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* Other possible location where CARE has representation.

* This position will be on a local contract.

CARE USA is seeking a Humanitarian Logistics Specialist - Francophone to join our global humanitarian operations team. This role is pivotal in leading and supporting logistics and supply chain management during humanitarian emergencies, particularly in French and English-speaking countries. The Specialist will play a critical role in supporting CARE’s country offices and regional teams to implement high-quality, gender-responsive logistics processes in emergencies, with a focus on speed, efficiency, and scale.

As a key member of the Humanitarian Affairs Team (HAT), the incumbent will provide technical support, capacity building, and strategic guidance to CARE’s emergency logistics efforts. S/he will ensure preparedness planning and the effective implementation of logistics methodologies across regions, while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Deployment & Emergency Response: Deploy to regional and country offices during major emergencies to provide technical guidance on logistics functions, including warehousing, transportation, fleet, last-mile delivery, and distribution.


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  Logistics Leadership: Lead end-to-end supply chain activities, such as vendor management, sourcing, procurement, and facility management, during humanitarian responses.


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  Capacity Building: Deliver capacity-building efforts for CARE staff and partners on humanitarian logistics, and develop training materials for emergency preparedness.


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  Preparedness Planning: Support the development of emergency logistics preparedness plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and tools to ensure CARE’s capacity for timely response.


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  Collaboration & Representation: Work closely with internal teams, CARE Member Partners, Regional Management Units, and external stakeholders to enhance logistics efficiency. Represent CARE in relevant supply chain/logistics forums when required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in humanitarian logistics, procurement, or program support at an international organization.


• Proven experience in leading logistics roles in major emergencies.


• Strong capacity building, training, and mentoring skills for diverse teams.


• Excellent command of both French and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

How to apply

https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CAREUSA&cws=52&rid=7647

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Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

CONTEXT

Logistics at MSF aims at providing a safe, functional, and effective environment of care for our patients, the populations we assist and our teams through a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. MSF operations are very diverse and constantly evolving, requiring Logs to continuously adapt to provide appropriate solutions.

The Logistics Department’s mission is twofold. First, it provides the frame of action for Logs in our projects to ensure quality and continuity of Log action. Second, it provides access to support (both in technical and intervention families), knowledge, and learning and development opportunities for project’s Logs to carry out their assignment.

For these purposes, the Logistics department at MSF Operational Centre Brussels (OCB) is composed of 3 main units:

• The Logistics Support Unit (LSU) provides direct support to Logs in Operations in intervention and technical families and identifies needs to be tackled by other Log entities


• The Workforce Unit (WFU) ensures that the Log workforce is available and prepared to contribute to operational ambitions


• The Knowledge Management Unit (KMU) aims at improving access to information, knowledge, and the variety of support means for Logs in the countries of operations

As the Regional Energy Referent for East and Southern Africa, you help in the implementation of the energy mandate, ensuring people's safety, equipment protection, and electrical service continuity. You will implement or improve practices for effective and efficient design, installation, management, and energy settings in the East Africa region (Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Kenya) and Southern Africa region (Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa).

[1] Available upon request or here if you have an MSF email address.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary point of contact for technical support requests and answers questions coming from the Logistics Coordinators and Log Cells in their geographic area, if needed, with support from the Energy, HVAC & Cold Chain Team Leader, and the Energy Specialist


• Contribute to the Energy, HVAC & Cold Chain Team Leader, and the Log Cells by giving feedback on the functional status of the Energy conditions in projects


• Assist and advise on setting up energy settings for starting or running missions regarding technical needs, human resources, training, and external contractors according to the MSF framework


• Provide strategic and first-line technical support for missions/projects where local expertise is unavailable; s/he helps the projects design and maintain energy equipment installed in the supported countries in the East and Southern Africa regions


• Identify, define, and propose solutions and strategies to the missions and cells that reduce the environmental footprint of the electrical installations.


