Area Logistics Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial aid organization that has been operational since 198

• The organization focuses on addressing situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict, and disaster, working closely with people with disabilities and vulnerable populations. HI aims to respond to essential needs, improve living conditions, and promote respect for dignity and fundamental rights. With a presence in over 55 countries, HI has a budget of approximately 200 million euros and employs around 4,000 individuals worldwide. The organization is committed to inclusion and diversity, actively engaging in a disability policy to foster the integration of people with disabilities. More information can be found on their website at www.hi.org.

Job Overview:
The Area logistics-manager" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Logistics Manager will report directly to the Area Manager and is responsible for the efficient management of logistics resources within the area of intervention. This role serves as a crucial link between the logistics team and the regional logistics manager, ensuring that any issues are communicated effectively and solutions are proposed. The Area Logistics Manager will play a vital role in implementing HI's logistics standards, which aim to enhance the positioning of logistics within the organization and promote professional development. The position is particularly important given the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where HI is scaling up its response to meet the urgent needs of the population affected by conflict and displacement.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Area Logistics Manager will have several key responsibilities, including:

• Management & Structure: Strengthening the logistics team's capacities by embodying HI's values, coaching team members, organizing operational management, and ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
• Deployment of Standards: Ensuring compliance with HI's logistics standards, adapting them to local conditions, supervising internal controls, and guaranteeing accountability in logistics operations.
• Operational Implementation: Conducting contextual analyses to identify regulatory requirements and logistics capacities, designing logistics chains tailored to the challenges in Darfur, and planning procurement strategies.
• Development of the Logistics Profession: Facilitating the growth of the logistics profession within the geographical area and contributing to the organization's global logistics community. This includes developing local talent and identifying training needs.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least 3 years of experience in managing humanitarian logistics, with a minimum of 2 years in emergency responses in conflict-affected countries. Knowledge of mine action activities is considered an asset. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments, manage stress, and handle conflicts. Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills are essential, along with good communication and negotiation abilities in English. Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Educational Background:
While the specific educational background is not explicitly stated, candidates are typically expected to have relevant qualifications in logistics, management, or a related field that supports their ability to perform the duties of the Area Logistics Manager effectively.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in humanitarian logistics management, with at least 2 years specifically focused on emergency responses in conflict-affected regions. This experience is crucial for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with logistics in such environments.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with strong communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in Arabic is considered advantageous, as it can facilitate better interaction with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
The position is an unaccompanied international contract lasting 6 months, starting from May 2026, based in Khartoum. The contract includes various benefits such as social coverage, unemployment insurance for EU nationals, a pension scheme, medical coverage with a 50% employee contribution, repatriation insurance, and a salary starting from 2750 € gross per month, depending on experience. Additional benefits include a per diem of 706 € net per month, a hardship allowance of 500 € net per month, 25 paid leave days per year, and rest and recuperation (R&R) days according to the mission level. Housing will be collective and provided by HI, with a local package available for residents.