Logistics coordinator (F/M)

Logistics & Procurement

Overview

Define, plan and implement all supply and logistics activities for MdM.

You have:

• Higher education in Logistics Management/Purchasing (2-year post-secondary education)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience (including at least one year in a logistical coordination position in a humanitarian setting or two years’ logistician experience)
• Experience in fleet management, safety/security, supply chain and stock
• Previous experience in importing medical equipment/drugs is a strong asset
• Experience working in a volatile security environment
• Strong technical skills in planning, implementing and leading the supply chain
• Ability to work quickly, under pressure, and with short deadlines
• Diplomacy, negotiation with suppliers and networking skills with logistical actors
• Capacity to analyse customs clearance procedures
• Knowledge of radio systems, satellite connections and GPS trackers
• Languages: English is mandatory (oral and written). Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is an asset

Description

For more than 40 years, Médecins du Monde (MdM), a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations here and abroad. It has continued to bear witness to obstacles that exist in accessing healthcare and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies.

Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM France currently works in 30 countries across all continents to facilitate access to healthcare through 6 political battles:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights
• Migration, Exile, Human Rights and Health
• Harm Reduction
• Environment and Health
• Humanitarian Space
• Healthcare systems and rights

Context

MdM has been working in Lebanon for nearly 30 years and specifically on the response to the Syrian crisis since 2012. The goal of MdM in Lebanon is to offer care to Syrian refugees and vulnerable Lebanese affected by this crisis. Currently, medical assistance is provided through one partner in one Primary Health Care Center in north Bekaa. MdM’s MHPSS intervention in Lebanon aims to strengthen the national mental health system and increase access to quality mental healthcare. MdM is working in the integration of mental health in the primary healthcare system and contributing to the development of a community-based mental healthcare services, opening and running community mental health centers (CMHC), in coordination with partners for the substance use, gender and inclusion components.

Since September 23, 2024, and the intensification of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Lebanon has entered a humanitarian crisis, with almost a million internally displaced persons (IDPs). MdM is stepping up its emergency response in areas where it is already active and is planning assessments in other parts of the country.

MdM’s activities are based in Beirut, Bekaa Valley and Tripoli.

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:

• 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 cluding compliance with donor regulations

Benefits

• Fixed-term contract
• Starting date: as soon as possible
• Duration: 4 months
• Gross monthly salary: €3,359
• Position based in Beirut, Lebanon
• 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
• Guesthouse housing
• 22.5 recovery days per year
• 5 weeks of paid leaves per year
• Health insurance (contribution 50% covered by MdM and 50% by the employee)
• Insurance (repatriation…)

Médecins du Monde promotes trainings and internal mobility

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TELEPHONE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Médecins du Monde reserves the right to fill the vacancy before the closing date for applications.

MdM stands up for the integration of people living with disabilities and fights against discrimination.

Requirements

• Higher education in Logistics Management/Purchasing (2-year post-secondary education)
• Minimum 5 years of professionnal experience (including at least one year in a logistical coordination position in a humanitarian setting or two years’ logistician experience)
• Experience in fleet management, safety/security, supply chain and stock
• Previous experience in importing medical equipment/drugs is a strong asset
• Experience working in a volatile security environment
• Strong technical skills in planning, implementing and leading the supply chain
• Ability to work quickly, under pressure, and with short deadlines
• Diplomacy, negotiation with suppliers and networking skills with logistical actors
• Capacity to analyse customs clearance procedures
• Knowledge of radio systems, satellite connections and GPS trackers
• Languages: English is mandatory (oral and written). Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is an asset
• You embrace the core values and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde

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