• Market Assessment of local/regional Distributors/Suppliers, including after-sales services


• Harmonization of Energy support in the region


• Analyse recurrent issues thoroughly

Provide specialized 2nd line support in the Energy domain in the region and contribute to the reflection on the impact of this 2nd line support on the 3rd line developments:

• Support the Log project Team in evaluating regional external suppliers, maintenance contracts, regional purchases, and outsourced Energy services and equipment


• Support the Log project Team in solving interdisciplinary technical problems affecting the optimal functionality of the Energy equipment regarding electrical or water supply, infrastructural concerns, and infection control matters, among others


• Contribute to ensuring that each/most of the 2nd-line support impacts the 3rd-line developments and has proper capitalization


• Ensure Energy Managers working in the region have the necessary technical support and guidance

Provide support to the Energy, HVAC, & Cold Chain Team Leader in 3rd line support tools development, such as:

• Reinforce capacities by organizing Energy technical training adapted to the region where you define content and methodology


• Guidelines for designing and maintaining complex Energy settings (i.e., solar systems or synchronized generators)


• Follow-up and supervise outsourced projects and developments in the region, maintaining a database of external contractors and providers, giving advice on contracts between the missions under their responsibility and 3rd parties in energy matters.


• Job descriptions of Mission Energy Referents, Managers and Specialists, and Energy Technicians in the region


• Regional market assessment of Energy equipment


• Build a network to support the Log Community in the Energy domain in the Region

Exceptionally provide specialized 1st line support in the Energy domain, in particular cases when no other solution is possible:

• Support the Log project Team on the design, installation, use, maintenance, and commissioning of the energy settings (hospitals and health centers, bases and residences)


• Support the Log project Team in designing, organizing, coordinating, and following up on implementing or rehabilitating complex and large Energy settings


• Support the Log project Team in the functional evaluation of energy setups and propose new solutions


• Support the projects in increasing the abilities and capacities of the project team in the energy domain


• Improve and implement in the projects the MSF basics, protocols, tools, and techniques related to Energy solutions (design, installation, and maintenance)


• Analyze the needs for maintenance in the different projects and recommend the ideal HR setup.


• Follow up and ensure the reporting on the progress of the Energy activities following adequate lines of communication


• Study local regulations that impact the use and safety of Energy equipment


• Facilitate clarifying roles and responsibilities between technical families and users for appropriate management of Energy equipment in the countries of intervention


• Evaluate in the projects the possibilities and advantages of collaboration with the other technical families: HVAC, Construction, Motorized Fleet, Telecom, Environmental Health (WatSan), Biomed, Health Facilities Management

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Engineering background or certified studies/training in energy


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  Minimum 5 years of experience in energy technical roles
  


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  Minimum 1 year of experience with MSF, or another INGO, in countries of intervention
  


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  Minimum 1 year experience as team manager
  


• Training experience in technical maintenance is an asset


• Relevant work experience in health structures is an asset


• Relevant work experience in the East & Southern Africa region is an asset

Competencies

• Coaching and training skills


• Good teamwork and cooperation capacity


• Good communication skills, active listener, communicates clearly and effectively, sense of diplomacy


• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and contexts


• Strong intercultural awareness and adaptability


• Result, quality & service oriented


• Good analytical skills


• Proactive and willing to propose innovative ideas and solutions rapidly


• Ability to set priorities and organize their work.


• Willing to take measured risks and responsibility about choices and decisions


• Ability to work in a stressful environment

Languages

• Proficiency in both oral and written English is mandatory


• Good Knowledge of Portuguese, French, Arabic, or Swahili is an asset

CONDITIONS

• Expected starting date: March 2025
  


• Location: Nairobi (Kenya)


• Mobility: Up to 50% of visits in projects, visits in office in Brussels


• Contract type: Fixed-term contract – Full-time


• Contract duration: 12 months (extendable)


• The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidate and in compliance with the standard MSF function and salary grids


• Not a family position


• Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment


• Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments

Deadline for applications: 12th of January 2025

How to apply

How to apply?

➢ Submit your application via the 'Apply here' button on the vacancy page

➢ You will be directed to the online application form for this position

➢ It should take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for having your CV and motivation letter in English ready to upload (preferably in pdf format)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your personal data. For more information, consult our privacy notice to job applicants.

Glocal Roots is searching for volunteers to join our project in Kos, Greece.

On Kos, Glocal Roots is the sole NGO providing material and integration support outside the camp on the island of Kos. Our hub located in Kos town provides assistance to refugees who reside in the camp or have self-accommodated in the town, especially in their initial stages in Greece. Our primary focus is to cover gaps in basic needs and aid in peoples inclusion into society and empowerment, and do it fairly.

In The Hub, we have a FreeShop where we distribute hygiene and food products once a month to the displaced people that reside on the island. We also have a Community Center, providing a safe space where people can have a cup of tea or coffee, eat some snacks and spend time on it. In this area other different activities are happening, such as English classes, different cultural events, recreational activities, or workshops, depending on our volunteer and team members skills. We also run a Help Desk, where we aim to support refugees and asylum-seekers in the different questions they might have according to access integration basic services, for instance, the research for jobs and housing, or any other questions or concerns.

