Background/Organization Introduction:
Well-established industry leaders with decades of unparalleled experience, Gulzad Group remains one of the most highly regarded organizations in Afghanistan. With a range of companies under the Gulzad Group umbrella, we are experts in project delivery within a number of sectors including agriculture, investment, trading, construction, and logistics. We also proudly run an Afghanistan-based charitable organization – the Gulzad Foundation – that provides much-needed support and aid to women and children within our communities.
Our passion for our work is evident through our focus, innovation, and attention to detail.
We are seeking highly diligent, confident applicants with substantial management experience for the position of team leader.
Job Summary:
Lead, guide, and monitor the distribution team, fostering positive communication and teamwork to ensure collective success in achieving set objectives.
- Establish an inspiring team environment that encourages open communication.
- Oversee the performance of all staff at distribution points, including laborers, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to standards.
- Meet with site staff daily to assign duties, review plans, and confirm the distribution schedule, ensuring the necessary supplies are available, organized, and that the site is clean.
- Develop close working relationships with the CP Team Leader; conduct daily coordination meetings for effective planning and operational flow.
- Assess the FDP area to optimize team setup and workflow, maximizing efficiency.
- Address any cases of staff misconduct, ensuring adherence to office policies.
- Confirm team attendance and readiness at the start of each day.
- Provide midday updates on distribution activities and complete end-of-day reporting.
- Conduct token counting and reconcile reports with CP, GG, and WFP representatives.
- Capture and submit photos of signed reconciliation forms.
- Complete stock sheets, ensuring both Team Leader and Stock Management Officer sign off.
- Set clear team goals, delegate tasks effectively, and set deadlines.
- Supervise day-to-day operations, monitor team performance, and report on metrics.
- Identify training needs, provide coaching, and resolve any team issues or conflicts.
- Acknowledge and reward outstanding performance.
- Education: Master’s degree in management, social sciences, or a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- In-depth knowledge of performance metrics.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Sound decision-making capabilities.
- Proficiency with computers, including websites, social media, databases, and other communication tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, Dari, and Pashto.