Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 20 May 2019
Job Summary:
FHI 360’s Crisis Response Team (CRT) is seeking an Emergency Logistics Coordinator to lead all operational and logistical support to an anticipated emergency disaster response program in Biera, Dondo, and Buzi Mozambique. The incumbent will oversee supply chain management, purchasing, facilities, security and fleet management. The incumbent will also be the project’s procurement specialist and will be responsible for ensuring rapid and efficient operational start-up. The incumbent will be the security focal point, and will be responsible for leading on emergency preparedness procedures. Knowledge of OFDA procurement requirements is mandatory. Previous emergency response logistics experience in natural disasters including heavy flooding events is strongly desired. English fluency required, Portuguese fluency is considered a strong advantage. This position initially envisioned as a three month assignment with possibility of extension.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, this position is considered an expedited hire and the anticipated program start date is April 15, 2019
Accountabilities:
- Develop standard protocols for essential logistic processes, including procurement requisition, warehouse management, and commodity dispatch. Special emphasis to be placed on establishing international and in-country pharmaceutical and medical equipment supply-chains, including importation, handling, and dispatch to field.
- Identify, establish, and manage facilities in emergencies, including office, residence, warehousing, and other critical infrastructure.
- Determine transportation requirements, secure transportation assets, and manage fleet allocation, including fuel, maintenance, and driver pool.
- Establish and maintain asset and inventory registry in Headquarter (HQ) and the field, including equipment allocation & maintenance, and dispose of assets in accordance with donor regulations.
- Ensure logistic and procurement activities are properly documented and fully adhere to United States Government (USG) export compliance as well as destination country importation & customs regulations and relevant protocols.
- Collaborate with HQ support departments to identify operations and administration process bottlenecks, and develop solutions appropriate for operations.
- Determine field operating costs allocated to logistics and procurement, including expense forecast and pipeline analysis.
- Identify staffing requirements and supervise logistics personnel while on deployment.
- Act as security focal point as required, including management of staff safety and movement protocols, management of 3rd party security providers, and development of security standard operating procedures for crisis operations.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of humanitarian procurement, budgeting, and supply chain management best practices.
- Working proficiency with relevant USAID/OFDA policies and regulations.
- Working knowledge of managing security protocols for both staff and supplies.
- Capable negotiator, with significant and geographically varied experience establishing contracts, managing vendors, and ensuring products/services are delivered per specifications.
- Knowledge of international donor procurement regulations and United Nations (UN) coordination experience essential; expertise with fraud detection and investigation techniques necessary.
- Excellent verbal and written English skills required.
- May work in insecure locations with minimal infrastructure or amenities.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Education:
- Bachelor Degree or its International Equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, Economics, Finance, Engineering or Business Administration.
- Master or other advanced degree preferred.
- Certification and/or Degree in logistics and/or supply-chain management preferred.
Experience:
- Typically requires 5-8 experience managing logistics & operations in emergencies.
- Experience establishing rapid startup operations/projects in new countries preferred.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company of progressive program management experience in humanitarian assistance.
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