Nov 23, 2022

Logistics Manager - Central African Republic

Hiring Organization: INTERSOS
Job Location: Central Africa Republic


Base Salary: TBD
Closing date8 Dec 2022


Job Title: Logistics Manager
Code: SR-46-3439
Duty station: 50% Bangui and 50% field (frequent travel mainly to Bambari, Kaga Bandoro, Sibut, Bria, Bossangoa, Bozoum, Vakaga, Bangassou and Batangafo)
Starting date: 19/12/2022
Contract duration: 3 months
Reporting to: Country Logistics and Supply Coordinator
Supervision of: Logistics staff
Dependents: Non-family duty station

General purpose of the position

Plan, coordinate and monitor all logistics related activities in the project or capital and provide support to activities, according to INTERSOS protocols and standards in order to ensure an optimal running of the logistics activities.

In the absence of the Country Logistics & Supply Coordinator (CLSC) the Country Logistics Manager (CLM) assumes provisionally some of the CLSC’s responsibilities and tasks.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Coordination and supportAssist the and CLSC in the definition and follow-up of logistics activities in the projects or capital, in order to identify and give a response to the needs of the targeted population
Ensure technical reference for all logistics/technical issues in the projects and provide coaching to logistics staff under his/her responsibility.
Participate in monthly reports according to guidelines
Ensure and monitor 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 spaces and lodging facilities for international staffs in adequate living conditions)
WHS: implementation of water, health and sanitation activities

Logistics Information Management
Ensure that data reported in INTERSOS Logistics software by the Base Logistics Officers (Intersos Management Platform - IMP) is correctly used and accurate. Provide training to mission staff if required and support the implementation of INTERSOS Logistics software in missions.

Supply-Chain and Procurement Management
Implementation and maintenance of an appropriate supply chain for the projects in collaboration with the Supply team and support on administrative related tasks.
In the absence of the Country Supply Manager the CLSM has responsibility over the supply activities described on the CSM JD.

Transportation Management
Ensure that INTERSOS Fleet Management model, movement security protocols and Brand Identity Manual is applied in all bases - fleet is checked, regularly maintained and that vehicles are insured and taxes are paid
Follow-up on proper monitoring of fuel consumption and use of vehicle log-book, maintenance log, oil log and other fleet formats and templates by field logistics staff. Ensure that proper documentation of vehicles (i.e. lease, insurance, mechanical inspection, etc.) is properly handled by logistics staffs
Support the Country Supply Manager/assistant by providing solutions for the movement of goods within the mission.

Facilities and Communications Management
Support the Base Logistics Officer in the installation and maintenance of functional office space(s) and guesthouses facilities in an adequate living condition and in accordance with INTERSOS minimum standards and brand identity manual. Ensure the application of defined safety and security measures and make inspection visits to assess the rehabilitation needs of facilities.
Support the Base Logistics Office in ensuring that facilities have an appropriate IT and Communications infrastructure and equipment to sustain INTERSOS software platforms and in line with policies and procedures - allowing permanent communication between capital, projects, bases and HQ and proper management of the bases. Guarantees that all staff in the mission have proper training on how to use communications equipment available (e.g. satellite phones, HF/VHF radios, computers, etc.).

Assets Management
Support on the purchase, use and maintenance of IT assets, office and project equipment and communication tools, while ensuring that all base assets registered in IMP are documented, issued with unique INTERSOS asset numbers, tagged and logged according to asset management policies and procedures.
Support the CLSC on reporting asset list at the end of project and oversee asset rollover according to defined destination with the Programs Department.
Oversee regular fixed assets check on a quarterly basis

Human Resources Management
Participate in the planning and implementation, together with the Logistics Coordinator, the Project Manager 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

Applied Security
Define and monitor technical aspects of the project risk reduction policy, transport, communication, protection, identification and preparation of the technical aspects of the security policy and guidelines, evacuation plan and contingency plan, monitoring day-to day the application of security rules and reporting to the CLSC and HoM any problem that may arise. For this purpose, the Country Logistics & (Supply) Manager has to create an appropriate environment to facilitate security exchange of information

General
Perform any other task, specific to his area of specialty, according to the line manager
In absence of the Country Logistics Coordinator might assume temporarily some tasks to fill the gap

Required profile and experience
Educatio
n

Essential secondary education and technical diploma or technical university degree, preferably as an engineer​

Professional Experience
Essential working experience of at least two years in logistics related activities
Previous experience with INTERSOS preferable.

Professional Requirements
Desirable previous experience with logistics departments in NGOs
Working experience in developing countries
Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)

Languages
French mandatory
English is an asset

Personal Requirements
Planning and organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Initiative and service orientation
Leadership, people management and development
Planning and organizational skills
Teamwork and communication skills
Negotiation and networking skills
High integrity and transparency
Commitment to INTERSOS principles

How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply following the link below: https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/missioni/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/637b80bedbc281002118ad25

Please note that our application process is made of 3 quick steps: register (including your name, email, password, citizenship and Skype address), sign-up and apply by attaching your CV and motivation letter in PDF format. 
Through the platform, candidates will be able to track their applications’ history with INTERSOS.

Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least two references, including the line manager during your last job. Family members are to be excluded.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.