Logistics coordinator (F/M) – Syria

For more than 40 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations here and abroad. It has continued to bear witness to obstacles that exist in accessing healthcare and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies.

Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM France currently works in 30 countries across all continents to facilitate access to healthcare through 6 political battles:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights
• Migration, Exile, Human Rights and Health
• Harm Reduction
• Environment and Health
• Humanitarian Space
• Healthcare systems and rights

Context

On November 26, 2024, opposition forces (HTS) launched a military offensive against the Assad Government in northwestern Syria, particularly in the governorates of Aleppo and Idlib. The offensive progressed rapidly, advancing toward the central and southern regions of the country, including Hama and Homs, before reaching Damascus on December 8, 2024. HTS’s entry into Damascus marked the fall of the Assad Government, resulting in the President and his family fleeing the country.

Today, HTS is de facto in control of the part of Syria that was previously controlled by the Assad Government. Northeast Syria remains controlled by Kurdish forces (SDF); furthermore, the border area with Türkiye in the Northwest and Northeast Syria remains controlled by the Syrian National Army, supported directly by Türkiye.

In this context, Médecins du Monde is opening a mission in Syria.

Job description

Under the supervision of the general coordinator, you define, plan and implement all supply and logistics activities, while ensuring budget compliance and respect of MdM’s protocols and procedures. You lead and manage the logistics team.

More specifically, your main responsibilities are the following:

• Define, plan and budget logistical needs for the mission and monitor logistical activities
• Define, implement and adapt procurement plan and procedures
• Manage contracts related to logistics and supply activities
• Recruit and manage the logistics team, set objectives, define training needs, ensure skills management
• Ensure monitoring and reporting on logistical activities, adapt indicators when needed
• Supervise and manage the transportation of goods and people
• Supervise the installation and maintenance of office and accommodation areas
• Define and monitor IT and communication resources
• Ensure that the archiving system for logistics documents is respected
• Participate in the definition, implementation and monitoring of the safety and security standards
• Provide logistics guidance, training, advising and technical support to all field teams
• Participate in meetings with authorities and other NGOs on logistics and security issues

Required profile

• Higher education in Logistic Management/Purchasing (2-year post-secondary education)
• Minimum 2 years of professionnal experience (including at least one year in a logistical coordination position in a humanitarian setting or two years’ logistician experience)
• Previous experience in a similar position
• Experience in safety and security management, including in volatile context
• Experience in fleet management, supply chain and stock management
• Experience in mission opening is an asset
• Strong technical skills in planning, implementing and leading the supply chain
• Ability to work quickly, under pressure, and with short deadlines
• Diplomacy, negotiation with suppliers and networking skills with logistical actors
• Capacity to analyse customs clearance procedures
• Knowledge of radio systems, satellite connections and GPS trackers
• Languages: fluent English mandatory (oral and written). Knowledge of Arabic is an asset
• You embrace the core values and support the proactive philosophy of Médecins du Monde

Conditions of employment

• Starting date : as soon as possible
• 3-month contract
• Gross monthly salary: €3,306
• Position based in Damascus with regular field visits to sites of intervention or assessment (Rural Damascus, Homs, other governorates).
• Premium equal to one month salary paid in two instalments – minimum of 6 months seniority required
• Expatriation bonus (10% gross salary per month)
• Transportation cost, vaccines and visas covered
• Guesthouse housing
• 22.5 recovery days per year
• 5 weeks of paid leaves per year
• Health insurance (50% covered by MdM and 50% by the employee)
• Insurance (repatriation…)

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