Logistics Manager - Outreach at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) - Belgium

Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, international organisation. The organisation is made up mainly of doctors and health sector workers and is also open to all other professions which might help in achieving its aims. Médecins Sans Frontières provides assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict. They do so irrespective of race, religion, creed or political convictions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Manager - Outreach

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full Time

Main Purpose

• Planning, coordinating and monitoring all logistics related activities in the project or capital and providing support to medical assistance activities, according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure an optimal running of the project.

Accountabilities

• Assisting the Project Coordinator or Logistics Coordinator in the definition and follow-up of logistics activities in the project or capital, in conjunction with other medical project managers in order to identify and give a response to the needs of the targeted population
• Ensuring and monitoring the implementation of logistics/technical activities in the project / capital including the following:
  • Logistics: (construction, transport of goods and staff, communications, water and sanitation, vehicles and engines, equipment/installation and infrastructures, communications, installation and maintenance of functional office space(s) and lodging facilities for international staff in adequate living conditions)
  • WHS: implementation of water, health and sanitation activities
  • Supply: implementation and maintenance of an appropriate supply chain for the project
• Implementing all administrative related activities linked to logistics (orders, insurances, vehicle contracts, etc.).
• Participating in the planning and implementation, together with the Logistics Coordinator, the Project Coordinator and the HR Coordinator, the HR associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, detection of potential, development and communication) of the logistics staff in the project / capital in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required to correctly perform all logistics activities.
• Ensuring technical reference for all logistics/technical issues in the project and providing coaching to logistics staff under his/her responsibility. Ensuring all staff in the Project is properly briefed about use of communication tools (handsets, HF/VHF, etc.).
• Defining and monitoring technical aspects of the project risk reduction policy, transport, communication, protection, identification and preparation of the technical aspects of the project security policy and guidelines, evacuation plan and contingency plan, performing day-to day monitoring of the application of security rules and reporting to the Project Coordinator any problem that may arise. For this purpose, the Project Logistics Manager will have to create an appropriate environment to facilitate security exchange of information.
• Participating in monthly reports according to guidelines.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Guarantees the effective definition, planning, budgeting, implementation, followup and reporting of Logistics Activities in the Outreach
• Guarantees that the logistics activities are executed timely, within the agreed budget and quality level.
• Ensure the Logistics activities are adapted to the needs, by:
  • Collaborating with medical teams to ensure that infrastructure projects directly support ongoing medical activities.
  • Conducingt assessments to identify the specific needs of the target population regarding medical infrastructure and logistics support, based on medical needs.
  • Engaging with the Field Coordinator Support with local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to facilitate project acceptance and collaboration.
• Develop his/her department by
  • Establishing and following processes and procedures
  • Establishing and recording indicators for measuring the impact of construction and logistics activities on health outcomes and community well-being.
  • Training local staff in construction techniques and logistics management to enhance community capacity and sustainability
• Improve the quality of the works by
  • Ensuring construction practices comply with local regulations, customs, and environmental considerations specific to the region.
  • Implementing sustainable practices in both construction and logistics to minimize environmental impact and ensure long-term project viability.
  • Developing and implement contingency plans for construction and logistics in response to emergency situations or unforeseen challenges.
• Contribute to emergency response at project level, depending on the needs
• Carry on any other delegated tasks and responsibilities justified by operational needs.
• Report to Logistics Team Leader.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree with 2 years experience.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online