Logistics coordinator (F/M) at Medecins du Monde (MdM)

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator (F/M)

Job description

Under the supervision of the general coordinator, you define, plan and implement all supply and logistics activities, while ensuring budget compliance and respect of MdM’s protocols and procedures. You lead and manage the logistics team. 

More specifically, your main responsibilities are the following:

• Define, plan and budget logistical needs for the mission and monitor logistical activities  
• Define, implement and adapt procurement plan and procedures  
• Manage contracts related to logistics and supply activities 
• Recruit and manage the logistics team, set objectives, define training needs, ensure skills management   
• Ensure monitoring and reporting on logistical activities, adapt indicators when needed  
• Supervise and manage the transportation of goods and people  
• Supervise the installation and maintenance of office and accommodation areas 
• Define and monitor IT and communication resources  
• Ensure that the archiving system for logistics documents is respected  
• Participate in the definition, implementation and monitoring of the safety and security standards 
• Provide logistics guidance, training, advising and technical support to all field teams 
• Participate in meetings with authorities and other NGOs on logistics and security issues 

Requirements

• Two years of higher education qualification in Logistic Management/Purchasing  
• Experience of 4-5 years minimum in humanitarian logistics management with proven experience of management of logistics team on a senior level or at coordination level in an overseas NGO environment, or previous field experience with MDM in different contexts
• Experience in fleet management, security, supply chain and stock
• Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines
• Ability to work and live in a volatile security context
• Experience in management, ability to help the logistic team achieving its goals
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 environment
• English is mandatory (oral and written)
• Knowledge of country languages such as Hausa or Kanuri, and knowledge of French would be an asset
• You embrace the core values and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde.

Benefits

• Starting date : as soon as possible
• 6-month contract
• Gross monthly salary: €3,306
• Position based in Abuja with regular field visits
• Premium equal to one month salary paid in two instalments – minimum of 6 months seniority required
• Expatriation bonus (10% gross salary per month)
• Transportation cost, vaccines and visas covered
• 22.5 recovery days per year
• 5 weeks of paid leaves per year
• Health insurance (50% covered by MdM)
• Insurance (repatriation…)

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Application Instructions:

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