Logistics Assistant

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EXTERNAL POSTING

-POSITION TITLE: Logistics Assistant

-POSITION LOCATION: Amman - Jordan

-REPORTS TO: Logistics & Procurement Officer

-CONTRACT TERM: Full time, 1 year (renewable based on performance and fund availability)

-LANGUAGES REQUIRED: Good spoken and written English Skills & Fluency in Arabic

-APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 13th, 2026

-START DATE: As soon as possible

BACKGROUND:

WUSC is a Canadian global development organization working to catalyze positive education and economic outcomes for young people. We bring together and collaborate with a diverse network of partners (including students, volunteers, schools, governments, not-for-profits, and businesses) who share this mission. Together, we influence systems change, and foster inclusive, youth-centered solutions that enable young people to thrive and belong. We work with all young people, with a focus on women and displaced populations. WUSC currently operates in 28 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as in Canada, with an annual budget of approximately CAD $65 million. Our global team includes over 100 staff in Canada and more than 250 staff internationally, implementing a diverse portfolio of development projects in collaboration with numerous multilateral and bilateral donors, and philanthropic foundations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Driving & Navigating WUSC Jordan Fleet (as per WUSC Road Safety & Fleet Management Manual)

• To be responsible for any vehicle they drive, and transporting authorized WUSC personnel on official duty and cargo to the points of destination. This includes collecting documents/goods from partners and suppliers;
• To be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of their designated WUSC vehicle(s). This includes checking of oil (engine & brakes) and water (battery), adjusting Gas pressure as well as ensuring that all required tools in the vehicle are functional and available;
• To coordinate with any supplier who is renting out any vehicle(s) to WUSC Jordan Office to ensure timely maintenance, repairs, and reviewing the received monthly invoices before being transferred to the Finance Department team;
• To be responsible for the safe-keeping of tools and documents kept in the vehicle. Any damage or loss must be reported immediately;
• To be responsible for the designated vehicle/s being representative and clean (interior as well as exterior) at all times;
• To follow the schedule of servicing of the designated WUSC vehicles;
• To ensure that non-WUSC staff traveling in WUSC vehicles are signing a “Disclaimer (Waiver) form”;
• To carry out multi-drop deliveries in a timely and safe manner as per the needs of the office;
  

2) Operational & IT Logistics

• To assist in maintaining and up keeping the office;
• To support the team members with IT logistical issues and maintenance of electronic and electrical devices and equipment;
• To follow quality support standards to team members and comply with procedures, rules and regulations;
• To ensure that the facility remains clean, sanitary, and well-organized;
• To create, maintain and update a list of useful suppliers;
• To liaise with the Logistics & Procurement Officer whenever maintenance of office facilities is required or in case of security and safety issues are raised and logistical assistance is needed;
• To provide efficient support to all staff, volunteers, and visitors through facilitating arrangements related to visas extensions /residency permits, etc;
• To review and validate the received transportation invoices and field travel logs from the transportation taxi firm before being transferred to the project manager and afterwards to the Finance Department team;
• To provide logistical support for WUSC team members operating in the field or placed in different governorates. This support includes logistical and operational support when needed;
• To undertake any other tasks assigned by the line supervisor;

3) Procurement

• To supervise goods delivery to the office by suppliers (if delivery is not offered/covered by supplier);
• To support in drafting competitive bid analysis and purchase orders in partnership with the Logistics & Procurement Officer, and process the procurement main steps whenever needed;
• To facilitate processing of outstanding invoices and payments to the Finance Department team;
• To organize materials/documents transportation to assigned locations;
• To follow up and track on purchased materials and/or services and store documents movement in partnership with the Logistics & Procurement Officer;
• To ensure effective documentation and monitoring of office inventory, and assist in labeling WUSC Office and the projects’ partners’ fixed assets.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Experience:

• Must hold a valid Jordanian driver’s license;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in driving;
• Experience in working with NGO/INGOs or with regional/local development agencies in the logistics field is required;
• Must be able to drive vehicles with automatic and/or manual gear with an excellent knowledge of streets and neighborhoods, roads and road conditions in order to easily navigate from one location to another; (Driving license type 3-1 at least);
• Willingness to travel within Jordan to various locations as needed;
• Adhere to all of WUSC policies and procedures, especially WUSC Jordan Travel & Transport Policy.
  

Competencies:

• Knowledge of vehicle mechanics can be helpful;
• Physical ability to conduct the required tasks;
• First aid skills and knowledge;
• Self-confidence, maturity and ability to co-operate with a wide variety of people;
• Ability to work on own initiative & under pressure and to meet deadlines;
• Computer literacy with good knowledge in (Excel, Word, etc);
• Knowledge of working processes (purchase orders, preparation of contracts for services and goods, tendering, protocol, etc);
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Adherence to the Gender Equality approach and the values of social inclusion.
  
  

Education:

• Diploma in Business Administration, Information Management, Transport or Logistics, or any other relevant field, or equivalent professional experience
• Reasonable knowledge in English and Math
  

Languages:

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Fluency in Arabic

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time job position.
• Working hours and days are Sunday till Thursday, 7:00/9:30 A.M. – 3:00/5:30 P.M. with the high possibility of participating in field duty trips across the mission area (in Amman and in any other governorates) which could extend after the official working hours

APPLICATIONS:

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion, sexual exploitation or abuse of any form.

WUSC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

If you are interested in this position, please follow this link to apply through our website.