Transport and Logistics Officer

DUE: 21 JULY 2023

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions which have arisen at the Women’s University in Africa.

Reporting

The Transport and Logistics Officer will report to the Deputy Director, Operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Processing transport requests and allocating pool vehicles to users for optimal use;
• Overseeing the operations, maintenance and repairs of University fleet and ancillary equipment;
• Ensuring that University vehicles are roadworthy, branded, serviced and licensed timeously and stored safely;
• Developing policy procedures and safety protocols in order to improve the provision of transport services to the University;
• Drafting and presenting weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports on the status of the University’s fleet;
• Managing resources in an economic, efficient and cost-effective manner, and in line with set standards, policies and procedures;
• Overseeing and scheduling vehicle inspection, maintenance, and servicing to minimise down time;
• Overseeing the maintenance of vehicle information and inspection records;
• Superintending over the routing and timetabling of the University fleet;
• Leading in the investigations into vehicle accidents, incidences, damages, misuse and abuse.
• Processing of transport requests from University satellite campuses;
• Managing Board of Surveys and disposal of vehicles;
• Providing strategic inputs and recommendations into the purchase of new vehicles or related equipment for the University;
• Handling of fleet related grievances, queries and complaints from University clients;
• Supervising junior staff in the Transport and Logistics Section; and
• Performing any other duties as delegated by the Deputy Director, Operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Higher National Diploma in Transport Management or equivalent from a reputable examination board;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Transport Management/Administration from a recognised university is an added advantage;
• Must hold a clean class 4 driver’s license;
• Defensive Driver’s License is a must;
• Membership of a Professional board is an added advantage;
• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience as Transport and Logistics Officer or equivalent; and
• Experience in the transportation industry is an added advantage.

Attributes

• Outstanding organisational skills;
• Analytical mind-set, good problem-solving skills, and attention to detail;
• A high degree of maturity, self-discipline, initiative and creativity;
• A good team leader and player;
• Ability to handle confidential information; and
• Ability to work under pressure.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit 6 sets of applications with detailed CV, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications by Friday 21 July 2023 to:

The Deputy Registrar (Human Resources & Administration)
Women’s University in Africa
P.O Box GD 32 Greendale
Harare

Or

Hand deliver at
Women’s University in Africa
Number 549 Arcturus Road Greendale
Harare