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The Social and Development Association (SDA) is a non-governmental organization that has been dedicated to supporting rural communities in Afghanistan for nearly 20 years. Our target groups include women, children, and other vulnerable populations. Social and development Association (SDA) is a non-profit, non-governmental, organization that works to improve education and reduce illiteracy, unemployment, and poverty in Afghanistan. Our programs focus on improving education, health, and economic opportunities while promoting human rights and social justice. Founded in 2006 by a group of committed Afghan and international professionals, SDA arose from the urgent need for education, capacity building, and livelihood opportunities for underserved communities affected by poverty, conflict, and natural disasters. SDA respects human rights and social justice and strives to improve the well-being of children, women, people with disabilities, elderly and marginalized people. SDA also supports their empowerment and self-reliance through various programs that aim to enhance their skills, knowledge, capacities and access to resources. Some of these programs include literacy classes, vocational training, health awareness campaigns, nutrition interventions, income generation activities, microfinance services, community mobilization and advocacy. SDA is honored to provide humanitarian aid in both emergency and development contexts, with the vision of creating a better future for Afghanistan. SDA believes that by investing in human capital and social and development, it can contribute to the peace, stability and prosperity of the country. SDA receives funding from a wide range of donors, including UN agencies, US donors the EU, Animal rights activists and private individuals

Job Purpose:

The primary purpose of a Logistics Officer is to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective procurement, transportation, storage, and distribution of goods and services required for program operations. The role supports smooth project implementation by managing supply chains, maintaining inventory, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor logistics policies.

Key Objectives:

Efficient Supply Chain Management: 

   Ensure timely procurement, transportation, and delivery of goods and services.

2. Inventory Control: 

   Maintain accurate stock records and ensure proper storage and issuance of materials.

3. Vendor Coordination: 

   Identify, evaluate, and coordinate with reliable suppliers and service providers.

4. Cost-Effectiveness: 

   Optimize logistics operations to reduce costs without compromising quality.

5. Compliance & Documentation: 

   Ensure all logistics processes comply with organizational and donor regulations, maintaining complete and updated records.

6. Fleet & Transport Management: 

   Manage vehicle usage, maintenance, and scheduling to support field operations.

7. Support to Programs: 

   Provide logistical support to program teams for effective implementation of field activities.

8. Emergency Preparedness: 

   Ensure logistics readiness for rapid response during emergencies or humanitarian crises.

The Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:

Procurement:

   - Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

   - Prepare purchase requests and maintain procurement documentation.

   - Identify and manage vendors, collect quotations, and analyze bids.

2. Inventory & Warehousing:

   - Maintain up-to-date inventory records.

   - Ensure proper storage and handling of goods in the warehouse.

   - Conduct regular stock counts and reporting.

3. Transport & Fleet Management:

   - Organize transport of goods and staff to project locations.

   - Maintain vehicle records (logbooks, maintenance, fuel usage).

   - Schedule repairs and routine maintenance of vehicles.

4. Asset Management:

   - Tag and track organizational assets.

   - Maintain updated asset register and report damaged or lost items.

5. Documentation & Reporting:

   - Ensure accurate documentation of all logistics activities.

   - Submit regular reports on stock, procurement status, and fleet usage.

6. Coordination & Compliance:

   - Coordinate with programs, finance, and admin for smooth operations.

   - Ensure compliance with donor and organizational procurement/logistics policies

QUALIFICATIONS   

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSEssential

3 years of relevant experience in logistics, procurement, or supply chain (preferably in NGOs/INGOs, or private sector).

   - Experience with inventory, warehousing, and fleet management is a plus

• Strong understanding of logistics operations (procurement, transport, warehousing).
•    - Good organizational and coordination skills.
•    - Knowledge of market assessment and vendor management.
• Spoken and written fluency in English and Local Languages (Pashto, Dari) and computer literacy (MS Office)

Equal Opportunities The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SDA Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.

Health and Safety The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SDA’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Pre-employment checks
 
Employment with Social and Development Association (SDA) be subject to the following checks prior to your start date:

• a satisfactory police record check and a clear vetting and Due Diligence check
• receipt of three satisfactory references
• Due to the emergency nature of the role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close before the deadline.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their CVs along with Cover letter to hr.sda.ngo@outlook.com

Please ensure to mention the position title and Reference No you are applying for, in the subject line of your E-mail

Incomplete applications or applications received after closing date will not be given consideration.

Country office Address

Wazir Akhbar Khan, House #01, Street #13, Kabul Afghanistan

hr.sda.ngo@outlook.com