Job Title: Transport & Logistics Officer, Zambia
Organization: The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
Job ID: 52165
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Office Location: Lusaka, Zambia
WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends.
As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Transport & Logistics officer support TNC operations in Zambia. Reporting to the Zambia Operations Administrator. The position will be based at the TNC Lusaka office.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Transport & Logistics officer will work as part of a team within a business unit coordinating tasks related to one or more functional activities, such as operations support, procurement, meetings management, special events, training, volunteer program.
- Responsible of all the program vehicles, equipment & machinery inventory, storage, and maintenance.
- Responsible for management of Vehicle fleet, arranging Insurance, vehicle service and maintenance, records of repairs and fuel usage as well as maintaining logbook for staff and visitors on conservancy related travels
- Ensure compliance with local requirements and TNC Policies and Procedures
- Collaborate with Operations Administrators to coordinate access and allocation of vehicles for all staff as per planned activity schedules and taxi service arrangements.
- Coordinate roster of external drivers and rental cars when needed.
- Assist the Operations Administrators with basic banking functions, collection of quotations, distribution of office letters, purchases of office supplies, printing and photocopying and helping with filing office documentation and paperwork.
- Support booking of meetings, conference venues, visitors’ accommodation, and airport transfers.
- Identify routine problems and utilize existing resources for resolution, with the help of the supervisor and demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.
- Be willing to travel, work overtime, and work evenings and weekends as needed; and serve as a team member for assigned projects.
- Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience coordinating administrative processes.
- Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
- Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
- Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
- Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
- Ability to analyze information for the purpose of coordinating and planning activities and solving problems. Excellent customer service skills and focus.
- Ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results.
- Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
- Knowledge of current trends in specific field.
- Strong organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 52165, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Where legally permissible, TNC requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated and willing to keep up to date with vaccines that protect against COVID-19. By accepting an offer of employment, you agree to comply with this requirement, unless you are entitled to a legally mandated exemption.
