Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, February 02, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Vacancy No. CVDC/010/01/23
Position summary
The successful candidate will oversee the BOHEMIA store at KEMRI Kwale and will implement best record keeping and storage practices. They will be involved in receiving equipment/materials, managing inventory, conducting follow up on equipment when needed and communicating effectively with the management and fieldworker team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience as a storeroom attendant (or a similar type of position) with a demonstrated track-record in handling and organising inventory with highest degree of integrity and professionalism.

Job Specification
• Record and track the inventory of all stored items;
• Maintain an active registry, updating records to register supplies and materials received and dispensed;
• Conduct physical inventory checks on a routine schedule;
• Verify inventory records and correct discrepancies;
• Distribute storeroom materials in accordance with requisition forms or other;
• Alert project manager when items need to be re-ordered and when anomalies/breakages are registered;
• Ensure the storeroom is kept clean and orderly;
• Other tasks as directed by the project manager team.

Person Specification
• KCSE mean grade D+ or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Minimum of a Certificate in procurement, supply chain, records management or any related field

Key Skills and Competencies
• Excellent English and Kiswahili communication skills;
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to update and maintain a computer inventory register;
• Ability to write and prepare packing slips and labels;
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills;
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills;
• Demonstrated adaptability and ability to manage a rapidly changing environment;
• Experience with Microsoft Office;
• Experience developing an inventory control system will be an added advantage; and
• Experience with environmental or health research or program is an added advantage.

Desired Qualities
• Have at least one (1) year experience as a storeroom attendant (or a similar type of position);
• Demonstrated track-record in handling and organising inventory with highest degree of integrity and professionalism;
• Ability to lift and carry heavy and/or cumbersome items;
• Ability to work under tight timelines and in a fast paced environment; and
• Must be a Kwale resident and proficiency in a Mijikenda language.


Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure

Applications MUST include the following:
• Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER)
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
• Contacts of three referees including telephone numbers and/or e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates.
• Contact telephone number

Application letter should be addressed to
The Deputy Director, CGMR (C), P. O. Box 428– 80108 Kilifi.
Application deadline is February 13, 2023

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