Logistics Assistant
Support logistics operational needs and assist the Logistician.
Overview
Support logistics operational needs and assist the Logistician.
You have:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent higher education degree in business administration, logistics or similar field.
- Very good command (spoken and written) of English.
- Minimum two years' experience in a similar field.
- Strongly motivated by humanitarian work.
- Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment.
- Detailed knowledge of the local area.
- Driving license.
Contract
This is a Fixed Term contract. More about Fixed Term contracts.
What we do
Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.
In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.
We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.
Our values
- At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.
Purpose
The Logistics Assistant supports the Damazine Sub-delegation (DAA) and is responsible for following up on and handling requests relating to logistical operational needs. He reports directly to the Logistician.
Reports to (role)
- Logistician
Accountabilities & functional responsibilities
- Provides daily support to the Logistician while ensuring all activities comply with ICRC logistics standards, financial procedures, and institutional rules.
- Acts as a key point of contact between various logistics departments, including Supply Chain, fleet, warehousing, AirOps, and Impex.
- Ensures that service requesters are kept regularly updated on the status and progress of their specific logistics requests.
- Assists with local procurement processes, ensures profiles are submitted on time, and participates in the management of local suppliers.
- Conducts follow-up on inventory management, assists with fuel monitoring and replenishment, and handles the filing and archiving of logistics documents.
- Assists in managing daily vehicle movements and supports mechanics with workshop reporting and spare parts inventory management.
- Coordinates cargo movements, liaises with transporters, and assists in organizing shipments to other sites.
- Prepares necessary transport documents, such as Logistics Service Orders (LSOs), and ensures timely reception of incoming cargo.
- Secures required authorizations and permits from local authorities, such as the Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC).
- Serves as the primary backup to the Logistician during their absence to ensure uninterrupted logistics operations.
Desired profile and skills
- Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment
Certifications / Education required
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent higher education degree in business administration, logistics or similar field.
- Very good command (spoken and written) of English
- Computer literacy.
- Driving license.
Professional experience required
- Minimum two years' experience in a similar field.
- Detailed knowledge of the local area.
What we offer
- Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
- Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
- In-house training opportunities for personal development.
Additional information
- Type of role: National Staff
- Working rate: 100%
- Location: Damazin
- Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
- Length of assignment: Six months(Extendable)
- Application deadline: 02 July 2026
- Desired starting date: October 2026
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to manage multiple logistics requests simultaneously. How did you prioritize your tasks? | This question assesses your ability to manage competing priorities effectively. | Mention specific strategies you used to prioritize and balance multiple tasks. |
| Can you provide an example of how you handled a challenging procurement process? | The interviewer is evaluating your problem-solving skills in procurement. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a situation where you had to communicate important updates to service requesters. What approach did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure compliance with logistics standards and financial procedures in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Share an experience where you had to adapt to changing circumstances in a logistics role. How did you respond? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to monitor and manage inventory effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you worked under pressure in a humanitarian context. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize safety when working in potentially dangerous environments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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