Operations Support Fellow

About your organization: 

Wastezon is redefining the future of urban mining by innovating for materials circularity. To live in a waste-free world, we must establish traceability systems to valorise and reuse materials. Our integrated solution consists of Wastezon 2.0, a digital marketplace for quality-vetted second-hand electronics, and WastezonX, a web app that provides manufacturers with traceability and reverses logistics services. So far, over 600 tons of electronic materials have been transacted on the Wastezon app, diverting an equivalent amount of over 3100 tons of carbon emissions.

http://wastezon.com/

Position Description: 

The Operations Support Fellow will play a crucial role in optimizing Wastezon's daily operations, supporting the refurbishment lab, and ensuring efficient coordination across various teams.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the daily coordination of Wastezon’s refurbishment lab and field agents across Rwanda, ensuring smooth workflow and timely execution of tasks.
Support the management of inventory, including tracking incoming e-waste, refurbished devices, and outgoing deliveries.
Maintain accurate records of operational activities, including inventory levels, refurbishment outcomes, and distribution metrics.
Work closely with the engineering, finance, and business development teams to align operations with broader organizational goals.

Desired Qualifications: 

Undergraduate/Graduate Student in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Previous experience in operations, logistics, or supply chain management is an advantage.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with inventory management systems.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and circular economy principles.

Time Commitment:  25 Hours/week