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Our supply logisticians make sure our projects are equipped with everything that's needed to deal with an emergency.
From collecting supplies from a Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) plane on a makeshift runway to working with the Pharmacy Manager and medical team to forecast medical supplies months in advance, the work of a supply logistician is far-reaching and vital to the whole team.
Responsibilities
Our supply logisticians are responsible for ordering all supplies for the project. They often have experience in supply chain management and strong skills in managing spreadsheets and databases.
The supply logistician is based either in the project or the capital and works closely with all departments to ensure accurate forecasting, enabling the project to respond immediately to urgent medical needs as they arise.
Managing local staff
Training, supervising, and managing local staff is a key responsibility. The supply team may include storekeepers, purchasers, supply logistics assistants, and labourers.
A significant part of the logistician's work involves building capacity among local staff, ensuring safe and fair working conditions, and managing departmental administration.
Supply logisticians also frequently interact with local authorities and organizations, often overseeing security protocols to ensure the safe movement of cargo into the project.
Application guide
Read our guide on the application process for all overseas roles.
Role requirements
* Significant experience in logistics-related roles
* Experience in supervising and managing others in a logistics capacity
* Experience in supply chain management, including needs assessment, order management, purchasing, stock management, and freight management
* Experience with organization and setup of supply administration and procedures
* Warehouse management skills
* Familiarity with cold chain maintenance and procedures
* Available for a minimum of nine months
* A minimum of B1 level in French (according to CEFR)
* At least three months’ work, volunteering, or travel experience in low-income countries
* Willingness to work in unstable areas
* Adaptable and able to work in a multicultural team
* Able to provide training and supervision to others
* Fluency in English
Languages
We are currently seeking logisticians with at least B1 level in French (according to CEFR). If you also speak Arabic, your application is much more likely to be accepted onto our register.
Your language proficiency may be tested during the recruitment process.
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