Head of Logistic Department

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL; Palestine (TX); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL in Jerusalem seeks a Logistics Coordinator to steer mission logistics, implement procedures, and serve as link between headquarters and field teams. The role requires strong coordination across procurement, transport, warehousing, and security considerations.

You will work with programs and access teams, manage emergency-to-standard transitions, and support the Head of Mission on security planning.

Formación

• Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3–4 years experience in the humanitarian sector.
• 3–4 years experience in a similar position.

Responsabilidades

• Steers a mission's logistical activities to ensure in-country programs run smoothly.
• Implements mission procedures and tools and ensures proper usage.
• Acts as liaison between headquarters and the mission for logistics.
• Supports the Head of Mission in operational security management.
• Ensures movement procedures are followed and security validations are conducted.

Conocimientos

Excel

Logistics reporting

Supply chain management

Procurement planning

Donor compliance

Import procedures

Educación

Master's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain

Herramientas

Procurement Planning Tool

Descripción del empleo

Job description

General objective The Logistic Coordinator steers a mission's logistical activities in order to ensure that Solidarit s International in-country programs run smoothly. He/she implements Solidarit s International mission procedures and logistical tools and ensures that they are properly used and adhered to. He/she participates in defining Solidarit s International's mission strategy in drawing up projects and in assessing the resources needed for Solidarit s International activities. He/she supports the Head of Mission in operational security management. He/she is the point of reference for the mission and serves as the link between headquarters and the mission for all matters relating to logistics.

The main challenges

1. Shift the department from reactive emergency support to proactive structured logistics without losing surge capacity
2. Manage simultaneous Gaza West Bank and Jerusalem timelines including the heavy 2720 workload access constraints fragile markets and international pipelines
3. Improve joint planning and communication between Programs Access Liaison and Logistics from proposal design through delivery
4. Understanding the tax and other bureaucratic implications of import from Israel Jerusalem and West Bank Security constraints

The position is based at coordination level in Jerusalem with frequent visits to Ramallah Jerusalem presents no major security constraints but the wider mission context remains volatile Gaza faces major security and access challenges while movement in parts of the West Bank can be restricted and occasionally exposed to violence All travel to Gaza or outside usual areas is subject to security validation Strict compliance with movement procedures is required.

Diplomas and experience

Diploma: Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

Experience in the humanitarian sector: 3/4 yars

Experience on a similar position: 3/4 years

Technical skills

Strong command of humanitarian supply chain management: procurement, international supply, transport, warehousing, fleet, equipment and premises. Ability to transition from emergency arrangements to standard SI logistics procedures while keeping rapid-response capacity and simplifying processes where appropriate. Experience with market assessments, framework agreements, supplier management, pipeline planning and procurement planning from proposal stage. Strong Excel and logistics reporting skills; confident use of procurement and supply planning tools, including the Procurement Planning Tool. Knowledge of donor compliance, import and customs processes, tax-exemption mechanisms and access-related supply constraints is an asset.

Transversal skills

Experience working in Arab culture, and knowledge of how to approch and communicate with national staff Excellent organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines. Ability to model good behavior and team work across a diverse team in a politically, socially, and religious complex context Clear communication and ability to manage frustration in stressful situations Ability to learn, with a strong growth mindset High standards of rigor, integrity, accountability, discretion and confidentiality. Adaptability, initiative and strong cross-department collaboration with Program, Access/Liaison and Coordination teams.

Languages

English is mandatory Arabic is not mandatory but highly desirable and may compensate for some experience