ABOUT THE CHAIN OF HOPE
La Chaîne de l’Espoir is an international NGO founded in 1994. Its mission is to strengthen healthcare systems to give everyone, especially children, the same chances of survival and development.
We work in 25 countries with a global approach, focusing on children, mothers and disadvantaged communities:
- Prevention and screening from an early age, particularly through school health programs.
- Care and surgery to meet the most urgent needs of children and their mothers.
- Training and transfer of skills to local teams thanks to our international network of experts in all areas of surgery.
- Construction and equipment of hospital facilities adapted to local needs.
CONTEXT
In Syria, access to quality pediatric healthcare, particularly specialized pediatric surgery, remains limited. Public hospitals are heavily overstretched, resulting in delays in care, late diagnoses, and unequal access, especially for populations living in rural or vulnerable settings. Many conditions requiring early identification and timely surgical intervention are detected late due to gaps in screening, referral, and limited availability of specialized pediatric services.
To address these challenges, La Chaîne de l’Espoir (CDE) is implementing, starting in 2026, a structured intervention within selected public referral hospitals in Damascus, Rural Damascus, and Aleppo, as well as in primary healthcare centers located within their catchment areas. This approach aims to strengthen the existing public health system by leveraging national infrastructure, improving the continuity of care, and expanding access to specialized services for pregnant and lactating women and children.
Through capacity strengthening of healthcare staff, the organization of specialized medical missions, the provision of equipment and medical supplies, and support for the management of malnutrition and complex pediatric cases, CDE contributes to building sustainable local expertise. The integration of early detection mechanisms for health and protection risks, alongside the development and dissemination of standardized clinical protocols, further enhances quality of care.
Developed in close coordination with health authorities and in complementarity with other health actors, this intervention seeks to promote more equitable access to maternal and child healthcare, support national health priorities, and sustainably improve health outcomes for women and children.
POSITION AND MISSION
You will bring proven experience in logistics, procurement, and security management, ideally with INGOs, and experience in Syria is preferred. This role involves overseeing procurement, logistics, and security tasks in coordination with the Head of Mission. La Chaîne de l’Espoir is looking for a proactive, hands-on team player who can exercise independent judgment in logistics management and demonstrate the ability to implement, evaluate, and maintain efficient systems and procedures.
A specific focus will be brought to Syria mission’s opening and setting up the logistics department structure.
Working alongside the Head of Mission and the Admin, Finance, and HR Head, as well as the Program Manager, you will help define La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s logistics and procurement strategy for the country. You will prepare the procurement plan monthly, update it when necessary, ensure its implementation, and manage the logistics team on a daily basis to ensure smooth operations.
Additionally, you will be responsible for the security and safety of the country office, in close collaboration with the Head of Mission. You will develop, implement, and monitor security measures in accordance with La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s operational framework in Syria, following CDE’s protocols and standards. This includes contributing to risk reduction strategies and updating security documents in response to the evolving security situation.
Under the Head of Mission’s management, you will lead a team composed of one logistics officer, drivers.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
The Logistics and Security Coordinator handles the following activities.
Mission opening: setting up the logistics department
- Conduct security and logistics assessment for premises selection: offices, guesthouses.
- Set-up proper and efficient working and living conditions, including keys management, assets and furniture’s, communications means, security elements.
- Implement proper procurement standards and ensure trainings to the teams
- Put in place framework contracts on a maximum quantity of markets
- Establish the procurement plan, along with the program teams
- Put in place movements and communication frameworks and rules, through documentation (SOPs), communication rules and channels, and users training
- Contribute, with HOM, to the writing of the security plan, including SOPs and hibernatyion/ evacuation plan, and crisis management
Facility management
- Be responsible for the proper functioning of La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s offices, guest house and warehouse at every level: lease contract, security, safety, cleaning, general maintenance, local insurance, layout and comfort in coordination with the Head of Mission
- Manage all the contracts and suppliers related to general maintenance and daily supply such as: electricity, stationery, air conditioning maintenance, food, water, etc.
- Ensure proper follow up of team movements between La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s different sites, and welcome visitors from abroad in coordination with HQ travel department.
- Be responsible for IT (if need be with the support of HQ’s IT manager) at the requested security and safety level: implement La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s IT procedures, ensure the good functioning of all devices, follow up phone and internet contracts, organize and control digital archiving.
Procurement
- Take responsibility for all procurement activities for projects and the office, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to the principle of value for money.