Tasks and responsibilities

The days at the shop and center are very dynamic and tasks may change a little bit from day to day. Each team member will be assigned tasks and roles.

However, the main daily tasks and responsibilities of volunteers may include:

• Registering new people in the FreeShop


• Explaining how the FreeShop works and assisting people in their shopping


• Preparing the FreeShop and keeping track of the stock and storage


• Shopping, going to suppliers, shops, collecting or gathering aid.


• If you are a driver you may be needed for transportation of aid, supplies, other volunteers, and those we are helping to support with their general wellbeing.


• Welcoming and maintain the community center and the common areas


• Cleaning the bathrooms, community center, shop, storage, kitchen, garden area and the entrance


• Organizing recreational and other type of activities


• Sitting and chatting with and preparing tea and coffee for the people in the community center


• Supporting people through our Help Desk (replying to WhatsApp inquiries, searching apartments, referrals to other organizations, organizing doctor’s appointments, etc.)


• Supporting in other administrative tasks (mail, receipts, advertisements, etc.(


• Social media content


• Running errands


• Teaching English classes (beginner level)


• Preparing and going on deliveries


• … and more!

How to apply

If you are interested in joining our team in Kos, send an email to kos@glocalroots.org, telling us a little about who you are and why you are interested in volunteering with us.

If you can, please also mention the approximate dates you are available and any special interests or skills you have.

GENERAL CONTEXT

Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent medical-humanitarian organization, which offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Emergency responses fall under the responsibility of the Operations Department, specifically the Emergency Unit (EU).

The operational plan is channeling most of its energies and capacities to-wards providing lifesaving and comprehensive care for victims of acute and protracted conflict and violence, emphasizing high quality interventions and the safety and dignity of patients. In doing so, OCBA will have Emergency response to acute needs at the forefront of our organizational priorities and culture, in a range of 20 to 30% of our operational volume.

We will continue improving timely and appropriate emergency response in conflicts, to outbreaks and to acute nutritional crises.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE

Hierarchically accountable to the Head of the Emergency Unit (REUE) and/or its deputy, and functionally under the Operational Cell-based Logistics Responsible (TELOUE), (S) he is part of a team composed of around 20 people of MSF OCBA “Emergency Team”, or emergency pool. A typical intervention is composed of a General Emergency coordinator, emergency medical/logistic/financial coordinators and medical/logistic/financial technicians. (S) He will be responsible to support and manage all activities developed by the logistical teams working for MSF OCBA in the field, ensuring a suitable response. Exceptionally and if timely adequate, (S) he will also oversee launching regular activities and/or projects in countries where MSF OCBA is not present.

MAIN REPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure a smooth operational logistics set up, following up and eventually closing of emergency missions for OCBA.


• To guarantee the respect of the general humanitarian policy of OCBA


• To ensure the highest possible quality standard of the intervention in accordance with the medical, logistic, financial, human resource and communication policies of OCBA


• To propose logistical deployment plan for the intervention within the scope of the organisation’s capacity


• To support the Emergency Coordinator (HoM) in the elaboration and implementation of the security guidelines in the country of intervention


• To guarantee appropriate living conditions are implemented to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of the emergency team.


• To guarantee the capitalisation of the logistical field experience


• To contribute to develop the expertise of OCBA.


• To conduct support activities at HQ level when required

SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES

• Preparedness & conduction of exploratory missions for MSF OCBA.


• Plan & implement logistics technical activities in the emergency intervention.


• To back up the HoM if needed.


• Report in regular basis to Emergency General coordinator & TELOUE in the progress and constraints on the logistical operations.


• Responsible for the proper application of HR policies and associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, potential, detection, and internal communication).


• Responsible for ensuring technical reference and support for all logistics/technical issues in the mission.


• Responsible for ensuring installation and maintenance of functional office space(s) and lodging facilities in an adequate living condition as well as all the equipment required.


• Responsible for ensuring the proper use and maintenance of IT (computers, software, backups, etc.) and communication tools as well as the communication means in the Mission.


• Responsible for defining and monitoring the technical aspects of the risk reduction policy, transport, communication, protection, identification, and preparation of the technical aspects of the mission security policy and guidelines, evacuation plan and contingency plan, monitoring on a daily basis the security rules observation and reporting to the HoM of any problem. For this purpose, the Logistics Coordinator will have to create an appropriate environment to facilitate exchange of information on security situation and will be the security back up in the absence of the HoM.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• MSF experience of minimum 18 months or 4 missions and preferably in emergencies and/or insecure context. Alternatively, experience in similar other organisations will be considered.


