Logistics Manager, Sudan

(With the current situation in Sudan, the duty station will be confirmed in due course)

As the Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for the logistic set up is according to NRC standard and to support programme / project implementation.  

Specific responsibilities

• Manage a supply chain of both national and international vendors capable of responding to a medium to large scale emergency response
• Establish and manage a good network with the Government of Sudan especially the HAC , Customs , relevant ministries to ensure timely clearance and delivery of humanitarian aid
• Establish Emergency response warehouse facilities capable of supporting a rapid response mechanism
• Deliver monthly logistics reports as required through established mechanisms
• Manage a logistics team capable of responding to medium to a large-scale emergency response
• Establish policies, guidelines and adapt SoPs for the logistics department where necessary and ensure that all staff have a good understanding of logistics procedures
• Invest in coaching, training and capacity building of logistics staff both in area offices and the Country Office 

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Generic professional competencies: 

• Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Logistics Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Knowledge and skills in market assessments, analysis and cash-based interventions
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profiles
• Valid driver’s license 

Desired Qualities: 

• Well versed and experience in large scale emergency response
• Resilient in active, low/ medium  scale armed conflict
• Ability to withstand high levels of stress and criticism
• Ability to deliver under high levels of pressure
• Very good negotiation skills
• Very high levels of problem-solving skills
• Able to manage a budding and not very skilled logistics team
• Ability to work in a multicultural team
• Analytic and high levels of patience to drive results 
• Critical thinker and strategy oriented 

What We Offer

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC, we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative

• 24 months fixed term contract
• We aim to attract either national or internationally experienced candidates; starting monthly pay for an international contract is NOK 50,744. This is dependent on level of experience
• An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause
• A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply but we are also open to external applicants who can show a commitment to NRC and being part of a challenging, but important mission to make a difference.  

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