Logistics Manager H / F At Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion

In collaboration with headquarters and under the responsibility of the program, the responsible for emergency logistics supports the efficient management of logistics resources dedicated to emergency response in the country where he / she is based ( e ) ( Sudan, Chad or Egypt ). The emergency logistics manager is responsible for setting up, supervision and management of logistics systems and activities for the emergency response to the Sudan crisis in the country where he / she is based ( e ).

The incumbent is responsible for setting up ( if there is no presence of HI in the country ) or for supporting the emergency logistics operations of the national office, effectively recruit and manage logistics personnel, fleets, warehouses, goods and the supply chain of emergency stocks, as well as distributions to beneficiaries, ensuring effective and responsible logistical support to HI programs in the country of operation. The emergency logistics manager will manage the establishment, maintenance or increase of logistical functions and responsibilities and associated personnel.

He / she is the reference person for the program and, as such, informs him of any problem and offers solutions within the framework of his responsibilities. He / she actively participates in the progressive reorganization of HI in the field within the framework of the ROOTS project. He / she is a key player in the deployment and implementation of HI logistics standards, which consist in a recasting of the positioning of logistics at HI and in the affirmation of the principle of the professional sector.

Background

On April 15, 2023, clashes erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), with devastating consequences for civilians. According to IOM estimates, as of 5 May, around 736,223 people have been internally displaced due to the conflict, mainly in the states of Khartoum, North, Blue Nile, North Kordofan, Darfur North, West Darfur and South Darfur. The fighting is significantly worsening the already fragile humanitarian situation in the country. Humanitarian needs had already reached a record high before the outbreak of hostilities, with nearly 16 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. Prices for food, fuel and other basic commodities would have skyrocketed, making essential goods unaffordable for many people. Priority needs include food, access to water and non-food household items including mattresses, blankets, cooking fuel and hygiene products, according to INGO preliminary assessment findings. In Khartoum, 61% of health facilities are closed and only 16% are functioning normally, leaving millions of people without access to healthcare.

The number of people fleeing Sudan continues to rise. According to IOM estimates, as of 5 May, 177,116 people have crossed the border into neighboring countries. The largest cross-border movements to date are Sudanese refugees arriving in Chad and Egypt, and South Sudanese returning to South Sudan. In Egypt, more than 40,000 Sudanese and 2,300 foreign nationals have crossed the border between Sudan and Egypt since May 1, passing through two border crossings: Qastal and Arqeen, according to the government. In Chad, more than 21,000 refugees, out of an estimated 30,000 new arrivals, have so far been verified, physically counted and identified. However, some newcomers still remain in the open air or under trees, while others sleep in makeshift shelters near the border. According to IOM and UNHCR, more than 27,000 people have arrived in South Sudan, 89% of whom are South Sudanese returnees, as of May 1. In the Central African Republic (CAR), around 6,000 people, including 400 Central African returnees, are believed to have crossed the border as a preventive measure from Sudan and are living with host families and spontaneous settlements in Am-Dafock as of 29 April . Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. According to IOM and UNHCR, more than 27,000 people have arrived in South Sudan, 89% of whom are South Sudanese returnees, as of May 1. In the Central African Republic (CAR), around 6,000 people, including 400 Central African returnees, are believed to have crossed the border as a preventive measure from Sudan and are living with host families and spontaneous settlements in Am-Dafock as of 29 April . Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. According to IOM and UNHCR, more than 27,000 people have arrived in South Sudan, 89% of whom are South Sudanese returnees, as of May 1. In the Central African Republic (CAR), around 6,000 people, including 400 Central African returnees, are believed to have crossed the border as a preventive measure from Sudan and are living with host families and spontaneous settlements in Am-Dafock as of 29 April . Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. as of May 1. In the Central African Republic (CAR), around 6,000 people, including 400 Central African returnees, are believed to have crossed the border as a preventive measure from Sudan and are living with host families and spontaneous settlements in Am-Dafock as of 29 April . Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. as of May 1. In the Central African Republic (CAR), around 6,000 people, including 400 Central African returnees, are believed to have crossed the border as a preventive measure from Sudan and are living with host families and spontaneous settlements in Am-Dafock as of 29 April . Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. as of April 29. Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased. as of April 29. Prior to this crisis, the northern region of the Central African Republic was already experiencing severe food insecurity and, with traffic between Sudan and the Central African Republic severely disrupted due to insecurity along the border, the price of basic commodities greatly increased.

Positioning of HI in Sudan and neighboring countries

Currently, HI is not present in Sudan, but intends to deploy emergency staff to launch a needs assessment with a focus on physical and functional rehabilitation, Risk Education (RE) of mines and explosive remnants of war (Explosive Ordnance Risk Education – EORE), inclusive humanitarian action and logistics platform (locations to be determined).

In Egypt, HI collaborates with local actors and service providers to improve children’s access to early detection of disabilities in toddlers and to provide early intervention services. It works with the most vulnerable people to identify children with disabilities and ensure their access to health and learning services.

HI supports the prevention of COVID-19 infections and mitigates its socio-economic impact on vulnerable populations. To do this, HI provides vulnerable households with food and financial aid and supports the resumption of their income-generating activities.

In the governorate of Asyut, HI’s intervention aims to strengthen the economic autonomy of households of people with disabilities by supporting their businesses and promoting economic inclusion.

Regarding the crisis in Sudan, in Egypt, HI intends to

• launch a multi-sector rapid needs assessment in the governorate of Aswan

• support local partners in the implementation of emergency humanitarian action

• Potential support for provision of psychosocial support, mental health referral and basic needs services (to be confirmed based on needs assessment).

