Logistician 1 at International Committee of the Red Cross – ICRC

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistician 1

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

The Purpose

• Under the supervision of the Logistics Site Manager (LSM), the Logistician 1 provides technical and operational support in the areas of purchasing, warehousing, stock management and statistics, in accordance with the ICRC’s logistics standards and local legislation.

Your Role

• Ensure smooth coordination across logistics units (Fleet, Transport, Warehouse, Procurement).
• Ensure compliance with ICRC logistics procedures and security rules.
• Demonstrate professional competence and mastery of Logistics.
• Follow up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments
• Ensure that ICRC Logistics systems are in place and operational.
• Contribute to the development and advancement of Logistics.
• Ensure compliance with Logistics standards (set-up, processes, and procedures) and economic use of all resources.
• Ensure compliance with security rules and regulations pertinent to Logistics.
• Manage proper use of Logistics Information System (JD Edwards, Integrated Resources Information System IRIS)
• Provide logistical support to field sites under the supervision of the LSM
• Provides technical support and training for the operation and implements logistic procedures.
• Liaise with other logistics units in MIU (e.g. Supply Chain, Fleet, Warehousing, Dispatch, AirOps).
• Ensure ICRC procurement rules are applied.
• Analyse situation and proposes contractual partners.
• Develop contracts, maintains and updates a network of providers.

your profile
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent higher education degree in business administration, logistics or similar field.
• Skilled in the following competencies: Autonomy & Responsibility; Planning, Organization & Assessment; Communication (Ability to express views and ideas); Analysis & Synthesis.
• Driving licence
• Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in logistics, administration, or similar position.
• Fluent spoken and written English. Knowledge of local languages an asset.
• Computer skills (proficiency in MS Office).

What We Offer

• Grade: B3
• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, fixed-term contract (1year – renewable).
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send their Resume and a cover letter, valid license to practice (where relevant), and a valid ID card to: [email protected] clearly indicating “ABJ202500557 MHPSS FO Biu" as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline 10th December, 2025.

Note

• Only applications submitted through the designated MS Form will be considered for this role.
• The deadline for the submission of applications will be 21.11.2025, 16:30hrs.
• Late applications will not be considered.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Equal opportunities shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, nationality, status, disability, etc.
• (The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.)
• We welcome applications from all qualified candidates; Female & People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• ICRC will not request any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process