Responsable Log/Admin (H/F)

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting vital needs such as access to water, food, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases related to unsafe water, which is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. The organization implements interventions that enhance access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion, as well as security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and livelihoods. SI operates in 26 countries with a total of 3,200 staff members, including expatriates, national employees, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers. SI has been present in Haiti since 2004, gaining solid experience in emergency response after significant events such as the Jeanne storm, the 2016 cyclone, and the 2021 earthquake. SI is a key player in the EHA sector, food security, livelihoods, and nutrition, working with the most vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities. The organization currently operates in 17 displacement sites in Delmas, Cité-Soleil, and Port-au-Prince, improving access to water and sanitation infrastructure while contributing to the prevention of waterborne diseases. SI also addresses immediate needs through income-generating activities and nutritional prevention actions targeting children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. The Haiti mission has a budget volume of 5 million euros, primarily funded by emergency EHA programs supported by ECHO, UNICEF, SDC, and CDCS, with ongoing discussions for additional projects.

Job Overview:
The primary objective of the Responsable support (Logistics/Admin/Finance/HR) is to manage accounting and financial operations, human resources tasks and procedures, and oversee all logistical activities. The individual in this role will supervise and ensure the performance of the supply chain, manage the vehicle fleet, equipment, and general means, handle accounting and budget management for the base, ensure cash management, and oversee human resources management at the base, including contractual management, monthly payroll, career evaluations and developments, and disciplinary management. The position also requires adherence to the administrative and logistical procedures of Solidarités International at the base, mentoring and supporting the Logistics, Finance, and HR teams, and contributing to operational security management. Specific challenges include a poorly developed local market requiring supplies from suppliers in Gonaïves and Port-au-Prince, high local prices impacting supply and operational costs, limited knowledge of humanitarian mandates and principles, and a local job market offering a limited number of profiles matching the required skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Responsable support include supervising the supply chain performance, managing the vehicle fleet and equipment, overseeing accounting and budget management, ensuring cash management, managing human resources at the base, ensuring compliance with administrative and logistical procedures, mentoring the Logistics, Finance, and HR teams, and contributing to operational security management. Specific priorities for the first 2-3 months include finalizing the opening of the base, completing recruitment and induction of teams, establishing framework contracts, training logistics and admin assistants, and reinforcing capacity building and training for all staff. The role also involves continuing or initiating purchases for activities and addressing the challenges posed by the local market and security situation.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree at a minimum of BAC + 3 level in one of the following fields: Logistics, Accounting, Administration, Finance, or Human Resources Management. Additionally, candidates should have 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector and 3-4 years of experience in a similar position. Technical skills required include proficiency in Excel, SAGA, Homere, and LINK software, as well as experience in supply chain management, vehicle fleet management, communication equipment, IT stock management, and security management. Candidates should also have experience in accounting, cash management, and finance management.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree at least at the BAC + 3 level in fields such as Logistics, Accounting, Administration, Finance, or Human Resources Management. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of the role and effectively managing the various responsibilities associated with logistics, finance, and human resources within a humanitarian context.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least 3-4 years in a similar role. This experience is crucial for understanding the operational challenges and dynamics of working in a humanitarian environment, particularly in a context that may be volatile and require quick decision-making and adaptability.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is French. Knowledge of Creole is considered an asset, and proficiency in English is also advantageous. These language skills are important for effective communication within the organization and with local communities and partners.

Additional Notes:
The position is a short-term contract with a start date of November 1, 2026, and a mission duration until February 28, 202

• The role is based in Saint-Marc, Haiti, which is classified as a level 4 security area with a volatile security context and a curfew set at 7 PM. The salary for this position starts at EUR 2310 per month, which includes a base salary of EUR 2100 plus a 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly, along with a monthly per diem of USD 75
• Solidarités International also covers housing costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's home country and the duty station. During the mission, a work and leave alternation system is implemented, allowing for 7 working days off every three months, with an additional day of rest for each month worked. Expatriates benefit from comprehensive health insurance covering all medical expenses, including surgical, dental, and ophthalmological care, as well as repatriation costs. Vaccination and essential malaria treatment costs are also reimbursed. The living conditions at the Saint-Marc base include a guesthouse equipped with essential furniture and amenities, with a courtyard and functional Starlink internet connection. However, the city offers limited leisure and dining options, with only a couple of validated restaurants available.