• Experience in managing logistic teams.


• Working knowledge of the three following languages: Spanish, English and/or French. Other languages are an asset.


• Good knowledge in the main logistical families (WH&S, Vector Control, Cold Chain, Telecommunications, Relief distributions, Shelter, Air ops, Supply, etc).


• Having followed coordination & technical courses (LMC/BMC/WEDEC/TLC/PSP) will be considered a plus.

CONDITIONS

• Homebased position when not deployed to the field during interventions.


• Salary defined by the MSF salary grid (level 13 IRRFG). Subjected to Emergency Unit Pool conditions & benefits.


• Duration: Minimum commitment of 1 year.


• Full time position.


• Starting date: As soon as possible.

How to apply

• To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter.


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  https://careers.msf-applications.org/job-invite/9109/
  


• Closing date:17th of November 2024, 23:59 CET (Central European Time).

MSF OCBA is a people-focused humanitarian organization that offers a diverse, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. We believe this approach enhances our work and we are committed to equity in employment. We embrace diverse backgrounds of people working together to exhibit their passion in action for the social mission of MSF.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. MSF provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo reference checks.

Médecins Sans Frontieres, as a responsible employer, under article 38 of “Ley de Integración Social del Minusválido de 1982 (LISMI)” invite those persons with a recognized disability and with an interest in the humanitarian area to apply for the above-mentioned position.

Senior Logistics Experts – Short Term Deployments Pool

Creating of a pool of Senior Logistics Experts for deployment across MAG country Programmes

COVID-19’s impact on global humanitarian operations has increased the complexity of supporting country programmes. Multiple conflicts around the words require MAG to prepare for a scale up of operations across several country programmes, and within the next few years there will be multiple short-term deployment opportunities for Senior Logistics Experts. MAG is launching a pre-selection process to set up a Pool of senior logistics professionals, matching one or more of the specific deployment ToR’s listed and described within the Candidate Information Pack.

Specific terms for the Pool

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   Duration of the Pool: Pre-selected senior logistics experts will agree to their details (including CV and other personal information as necessary) being kept by MAG within a dedicated Pool until 31 December 2023. Toward the end of this period, MAG will ask Pool members if they wish to continue within the Pool, or if they want to be removed and have their data deleted. Unsuccessful applicants’ data will be processed per MAG’s normal standards and their personal data will therefore be deleted following six months.

   
   


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   Assignments: when necessity for a deployment along one of the specific deployment ToR’s listed and described below, the list of approved senior logistics experts pre-validated for the specific type of ToR will be reviewed to check availability. Among the available and pre-validated senior logistics experts, relevant experience in the operating context and an interview with the hiring manager will determine the selected expert that will be deployed.

   
   


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   Duration of Assignments: Short-term deployments are generally intended for a duration not exceeding 12 weeks’ total duration; the exact duration is pre-agreed by parties ahead of each deployment and is related to the specific type of support required by MAG Country Programme.

   
   


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   Destination of Assignments: deployment destinations are need-based; the Pool covers all MAG Country Programmes worldwide.

   
   


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   Once a deployment is mutually agreed by parties in all terms, MAG will organize the deployment based on a fixed term employee contract:

   
   

Based on the nature of the role, MAG will offer a salary set using its job evaluation framework, as well as a Cost-of-Living Allowance and other allowances as appropriate for the position. As an employee, the individual will also be covered by MAG’s medical insurance policies, as well as receive

accommodation, annual leave and flights. MAG will also make all travel and visa arrangements.

Location of work

Detailed, time-bound and measurable ToR’s will be developed and agreed to ahead of any deployment. However, for the purpose of the creation of the Pool, two different types of example ToR’s have been developed and applicants should set out in their application which of the ToR’s they want to be considered for. These two ToR’s are detailed within the Candidate Information Pack.

Applicants may apply for one or both ToR’s. Where applicants select multiple ToR’s, they may be required to complete a selection exercise for each ToR they apply for. They would only be required to attend one interview however.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. These are usually completed at the time of appointment however, for successful candidates on the Pool, reference checks will be pre-completed, reviewed and approved as individuals are entered on to it. Remaining background checks will be completed on appointment to a role.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

How to apply

For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAG. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as the advert may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.