All-round logistician

MSF UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MSF UK is seeking an all-round logistician for dynamic roles in varied contexts. The position encompasses logistics, HR, and finance management, along with supervising local staff and ensuring efficient operations. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a broad skill set to adapt to diverse task requirements and work environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and team management.
• Ability to work in high-security contexts.
• Versatile skill set for diverse responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of logistics and administrative staff.
• Planning and ordering supplies.
• Overseeing non-medical operational tasks.

Skills

Flexibility

Team Management

Logistics Coordination

Budget Management

Job description

Working with us as an all-round logistician is a diverse and rewarding experience.

From human resources and finance to management of communications equipment, supply management, vehicle maintenance, and sometimes even water and sanitation, our all-round logisticians are often found on smaller Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) projects where a limited team is required.

The role can include human resource, finance, and logistics managers, maintenance managers, project managers, support services managers, facilities managers, mechanics, electricians, builders, and plumbers.

Responsibilities

All-round logisticians come from various backgrounds but share one key trait: flexibility.

In high-security contexts where only a team of four can be deployed, an all-round logistician usually participates as part of the team. On smaller projects winding down and handing over to local authorities, the logistician manages all non-medical aspects of the work. This makes it a dynamic and varied role, requiring versatile individuals.

Responsibilities may include:

• Managing a team of day workers, supply assistants, technical logistics assistants, administration assistants, bookkeepers, waste zone operators, and others
• Planning supply needs
• Setting up aeroplane runways, bunkers, and managing accommodations
• Ordering food and supplies for the compound and health facilities
• Managing security during exploration missions
• Siting and constructing hospital buildings
• Managing hospital waste
• HR, finance, and performance management for national staff
• Supervising hygiene promotion activities
• Assisting the Project Coordinator with budget management
• Handling any other non-medical tasks as needed

Training, supervising, and managing local logistics staff is a core responsibility. An all-round logistician often oversees multiple non-medical departments, delegating tasks and building capacity among local staff to ensure safe, fair working conditions and effective departmental administration.

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