General information
Organisation
Created in 1979, Action contre la Faim is a non-governmental organization that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principals- independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, transparency - has been part of its identity for more than 40 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergency situations linked to conflicts or natural disasters. Action contre la Faim focuses its actions on 5 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health – Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection – Food Security and Livelihoods – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Advocacy. In 2022, Action contre la Faim provided aid to 28 million people in more than 46 countries worldwide. www.actioncontrelafaim.org
Reference
2024-2044
Position description
Job Family
Logistic
Function
Head of Logistics Department - Head of Logistics Department
Job title (publication)
A HEAD OF LOGISTICS DEPARTMENT
Contract duration (months)
6
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
Your work environment
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, millions of Ukrainian remain internally displaced in their country, while the ongoing hostilities continue to fuel a wide range of humanitarian needs and 14.5 million Ukrainian are considered as in need of assistance by the United Nations.
ACF has deployed a comprehensive multi-sectorial strategy through direct implementation and partnership, from humanitarian response to recovery. Core activities include Food Security & Livelihoods (distribution of food vouchers, cash assistance and support to small businesses), Mental Health & Care Practices (psychosocial support, psychoeducation, distress stabilization), WASH (rehabilitation of water networks, Collective Centers and medico-social institutions) as well as Health & Nutrition (support to Primary Health Care Centres and Mobile Health Units).
ACF currently intervenes in the East of Ukraine (Dnipro, Donetsk, Kharkiv, Sumy and Zapporizhzhia Oblasts), from a coordination base in Kyiv and two operational bases in Dnipro and Kharkiv.
We are looking for a Head of Logistics Department based in Kyiv, to manage the Logistic Department of Ukraine Country office and ensure the supply chain, general services and ICT sectors are working and delivering well while respecting ACF standards and policies.
Your position and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Country Director, your role will be to ensure the logistical performance of the Country Office and coordinate its implementation to provide the best support to the programmes.
More specifically, your missions will be to :
- Contribute to the definition of the country office's strategy
- Coordinate logistics at national level
- Manage international transport in collaboration with the HQ
- Ensure the relevance and monitor the implementation of the country office's safety policy, contribute to the implementation of the Country Office safety policy
- Promote and ensure collaboration and logistical coordination with the Country Office partners
- Prevent and manage situations of fraud and corruption
- Supervise and support the Logistics team in the capital and be the functional manager of the Logistics Manager on bases
You will be responsible for the management of a total of 15 people (direct management of 4 people in coordination : Deputy Logistic HoD - Supply, IT and General Officer and also technical management for the Logistics Manager and Base Logistician in field offices).
Priorities when taking up the position will be to :
- Strengthen the internal coordination (programs / finances / field offices), the supply chain with a main focus on procurement and importation processes
- Upgrade the logistic involvement in the partnership management
- Keep and upgrade the IT and energy set up and services
Your profile
You hold a Bachelor Degree or Master in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or similar level qualification, with at least 3 years of experience in Logistics in field-based setting (where programs are implemented), or 5 years in international organizations. Ideally, you have already worked with ACF.
You have extensive knowledge and understanding of humanitarian coordination mechanism, using participatory tools and methodologies for assessment, implementation. You have professional experience in logistics, implementation and monitoring, in budget and team management (supervision, delegation, motivation, addressing conflicts), including experience in conflict-affected/difficult security context settings.
Autonomous and organized, you have excellent reporting, time management, communication and capacity-building skills, and the ability to set priorities, make decision and work under pressure. You also have excellent capacity on use of computerized system/programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and technical programs).
You speak and write English fluently. Ukrainian/Russian are a plus.
Your employment conditions
- Fixed term contract under French legislation: 6 months until 31/08/2025
- Monthly gross salary from 2597 to 2968 € upon experience, including 13th month
- Reimbursement of the pension insurance for non-French citizens: 16% of the gross monthly salary
- Annual salary increase: 6% increase after and each 12 months of continuous contract
- Monthly per diem and living allowance: 838€ net, field paid
- Monthly country allowance: 450€
- Cold allowance: Reimbursement for the purchase of winter equipment for a maximum of 380€ per person per year in severe cold contexts
- Child allowance: 1500€ per year per child present in the country of origin (maximum 6000€/year)
- Transportation and accommodation: Coverage of transportation costs and guest house
- Medical coverage: ACF covers 100% of the health and repatriation insurance agreement fees, for your medical expenses (as well as your dependents if you have a family post), and up to 1 month after the end of your contract.
- Salary sustainment measures (sickness, paternity, maternity)
- Leaves and RnR: 25 days of paid leaves per year, 20 RnR per year, airfare reimbursement with a ceiling to get to the chosen break destination, and 215 € for each RnR period
- Accompaniment and trainings:
- Follow-up and support for career development
- Free and unlimited access to the e-learning platform Talentsoft
- Field trips : Dnipro, Kharkiv
ACF is committed to people with disabilities and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.
Why join us ?
You will join a very good logistic environment where inovatives ways of work can be developped. The national team is really committed to support their country fellows in this difficult environment which is motivating and heartwarming.
Position location
Job location
Europe, Ukraine, Kyiv
Candidate criteria
Minimum level of education required
2- Baccalauréat
Minimum level of experience required
6-10 years
Languages
Anglais (3- Niveau avancé)
Conditions
Expected start date
01/03/2025
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