- Optimize sourcing (local, regional, or international) by considering price, quality, lead time, and potential security/safety or customs clearance challenges.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure the most advantageous conditions for the projects and office (including delivery terms, price, Incoterms, payment terms, guarantees, etc.), and draft procurement and framework contracts for legal/HQ validation.
- Implement La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s and donor procurement policies and procedures.
Stock management
- Ensure the effective management and monitoring of the mission’s stock in accordance with La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s procedures, tools, and local laws.
- Take responsibility for the efficient management of office and project stocks, including tracking inventory movements (In/Out), ensuring proper storage conditions, maintaining security, and preventing stock shortages.
- Ensure the implementation of stock management procedures in line with La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s or donor guidelines..
Equipment Management:
- Take responsibility for the proper management of all project and office equipment, including inventory control, preventive and corrective maintenance, and allocation tracking.
- Ensure the implementation of La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s or donor equipment management procedures, from purchase to final donation, transfer, or asset exit.
- Develop and monitor an equipment maintenance plan to ensure the longevity and functionality of all assets.
Fleet Management:
- Ensure that the fleet available for both the office and project operations is adequate, fully operational, and ready to meet the needs of the mission at all times.
- Implement and enforce La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s fleet management procedures, including ensuring vehicle safety, regular maintenance, and fuel consumption tracking. Ensure that all vehicles comply with local regulations and organizational standards.
- Oversee and manage fleet-related costs, including vehicle or truck rentals, fuel expenses, and insurance contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and budget compliance.
- Coordinate closely with the Head of Mission to track vehicle movements, ensuring that logistical operations are aligned with the needs of the mission and in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Freight and transportation:
- Manage all the inland transportation (technical organization, loading/unloading, document management, security)
- Plan and supervises the shipment and delivery of materials up to their final destination
- Coordinate with the logistics department at headquarters for the shipment of merchandise coming from abroad and supervises the potential process involved with clearing customs
Security and safety Management:
- Under the supervision of the Head of Mission (HOM), you will be responsible for implementing and overseeing La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s security strategy within the country, ensuring the safety of both the staff and assets.
- Ensure that all security-related equipment, tools, stock, and systems are fully operational and effectively maintained. Regularly train staff on the proper use of security equipment and procedures.
- In close collaboration with the Head of Mission, assess the security risks related to program activities and their potential impact on staff safety. Adjust security measures accordingly to mitigate risks.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive security and safety training plan for all staff, ensuring that it meets organizational and local safety standards. Regularly evaluate staff competencies to ensure training effectiveness.
- Keep La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s security procedures up to date and ensure that they are clearly
Team Management
- Supervise the whole of the logistics team (log off, drivers …), directly or otherwise
- Size and define the needed means for logistics operations related to project activities*.*
- Prepare job descrpitions and action plans for the organizational setting and ensure logistics staff fulfill their responsibilities.
Internal control:
- In close coordination with the Programs Coordinator Liaise with HQ’s Institutional Funding Manager to prepare mandatory reporting to donor, and audits on procurement and logistics.
- In close coordination with the Head of Mission, liaise with HQ’s Head of Internal Audit and Logistics Referent for ad-hoc audit on logistics and procurement procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
A certificate or degree in logistics, procurement, supply chain management, operations management, business administration, management or equivalent field is required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar logistics, procurement, and security role with an international NGO is required.
- At least two years of solid experience in field-level operations and security management, demonstrating the ability to handle complex, dynamic security and logistics challenges, is highly desirable.
- In-depth knowledge of the Syria context, including its security landscape, local regulations, and operational challenges, is strongly preferred. Experience working in high-risk environments within the region would be a significant asset.
LANGUAGES
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Arabic is an asset.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Adherence to humanitarian principles and La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s code of ethics;
- Excellent organizational and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail;
- Strong time management skills;
- Knowledge of the various local contacts;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
- Patience, flexibility and capacity of adaptation;
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Package;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrated capacities to work with colleagues
Terms and conditions
- 6 months full time contract renewable, as an expatriate
- Non accompanied status
- Position based in Damascus
- Starting date: July 2026
- Monthly per diem 770 Euros
- R&R: 5 days R&R every 3 months and reimbursement up to 600USD for the flight ticket
- Travel: round trip ticket flight beginning/end of contract + paid leaves at 6 months of contract
- Housing: shared apartment
- Medical coverage with 50% of employer contribution
- Medical evacuation and repatriation insurance paid by the employer
- Death and disability insurance paid by the employer
- Monthly gross salary from 2500 euros according to experience
How to apply
https://jobs.layan.eu/fr/application-to-offer-of-la-chaine-de-lespoir-no-103615