Médecins du Monde or Doctors of the World, is an international humanitarian organization which provides emergency and long-term medical care to the world's most vulnerable people.

Médecins du Monde (MDM) is operating in Ethiopia since 1986 in different types of health projects. MDM–France invites qualified candidates to apply for the following position:

Duty station:  Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Coordination Office

Starting date:  Immediately /ASAP

Employment Term: 12 Months with possibility of extension

Basic Salary: 80870.00

Reported to: General Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the General Coordinator, Logistic Coordinator is part of the senior management team and is the head of logistic support services, responsible for providing leadership to the logistic department in developing and implementing the logistic strategy of the mission and ensuring overall availability of goods and services to support programmatic interventions and ensures accountability, transparency, and compliance to internal and external regulations.

Essential duties and responsibilities. Coordination

• Define and implement the logistics tools required to achieve the general objectives

• Define and implement the logistics processes and procedures

• Assist the field teams in scheduling all logistics activities

• Provide input on logistics matters to the coordination team

• Ensure that the monthly logistics reporting documents and forms are timely sent to HQ

• Responsible for communicating proactively

• Ensure periodic and on-need base visits to the field offices and project areas.

Procurement, supply chain & asset management

• Oversee the full scope of the supply chain management

• Identify and setup the most efficient supply chain for medical equipment and drugs

• Clarify and manage drugs import processes

• Liaise with HQ purchasing department for international procurement by providing optimal upstream communication

• Conduct a market assessment

•  Maintain and reinforce local supplier relationships

• Ensure systems to mitigate risks from corruption, fraud and mismanagement

• Oversee the general fleet management processes

• Maintain a continuously updated equipment list for the mission

Team management

• Responsible for maintaining adequate human resource for the logistics department

• Ensure recruitment, induction and capacity building

• Responsible for the functional management of specified logistics staff

• Ensures smooth and timely communication

• Responsible to ensure awareness of, and compliance with, logistics systems, MdM and donor procedures

• Brief and debrief staff on logistical and technical aspects of the mission

Safety and Security

• Participate in development, review, implementation, dissemination and monitoring of MdM's safety and security measures in-country

• Immediately report any safety/security incidents to the security focal point

• Participate in the identification and selection of premises

• Define and ensure the minimum security and safety standards for each premise (guesthouse, offices, warehouse, health facilities, etc.)

Meetings, Representation and Reporting

• Represent MdM and network with other organizations and coordination forums

• Attend national logistics and/or security related external meetings

• Consolidate logistics reporting (assets, fleet, premises etc.) and prepare monthly logistics report

Support to Program Activities

• Perform the role of technical advisor at country level

• Responsible for the appropriate selection, installation, use and maintenance of equipment across the following technical disciplines: Information Technology, Communications, Mechanics, Energy & Electricity, Cold Chain etc.

• Manage and supervise the rehabilitation of the health facilities (including waste management and infrastructure) according to program needs

• Take part in any project needs assessment as required

• Develop and maintain good network of contacts to facilitate emergency responses (customs, suppliers, other NGOs, etc.) and provide logistics support to any emergency responses as needed

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field. Master's degree is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in overall logistics management and 3 years at managerial position, with a  focus on procurement, transport, warehousing, and inventory management.

Personal Skills and qualities required

• Proven INGO experience in managing logistics operations in humanitarian or development contexts, preferably in Ethiopia or other similar contexts.

• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, transport and customs procedures, and inventory management systems.

• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Ability to travel within Ethiopia and internationally as required.

• Well-versed with computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processor, outlook and power point.

• Basic IT installation/maintenance and knowledge of google maps will be an

Languages

• Fluent in Amharic and English, writing , reading and lessening 

How To Apply

Interested applicants are required to fill the application form at the following link

CLIK HERE (Note: All the information that provided in this form is true and accurate) and submit your CV with cover letter through mdmrecruitment2023@gmail.com with the subject Logistic Coordinator/ Ethiopia, Addis Ababa

 NB: Please notice that if you have not heard from MdM within 15 days of the submission date of the deadline, you should presume you were not short listed for this position. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. However, MdM thanks you for your interest and encourages you to apply for other openings where your skills and experience match.