Logistics Coordinator at Medecins du Monde

Medecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including France. It seeks to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care. MdM operating in Nigeria, Borno state since October 2016.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator

Location: Abuja

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.

Responsibilities
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
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.
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

Requirements

Two years of higher education qualification in Logistic Management/Purchasing
Five 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
Experience in working in a volatile security environment
Flexibility, reactivity, anticipation and adaptability
Integrity
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 environment
Knowledge of radio systems, satellite connections and GPS trackers
Languages: fluent English mandatory (oral and written). Knowledge of the country languages such as Hausa or French would be an asset
You embrace the core values and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde.
Knowledge of NGO Logistic processes
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work quickly, under pressure, and with short deadlines
Ability to take effective decisions according to the context
Good writing and communication skills