Logisticians at Medecins Du Monde

Location: Maiduguri

Tasks and Responsibilities

• As a logistician, you will be under the supervision of the logistics coordinator.
• You will support the national logistic team for the implementation of the base and you will follow-up the logistics activities with the resources, procedures and tools defined with the logistic coordinator.

More specifically, you will:

• Supply for the implementation of the base and the program.
• Supervise purchasing, ensuring that approval rules and procedures are observed.
• Select suppliers and negotiate prices, deadlines and delivery methods.
• Update price lists and supplier files, update the purchase follow-up tools.
• Ensure the vehicle fleet management, supervising the drivers’ team and ensuring the maintenance of the vehicles.
• Ensure the regular order for the guesthouse and the maintenance of the base.
• Upgrade and develop facilities for the leaving area of the expatriate.
• Supervise the team of guards, including scheduling, in line with MDM HR policies.
• Support the logistics coordinator in all aspects of security management for the mission.
• Collect security reports and follow up.
• Ensure implementation of the security protocols by the drivers and guards, as well as through procurement procedures and any other areas of work.

Skills and Experience Needed

• Certificate in Logistic Management (such as Bioforce Institute)
• At least 2-3 years of professional experience in logistics
• At least 1 previous experience with an I.NGO is required (with MDM is an asset)
• Experience dealing with suppliers and following procurement procedures
• Strong knowledge of MS Office tool pack (Word, Excel)
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to be flexible
• Ability to work under stressful situation and under specific security context
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills

Languages:

• English is mandatory (oral, written)
• French is an asset

Conditions of Employment

• Status: Volunteer - VSI
• Contract: Fixed-term contract
• Duration: 6 months
• 915 euros / month + perdiem
• Starting date: ASAP
• Single posting