MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. We are a non-profit, self-governed worldwide movement of more than 63,000 people.  

We provide emergency medical assistance during armed conflict, natural disasters, outbreaks of deadly diseases and assist those who are excluded from healthcare. MSF delivers care based on need and when we see injustice, we speak out. We are an organization that remains impartial, knowledgeable, and effective, and this is what makes the difference between life and death.  

People are our priority. At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/ Artsen zonder Grenzen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees.   We encourage diverse applicants including individuals of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, social and marital status, people with different abilities and all other diversity characteristics and how they work together.  

MSF-Netherlands in Italy coordinates the Search and Rescue operations in the central Mediterranean which provide lifesaving activities and basic assistance operating with Oyvon ship.


As of 1 April 2026, MSF-Holland is looking for a:

Logistics Team Leader (100%)

Located in Licata (Sicily – Italy)

Participate in defining, planning and managing logistics activities and programs in the field in accordance with MSF protocols as well as coordinate human and material related resources needed in order to contribute to the proper development of the and optimise the impact of the medical projects. 


Main responsibilities

Provides leadership and direction to the Learning & Development department, in support of the organisation’s Staff Vision and Strategic Plan, through the development and implementation of the L&D Vision, Strategy, Annual Action Plans and related budgets. 

To develop and transform the department into a Center of Expertise, which pro-actively advises and supports the organisation on how to improve the quality and impact of our L&D offering, building on the latest developments in L&D. 

Improve cooperation and communication with other departments in the organsiation and with the L&D departments of the other Operation Centres (OCs) with the aim to gain efficiency of resources and increase the quality of our L&D offer.

Responsibilities and activities

In collaboration with Project Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator:

·Participate in the development of project policies, annual plans, project proposals, and budget reviews.

·Implement and maintain an appropriate supply chain for the project.

·Ensure the installation and maintenance of functional office spaces and living facilities in adequate conditions, along with required equipment.

·Monitor and manage the project's material resources.

·Implement monitoring and reporting tools for logistics activities.

·Supervise support activities (communications, transport, energy, etc.) and logistics tasks related to medical objectives (construction, water and sanitation).

·Plan recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and development processes for logistics staff.

Specific accountabilities 

·Develop systems and support structures that ensure the Logistics department functions to ensure continuous and quality support of the SAR operations, whilst ensuring cohesion between the vessel and onshore needs. 

·Asses the needs of the SAR operations and develop preventative maintenance and reactionary systems that are adapted to the needs of the operations, applying MSF standards where applicable and beneficial. 

·Strengthen the Supply department, ensuring that: policy framework is beneficial and adapted to the context, that systems throughout the supply chain are adhered to and adapted to the operations and transferable between changing crew and covering onshore staff. 

·Covering LogCo and vessel manager needs as required. 


Requirements  

Education 

·Required: diploma or professional experience in a technical area 

Experience 

·Desirable: MSF experience  

·Desirable: MSF Logistics Team Leader experience, desirably with coaching experience within non-standard contexts. 

Languages 

·Fluent written and spoken English essential (C1) 

·Desirable: Italian (C1) 

Knowledge 

·Highly desirable: Customs and export knowledge within the Italian maritime context.    

·Maritime or boating technical knowledge is a plus.  

Competencies 

·Teamwork and Cooperation L3 

·Leadership L3 

·Strategic vision L3 

·Security Awareness and management L2 

·Supply management L3 

·Logistics Administration L3 

·Biomedical equipment L2 


We offer 

A local Italian employment contract from 01/04/2026 until 31/12/2026 (renewable), fixed-term, full-time. Located in Licata (Sicily).

Candidates should hold a work permit to work in Italy.

A gross monthly salary euro 38.500 – 41.580 depending on MSF experience of the candidate.

Application 

If you recognise yourself in this profile, we welcome you to apply by sending a letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English) + 2 contacts of references to sar-jobs@oca.msf.org – Subject: LTL_Your Surname

The closing date for applications is 28th February 2026.  

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that the selection may be closed early if a suitable candidate is identified.

***No agencies please***

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