Area Logistics Manager

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Position Title: Area logistics-manager" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Logistics Manager
Location: Geneina
Country: Sudan
Deadline Date:

Job Details

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. HI works alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, aiming to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions, and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. With a presence in over 60 countries, HI has a budget of approximately 255 million euros and employs around 4,794 individuals worldwide. The organization is committed to inclusion and diversity, actively engaging in a disability policy to encourage the integration of people with disabilities into its programs and operations. More information can be found on their website at www.hi.org.

Job Overview:
The Area Logistics Manager will report to the logistics manager based in Kenya and will be responsible for the efficient management of logistics resources in the area of intervention. This role is crucial for ensuring that logistics standards are implemented effectively within HI's operations. The Area Logistics Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for the logistics manager, providing updates on any issues that arise and proposing solutions. This position plays a key role in the rollout and implementation of HI’s logistics standards, which aim to enhance the positioning of logistics within the organization and promote professional development in this field. The role requires a proactive approach to managing logistics operations, particularly in the context of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where the need for effective logistics management is critical to the success of humanitarian interventions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Area Logistics Manager include defining the logistics section of the Strategic Operations (StratOp) and directing its action plan. The manager will deploy HI’s logistics standards and contribute to the organization's expertise and accountability in logistics. Responsibilities also encompass operational implementation of logistics, including conducting diagnostic phases and contextual analyses, resource planning during the design phase, and procurement planning during the launch phase. The Area Logistics Manager will facilitate the development of the logistics profession within HI and contribute to the overall development of logistics practices across the organization. Additionally, the manager will be involved in emergency preparedness and response, ensuring that logistics operations are ready to support humanitarian efforts effectively.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a degree in logistics or supply chain management, with training in logistics management and the development of humanitarian projects or operations, or possess equivalent qualifications. Proven experience in at least three of the following sectors is required: procurement/supplies, management/rehabilitation of premises, fleet management, and/or information and communication systems. The ideal candidate will have a high capacity for analysis and synthesis, along with experience in local capacity building. Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills are essential, as well as good communication and negotiation skills in both English and French.

Educational Background:
A degree in logistics or supply chain management is required, along with relevant training in logistics management and humanitarian project development. Equivalent qualifications may also be considered.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in logistics-related fields, including procurement, supplies, management of premises, fleet management, or information and communication systems. Experience in emergency contexts and local capacity building is highly valued, as is the ability to manage stress and work effectively under pressure.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in French is also required. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is an unaccompanied role with a contract duration of three months, ideally starting in mid-March. The position is based in Geneina, Sudan. The international contract includes social coverage adapted to the individual's situation, including unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals, a pension scheme, and medical coverage with a 50% employee contribution. Repatriation insurance is provided by HI. The salary starts at 2750€ gross per month, depending on experience, with additional benefits such as a per diem of 825€ net per month paid in the field, a hardship allowance of 500€ net per month, 25 paid leave days per year, and a rest and recuperation (R&R) period of 5 days every 2 months. Housing is collective and provided by HI, and if the candidate is a resident of the country, a local package will be offered.