with general ledger records. To implement finance procedures controls and monitor the accounting system and reporting.
Lateral Relationships
Build effective working relationships with other departments, chapters and branches and ensure the flow of relevant information in both directions to ensure the views of communities’ influences key decisions. The coordinator is especially expected to work closely with other program team.
Qualification and Experience:
| Education | Associate Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, Management or Finance. |
| Experience | At least two (2) years’ experience in financial business administration, management and or human resource management, accounting and reporting.Proficiency in Excel, Word and key financial software including QuickBooks, etcAbility to manage tasks at key government regulatory institutions. |
| Knowledge and Skills | Computerized accounting systems Excellent data analysis skills Self – motivated and fast learner Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills |
| Language: | Very good command of English |
DUTIES Applicable to all:
- Work towards the achievement of the National Society’s mandate in the country through effective managerial and lateral relationships and teamwork.
- Ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities.
- Perform other work-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the line manager or the Secretary General.
Job duties and Responsibilities
- To assist the program manager prepare their Programme budget and its revision from time to time.
- To assist the Finance Officer prepare cash forecast and cash request on a timely basis.
- Process all payment requests (checking budget, fund available, financial procedures, approval authorities, payments through petty cash and check, etc within time depending on urgency of payments
- Check and process working advances and other settlements.
- To enter financial data into the system or manual books (cash book), ledger, register, etc) and prepare monthly, quarterly, annual accounts and financial reports to different stakeholders.
- Support the Finance Officer to prepare monthly budget and expenditure analysis.
- Examine all control accounts and reconcile them with the general ledger balances.
- Maintain all records of income and expenditure for the project.
- Prepare revenue and expenditure analyses and summaries and maintain a record of receipt and payment
- To prepare expenditure supplies and cash journals and to post the general ledger.
- Perform office tasks such as filing, data entry, photocopying
- Perform transactions, issuing checks, updating ledgers and budgets
- Prepare financial reports and closing monthly records.
- Assis with audits, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
HOW TO APPLY: The deadline for submissions of letter of Application, CV and all other relevant certificates and documents is March 26, 2021 4:30 PM. All applications should be submitted to lnrcs.recruitment2016@liberian-redcross.org Please mention “Admin & Finance Assistant” in the subject line.
