General information:
Organization: Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH), Warsaw-based international non-governmental organization with a representation office in Madagascar;
Position: Country Logistics Manager
Location: Fort Dauphin (with travels to operation locations)
Job terms: Full time
Type of employment: Fixed term employment contract
Length of the contract: January 6th – October 31st, 2025
About PAH:
Polish Humanitarian Action is a non-governmental organization providing humanitarian and development relief worldwide since 1992. So far, we have carried out interventions in 52 different countries, implementing projects in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Shelter, Education, Food Security and Livelihood and Psychological support. Our head office is located in Warsaw, we have also offices in Toruń, Olsztyn, Białystok as well as 6 national offices: in South Sudan, Somalia, Kenya, Yemen, Madagascar and Ukraine, where we employ mainly local employees.
Learn more about values and principles that guide us in our daily work, you can find them in the PAH Culture Book. It is not only a guide to our activities, but also a document presenting the foundations on which our organization is based: humanity, impartiality, neutrality and independence.
Join our team to make the world a better place.
PAH has been present in Madagascar since May 2022 delivering humanitarian aid to the most vulnerable population affected by catastrophic drought in southern part of the country. PAH provides assistance in sectors of WASH, Nutrition, and Livelihoods with elements of Agriculture.
For more information, please refer to www.pah.org.pl/en
Key job responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for all logistics and procurement functions in Madagascar
- Provide direct oversight and guidance to the Logistics Officers and assistants, ensuring effective management of various logistics functions, including asset management, fleet management, transportation, warehousing, and procurement
- Ensure compliance with organizational and donor regulations, as well as safety standards in logistics and procurement operations
- Liaise with all supply chain actors (government authorities, private companies, INGO partners and clusters) and insure procurement of WASH, NFI, food and others in accordance with international and local laws
- Actively participate in the development and updates of project planning and budget proposals, including emergency operation
- Provide valuable assistance in formulating strategies and providing guidance to the Country Director in converting recognized logistical and technical requirements into Country Program goals, priorities, and the essential resources
- In collaboration with the Head of Programmes establish a comprehensive country Procurement Plan in alignment with expenditure validation procedures and scale
- Role and responsibility to ensure quality of reporting, exchanges and sharing of reliable information and data to HQ
- Ensure proper documentation and archiving
The successful candidate will be selected based on the qualification requirements described below:
- +5 years of relevant experience working in humanitarian logistics and procurement
- Proven experience in team management (at least 3 years)
- Previous experience in international work environment
- Negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills
- Experience with the logistical challenges of operating in Madagascar or similar contexts
- Proficiency in using Microsoft tools (especially Microsoft Excel)
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and French (C1) is a must
- Driving license
What PAH offers:
- Work experience with professional and flexible international NGO, which is one of the largest NGOs in the Central-Eastern Europe
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and motivated team
- Annual leave of 26 working days and 5 additional days of free leave
- Accommodation allowance
- Small family duty station (applicable for 1 family member/partner)
- Medical insurance (including Emergency Evacuation)
- Psychological Support Package
How to Apply:
Please fill in the online application form and submit your resume (max. 2 pages) and cover letter in English no later than December 22th, 2024.
We strongly encourage qualified candidates to apply as soon as possible, as due to the urgency to fill the post, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Kindly note that only the candidates shortlisted for the next stages of the recruitment will be contacted.
