Internal/External Vacancy Announcement

Orbis International is a nonprofit humanitarian organization that works in developing countries to save sight worldwide.  Orbis prevents and treats blindness through hands-on training, public health education, improved access to quality eye care, and partnerships with local health care organizations in an effort to eliminate avoidable blindness.  Orbis International-Ethiopia is a legally registered Country Office of this organization, carrying out the same mission in Ethiopia.

Orbis International-Ethiopia is seeking to recruit a Logistics Assistant for its Addis Ababa Office.

The main functions consist of, but not limited to the following:

A.  JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Logistics and Transport Coordinator, the Logistics Assistant is responsible for managing the receipt and dispatch of both medical and non-medical supplies. The role involves close collaboration with procurement and other teams to ensure smooth operations.

The Logistics Assistant maintains accurate records of goods received, issued, and returned in compliance with Orbis protocols and government procedures, while generating timely reports. He/she ensures that the store management system functions efficiently and effectively, providing reliable logistics and store management services to support organizational needs.

B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Logistics and Transport Coordinator, the Logistics Assistant will have the following specific duties and responsibilities: 

Store Security and Access Management:

• Keep store keys in safe condition and obtain permission before duplicating.

• Control the safety of the stores and report incidents promptly.

• Ensure warehouses are cleaned, stocks are secured, and protected from rain, dust, pilferage, and deterioration.

Receiving & Issuing Materials:

• Receive incoming materials, prepare goods receiving notes, record, and file appropriately.

• Issue materials against authorized requisitions and file store issue vouchers.

• Control daily receipt and issue of items, distributing copies to relevant sections.

• Maintain files of received and issued items.

Inventory & Stock Control:

• Update monthly status of stores in each center and arrange proper inventory control.

• Update bin cards and control stock balances.

• Prepare monthly stock reports on stock movement for support offices and centers.

• Control arrangement of items by location, shelf, code, and group for easy retrieval.

• Ensure stock is arranged for easy physical count and stock-taking.

• Prepare requisitions to replenish materials on time to avoid stock-outs.

• Maintain optimum stock levels to minimize storage, insurance, and ordering costs.

• Propose disposal of damaged, obsolete, or expired materials.

• Participate in and facilitate annual physical inventory and regular stock takes.

• Participate with fixed asset count team and keeping a file for fixed asset register for those used in pool with temporary handover.

• Implement cost-effective material handling systems.

• Ensure correct systems and procedures are followed by user departments.

• Perform other responsibilities as directed by the Logistics and Transport Coordinator.

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Salary: Based on organizational scale

Employment Duration:  Until December 31, 2026 with possibility of extension depending on availability of budget

Vacancy Closing date: May 29, 2026

Salary: Based on organizational scale

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Pharmacy or related field of study

• At least 2 years of proven experience as Logistics Assistant/Storekeeper and able to generate reference and license to handle pharmaceutical supplies

• Good at in data management using various Microsoft tools

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Commitment to equity, gender, and safeguarding 

• Computer literate

• Integrity

• Highly motivated and proactive

• Ability to withstand pressures

How To Apply

Applicants who fulfill the minimum requirements are required to apply on ADP through the following link:  Logistics Assistant

Women applicants are encouraged to apply

Orbis has a zero tolerance for safeguarding violations.  Protection from all forms of abuse is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct both during and outside work hours.  All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause. 

Orbis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a global organization, we welcome qualified applicants who reflect the five Orbis values of Accountability, Commitment, Innovation, Integrity and Equity.

To learn more about Orbis, go to http://www.orbis.org

Job Requirements The candidates must hold a Diploma in Pharmacy or a related field of study, have at least two years of proven experience as a Logistics Assistant or Storekeeper with the ability to provide references and a license to handle pharmaceutical supplies, and possess good data management skills using various Microsoft tools. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below.