Project Description 

• FHI 360 UK-Nigeria is the wholly owned subsidiary of FHI 360 UK, who themselves are a wholly owned subsidiary of FHI 360, and combined form part of FHI 360’s family of companies. 
• FHI 360 UK-Nigeria was incorporated in 2026 to carry on the business of programme implementation, project management and the provision of advisory, technical and support services in relation to humanitarian, development, public health, educational and social impact initiatives, including the execution and management of projects funded by governmental, multilateral, bilateral or private institutions. 
• This is in addition to supporting the full range of FHI 360 services, particularly in global health security and economic resilience.
• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity.
• FHI 360 UK and FHI 360 UK-Nigeria are now expanding activities to support FHI 360 in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis through integrated WASH, Health, Nutrition and Protection interventions.

Basic Function

• Under the direction of the logistics Manager & Field Coordinator, the Logistics Assistant will be responsible for the provision of logistical services and operating the warehouse containing a wide variety of project materials and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the submission of weekly humanitarian cargo movement requests to the cluster.
• Support fleet management/drivers’ orientation etc.
• Verify quantities of goods delivered, inspect for damage, and enter DPA.
• Prepare and maintain records concerning the receipt and issuance of materials.
• Assists logistics officer on haulage inspection and dispatch of Goods.
• Update computer inventory control records.
• Perform periodic physical inventory spot checks and reconciles with inventory records.
• Assist in determining proper inventory levels, ordering points, and ordering quantities.
• Liaises with the Field Coordinator to minimize inventory and eliminate obsolete items.
• Track usage of supplies and report on any incidence of loss or damages.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc/BA degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Estate Management or related field with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations is an advantage.
• Experience using inventory management software is an advantage.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to comprehend and make inferences from technical materials and equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pricing, contract negotiations, policies, and procedures.
• Technical understanding of office and other mechanical and electrical equipment. 
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Work independently with initiative to manage high-volume workflow.
• Must exhibit high levels of professionalism, integrity, and ethical values always.
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work as a team member.