Logistics Responsible

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been operational for over 40 years. The organization focuses on providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters, addressing their basic needs for food, water, and shelter. SI is particularly dedicated to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs around 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers. SI is committed to professionalism and cultural respect in its interventions.

Job Overview:
The Logistics Responsible position is crucial for supporting the Logistics Coordinator in managing mission logistics according to SI procedures. This role encompasses overseeing various logistics functions, including procurement, stock management, asset management, ICT, premises, fleet, and communications. The Logistics Responsible will supervise logistics staff and ensure the continuity of operations in the absence of the Logistics Coordinator or field Logistics Manager. The position is based in the Coordination Office in Damascus, Syria, and is part of a mission that has been active in the region since 2013, focusing on diverse programs in various governorates. The Logistics Responsible will play a key role in ensuring that logistics operations run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall humanitarian objectives of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Logistics Responsible will have a wide range of duties, including:

• Procurement: Identifying operational needs, preparing Purchase Lines (PLs), defining specifications, supporting procurement processes, verifying deliveries, monitoring service providers, and reporting any discrepancies or supplier issues to the Supply team.
• Stock Management: Ensuring secure and organized warehouses, recording stock movements, maintaining accurate registers, consolidating and reconciling monthly base inventories, following up on discrepancies, losses, and damages, and ensuring proper documentation and archiving.
• Asset Management: Maintaining accurate asset records across all bases, managing labelling, allocation, handovers, returns, storage, and physical inventories, monitoring asset conditions, and coordinating repairs, maintenance, replacements, transfers, donations, and disposals in line with SI procedures.
• ICT Management: Maintaining mission ICT infrastructure, networks, connectivity, and equipment, providing user support, coordinating account creation and deactivation, briefing new joiners on various systems, ensuring backups and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security compliance, and coordinating unresolved issues with HQ IT.
• Premises Management: Ensuring that offices and guesthouses meet safety, security, and maintenance standards, inspecting premises, following up on repairs and utilities, coordinating payments with Admin/Finance, and conducting rental market assessments.
• Fleet, Shipments & Communications: Monitoring vehicle documents, fuel, mileage, maintenance, repairs, and equipment, coordinating vehicle movements, following up on shipments, freight, customs clearance, and maintaining communication equipment records.
• Security & HR: Supporting updates of security plans, evacuation plans, risk analyses, and training logistics staff.
• Reporting & Coordination: Consolidating monthly logistics reports, maintaining accurate archives, participating in coordination meetings, and representing the Logistics Coordinator when delegated.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, ICT, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Additionally, experience in the humanitarian sector is advantageous, and candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position. Key competencies include strong practical IT/ICT skills, experience in asset/equipment management, operational logistics, and the ability to maintain accurate records and tracking tools. Candidates should also demonstrate good organizational and problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and a willingness to learn SI logistics procedures.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, ICT, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration is required for this position. This educational background is essential for understanding the technical and operational aspects of logistics management within the humanitarian context.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience in IT/ICT support, operational logistics, facilities management, asset management, or administration. Experience in the humanitarian sector is considered an advantage, as is prior experience in a similar role. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing logistics operations and supporting teams in complex environments.

Languages:
Fluency in Arabic is mandatory, while professional working knowledge of English is also required. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
The position is a salaried role with a monthly gross salary of 1,620 USD, along with a comprehensive benefits package. It is important to note that the proposed salary is subject to taxation and social security deductions in compliance with Syrian local laws. The contract is fixed-term and subject to renewal based on organizational needs, availability of funding, and satisfactory performance. The desired start date for this position is December 1, 2026.