In Chad, HI implements emergency interventions and development projects in the areas of assistance to victims of violence, inclusion, mine action, physical and functional rehabilitation and inclusive education in emergencies. The program seeks innovative and sustainable solutions to respond effectively to real needs and support the socio-economic development of the most vulnerable through the inclusion and development of income-generating activities and vocational training.

In the Lac region, HI contributes to the protection and education of children and carries out risk education activities for host communities and displaced people affected by the crisis. The program also conducts conflict transformation, social cohesion and inclusive local development activities.

Finally, HI supports children with disabilities through psychosocial support and rehabilitation services, and implements the stimulation therapy approach for malnourished children aged 6 to 59 months.

Regarding the crisis in Sudan, in Chad, HI intends to

• Potential to provide humanitarian services (H2H) following an assessment conducted by Atlas Logistique and supported by an Inclusive Humanitarian Action (AHI) emergency manager.

YOUR MISSION :

1. Strategy and management

Guide the strategy and operation of logistics by actively promoting HI’s institutional policy and optimizing our resources.

• STRATOP: contributes to the development, review and implementation of the operational strategy (stratop) in its field of competence;

• RISKS: produces and updates the risk map covering its area of ​​responsibility; proposes and implements risk mitigation measures;

• INCIDENTS: contributes to the establishment of incident reports in its field of competence;

• INDICATORS: produces, compiles and analyzes dashboard data;

• REPRESENTATION: represents HI externally on logistical issues concerning its geographical area (for example, forums, operational and strategic alliances); ensures the development of local partnerships necessary for the development of its area of ​​activity.

2. Standards and responsibility

• STANDARDS: ensures compliance with and application of HI standards throughout its professional sector, in terms of policy, processes and tools;

• LOCAL ADAPTATION: adapts and contextualizes these standards according to specific local characteristics;

• INTERNAL CONTROL: oversees internal control for its entire area of ​​responsibility;

• RESPONSIBILITY: guarantees compliance with and application of the institutional rules of donors for all projects implemented in its area of ​​responsibility;

3. Management of operational logistics

3.1 Diagnostic phase – Analysis of the context:

• Identifies regulatory requirements (donors, transport, customs, etc.);

• Analyzes the logistical context of the program (assessment of logistical capacities, table of logistical problems);

• Analyzes the logistical context of the projects;

• Assesses the capacities of available and mobilized resources (human and material).

3.2 Design Phase – Resource Planning:

• Designs a supply chain adapted to each project (costs, quality, deadlines);

• Contribute to the development of the schedule of project activities;

• Helps to define the material resources necessary to ensure the feasibility of the project;

• Defines the impact of logistics needs on the budget (logistics support);

• Defines the impact of project requirements on the budget;

• Anticipates derogations;

• Structure the human resources involved in logistics.

3.3 Launch phase – Planning the offer:

• Defines supply plans and purchasing strategy;

• Plans all the means necessary for the movement of goods during the duration of the project;

3.4 Implementation phase – Coordination:

• Adjusts the procurement plan after each project review;

3.5 Closing phase

• Manages the return of archives to headquarters;

• Participates in the return/donation of equipment;

• Participates in the preparation of donor reports;

4. Development of professional channels

Lead the professional development of the logistics sector in his field and contribute to this development for the whole organization.

• Contribute to the professional development of the logistics sector at the global level (community of practice);

• Develop a pool of local talent (conduct technical interviews with candidates and make recommendations; identify training needs).

5. Emergency Preparedness and Response

is responsible for providing appropriate support to emergency responses occurring within its geographical scope of action

• Participates in the analysis of the capacity of its programs and its teams to respond to emergency situations;

• Contribute to the identification of preparedness measures in conjunction with the headquarters emergency division; implement these measures;

• In the event of an emergency response, mobilizes and adapts its service and its processes: size of the team, hierarchy, coordination and communication mechanisms, ARCI, reporting, etc.;

• Strengthens external coordination with colleagues from other organizations.

6. Management

Assumes the role and posture of manager with regard to his staff:

• Promotes team spirit and teamwork to ensure the necessary synergies between divisions. Encourages the exchange of practices within and between divisions;

• Contributes to the professional development of the members of his team: sets individual objectives, ensures that the know-how and motivations of his staff meet the needs of the organization;

• Individual and collective recognition

• Develops the ability of its staff to work independently

• Embody and transmit HI’s values, ensure compliance with its code of conduct and institutional policies and be vigilant as to the attitudes and expected individual and collective behaviors.

YOUR PROFILE :

education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in technical studies.
• Thorough knowledge of standard logistics procedures and practices is required.

Professional experience

• At least 4 years in a logistics position, including at least two years as a field logistician in an emergency context with an INGO, experience working with several departments, sites and countries.

Skills/Competencies

• Excellent organizational skills
• Management of time
• Excellent communication, diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to deal effectively and patiently with internal and external parties
• Be motivated, focused and trustworthy
• Being able to advance the members of his team: developing the ability of his collaborators to work independently.
• Languages: English or French (English for Sudan and Egypt, Arabic is an asset; French for Chad)

At HI, the starting conditions are commensurate with your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. Particular attention is paid to health issues and your personal situation:  https://hi.org/fr/travailler-chez-hi

To find out about our integration and training path, and our mobility policy, click here:  https://hi.org/fr/integration-developpement-des-competences-

Conditions

• International contract of 6 months ideally starting from 05/06/2023
• The international contract allows social coverage adapted to the needs of each
  • Unemployment insurance levied only for EU nationals
  • Retirement insurance
  • Health coverage, repatriation, provident insurance covered by HI and by the employee
• Salary : from 2800 € gross / month according to professional experience
• Perdiem / Hardship and R&R : depending on the location of the mission
• Paid leave : 25 days a year
• Post : unaccompanied
• Housing : Collective / individual supported by HI