LOGISTICAL ADMINISTRATOR PROFILE MSF

Your job as a logistic administrator for Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

As a logistic administrator (LogAdmin), you will provide logistic (supply and administrative) support to all activities in our medical facilities. Your work will get the whole machinery of our activities going and keep it going. Your activities will range from handling orders and management of supply, purchasing, stock and freight to administrative management. You will be managing a small team of local staff with whose assistance you will be responsible for regular stock overviews, supply reports and orders. In addition, you will have human resources responsibilities at project level, including assisting the project coordinator in hiring and supervising local staff. Additionally you will have a key role in maintaining contact with other non-governmental organizations (NGOs), other MSF sections and local suppliers. You will be responsible for financial and salary administration, including tax procedures. You will be based in the project location.

 

© Kate GeraghtyRequirements for LogAdmins with MSF

  • At least two years’ relevant work experience and demonstrable experience in supply chain management
  • Proven experience in finance, bookkeeping and budget management
  • Analytical capability and strong skills in the use of spreadsheet software
  • Experience in training, coaching and supervision of subordinate staff
  • Work or travel experience in developing countries
  • A good command of the English language
  • Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload
  • Ability to work in an international team
  • Willingness to work in an unstable and insecure environment
  • Availability of at least 12 months

 

Assets

  • A resourceful, creative and independent attitude
  • General technical knowledge in areas such as vehicle mechanics, energy and electricity, IT, communications, construction and rehabilitation of buildings
  • Experience with a similar non-governmental organization abroad
  • A good command of the French language

 

What MSF offers you

  • A contract for the duration of the mission, along with an international insurance package, a pension scheme and other benefits depending on applicable regulations and labour law
  • A net salary of about 800 euros per month for the first 12 months; after which salary increases within the MSF salary grid
  • 5 weeks’ holiday per year
  • A preparation course before departure and continued career development opportunities within the organization
  • Career guidance and training opportunities

 

May 2012