Logistics Team Leader

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization established in 1946, dedicated to helping people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and crises. With a presence in around 31 countries and approximately 14,000 staff members, NRC employs a rights-based approach to advocate for the rights of displaced individuals as outlined in national and international laws. The organization is committed to principles of humanity, neutrality, independence, and impartiality, striving to secure acceptance from local stakeholders for its activities. NRC also engages with various actors to promote the rights of vulnerable populations and ensure access for humanitarian operations, aiming for durable solutions for those affected by crises. NRC Geneva leads the organization's representation with the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) and UN agencies, coordinating donor engagement with Swiss and UN donors. Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work, emphasizing respect, dignity, and a zero-tolerance policy towards exploitation and abuse.

Job Overview:
The Logistics Team Leader position at NRC is crucial for the planning, organizing, and coordination of logistics and procurement functions to ensure the effective delivery of goods and services that support program implementation. The role requires compliance with NRC policies, guidelines, and standards, along with specific technical responsibilities for implementing support functions. The Logistics Team Leader will provide technical support and capacity building to logistics staff, monitor team activities, and ensure adherence to established standards. This position also involves implementing complex systems and procedures in line with NRC policies and managing the logistics team to ensure quality support for project implementation. The Logistics Team Leader will be responsible for maintaining accurate logistics documentation, ensuring compliance with donor and auditor requirements, and preparing timely reports for donors. Regular field visits will be necessary to conduct compliance checks and provide training as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Logistics Team Leader will have a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including: ensuring the NRC asset list is accurate and up-to-date at both area and field levels; overseeing logistical procedures followed by projects; checking all logistic folders and documents for compliance with NRC and donor regulations; maintaining personal location tracking and leave records; ensuring all logistic-related contracts adhere to NRC guidelines; maintaining transparency and accountability in procurement procedures; setting up Long Term Agreements (LTA) or Framework Agreements (FWA) as required; scheduling maintenance and repairs for NRC-rented premises; responding to spot checks on transactions; ensuring quality and cost efficiency in procurements; preparing and submitting logistic reports in line with donor requirements; assisting the Logistic Coordinator with reports for donors and audits; conducting regular field visits for compliance checks; analyzing logistical support data; and ensuring proper filing of logistics documents in all offices and on NRC’s cloud-based storage system.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management within humanitarian sectors. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in logistics or supply chain management. Previous experience in complex and volatile contexts is essential, along with documented results related to humanitarian logistics management and supply chain systems. Knowledge of local private and public services networks is also required. Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is mandatory. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, innovative skills, and sufficient ICT knowledge, along with strong contextual, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Organizational management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently are crucial, as are excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. The ability to work under pressure, independently, and with limited supervision is also necessary, along with knowledge of safety and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security concerns relevant to the local context.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in logistics or supply chain management. This educational background is essential to ensure that the Logistics Team Leader possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for effective logistics management in humanitarian contexts.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in logistics and supply chain management, particularly within humanitarian sectors. This level of experience is crucial for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with logistics in volatile environments, as well as for effectively managing logistics teams and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor standards.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, both in written and verbal communication. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the local context or the populations served by NRC.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve working in complex and potentially insecure environments. The Logistics Team Leader will be expected to engage in regular field visits and may be required to travel to various locations as part of their duties. NRC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. The organization offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth, as well as a commitment to safeguarding and ethical practices in all operations.