Jake Criswick Email & Phone Number

London, GB

London, United Kingdom

Nigeria

- Activity planning and management in line with procedures set via WFP- Administrative and financial management for all expenditures - Creation of purchase plan for the duration of the project- Supervision of distribution teams of up to 50 staff- Preparing and presenting of monthly reports for the donor - Logistics and supply chain management of.

Malawi

• Ensuring the coordination and management of all aspects related to the country’s logistics and particularly: purchase procedures, goods/services supply, transport systems and the technical organisation of the work of.
• Implemented new and revised existing procedures to ensure upkeep of vehicle fleet
• Coordinated daily & weekly transport plans with project managers and drivers
• Processed all aspects of procurement from initial request to delivery in the field
• Created… Show more Ensuring the coordination and management of all aspects related to the country’s logistics and particularly: purchase procedures, goods/services supply, transport systems and the technical.
• Created new contract frameworks with suppliers via tendering and bid analysis

Tanzania

• Line managed a team of 4 coordinators from a central fieldbase whilst being responsible for backstopping resources for over 300 volunteers in over 20 remote project sites across Tanzania. This meant ensuring all.
• Kept logistical resources organised in preparation to respond quickly to unpredictable and emergency situations.
• Placed large accurate orders with key suppliers whilst establishing relationships with new alternative suppliers.
• Established new systems to manage equipment and rations for 300 volunteers.
• Managed a critical budget, being accountable for its expenditure & securing value for money.
• Vehicle fleet coordination and transport logistics including driving in rural environments. Show less

Tanzania

• Working as part of the fieldbase team in Tanzania to ensure nationwide projects have all the food, materials and equipment needed.
• Developed excellent administrative and organisational skills to deliver on time and within budget.
• Implemented new and updated existing systems to increase efficiency of processes.
• Placed large accurate orders with key suppliers whilst establishing relationships with new alternative suppliers.
• Created and developed new and existing spreadsheets… Show more
• Created and developed new and existing spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.

Japan

• Employed as the first point of contact with guests to provide a high quality intuitive service throughout their stay at the “Vale Niseko” which was awarded “World’s Best Boutique Ski Hotel”.
• Demonstrated a strong ability to problem solve and take initiative when dealing with hotel guests whilst efficiently managing to carry out day-to-day responsibilities.
• Provided logistical support for all vehicles and accommodation.
• Liaised with other team members and took responsibility of… Show more
• Liaised with other team members and took responsibility of key tasks when necessary. Show less

London

• A boutique agency based in Clapham, specialising in placing high level technical staff. Areas covered included Project Management, Business Analysis, Architecture, Development, Testing, Mobile
• Responsible for the recruitment of candidates from entry level to company directors.
• Liaised with hiring managers to understand requirements of job roles.
• Wrote job descriptions and adverts to attract suitable candidates in a specialised field of work.
• Developed a good technical… Show more A boutique agency based in Clapham, specialising in placing high level technical staff. Areas covered included Project Management, Business Analysis, Architecture, Development.
• Developed a good technical knowledge base to help me understand the IT market.

La Tania

• Qualified as a ski technician, undertook various maintenance jobs and operated as a transfer driver in the French Alps.
• Supervised in the workshop, maintained client records and stock control.
• Maintained general upkeep around the chalets and hotel at all times.
• Ensured guests got to and from the airport to chalet as safely as possible.

Dorchester, United Kingdom

• Employed part-time at Waitrose supermarket for 5 years where I have had extensive training in food service as well as being part of a committed team of employees.
• Undertook more senior responsibilities such as training new staff and assisting in the organisation of rotas.

Portland, Maine Area

• Worked within a team of four, instructing sailing to children from the age of 8-15 at an American summer camp for two months.
• Developed good relationships with my co-workers and with the children; gained valuable experience in people management; reinforced excellent organizational skills.

Birmingham, United Kingdom

• Coaching multi skills athletics to classes of up to twenty-five children at BRAT club in Birmingham.

Dorchester

• Sprints and jumps athletics coach at my local home club for children aged 8-16.

Lebanon

• Worked as a full time P.E and English teacher in a school in Lebanon teaching children aged 5 – 16.
• Taught classes of 25 students often single-handedly which greatly enhanced my leadership and supervision skills.
• Included football, basketball, volleyball and athletics in syllabus.

Msc Ngo And Development Management, Pass With Distinction

Sport & Exercise Science Bsc, Second Class Honours (2.1)

Activities and Societies: Athletics & Cross Country Club Birmingham Lions Basketball Club (Committee member - Kit & Transport Rep).

A Levels: Physical Education, Psychology, Biology

Activities and Societies: Vice Captain of the Sixth Form Basketball team and Athletics team, Tennis, Cross Country and Hockey.