Job Opportunities in Netherlands
September 24, 2024
Artsen Zonder Grenzen
Amsterdam
OTHER
Logistics Advisor (Supply)
Job Brief
open to hire remotely where MSF contracting offices have a presence or to re-locate to NL MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. We are a non-profit, self-governed worldwide movement of more than 63,000 people.
We provide emergency medical assistance during armed conflict, natural disasters, outbreaks of deadly diseases and assist those who are excluded from healthcare. MSF delivers care based on need and when we see injustice, we speak out. We are an organization that remains impartial, knowledgeable, and effective, and this is what makes the difference between life and death.
People are our priority. At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/ Artsen zonder Grenzen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees. We encourage diverse applicants including individuals of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, social and marital status, people with different abilities and all other diversity abilities.
The Logistics Department at OCA supports the overall purpose of MSF, providing logistics and technical support to OCA field operations. The department is responsible for providing strategic direction, integrated advice and hands-on support to logistics and technical issues in the field. The department is made up of the Field Support Unit (FSU), the Amsterdam Procurement Unit (APU) and the End-to-End Supply Chain Excellence Unit.
The Field Support Unit is responsible for the first- and second-line support to field logisticians and operational decision makers, and for developing relevant policies, procedures, guidance, and tools to support the field logisticians in their daily work. The FSU is looking for candidates for the position of:
Logistics Advisor (Supply)
(open to hire remotely where MSF contracting offices have a presence or to re-locate to The Netherlands)
Position within the organisation
As Field Supply Advisor, you will be part of the Field Supply Support Unit (FSSU). The FSSU resides under the Head of Operational Logistics and Field Supply Chain Management and reports directly to the Coordinator of Field Supply. You will cooperate closely with Logistics Coordinators in the field, other branches of the Field Support Unit (Operational Logistics, Technical Logistics), the Amsterdam Procurement Unit, and other departments (Finance, Public Health).
Your main areas of focus will be field procurement (60%), customs and transport (20%) and learning and development (20%), but these may shift based on MSF and OCA strategic priorities. As such, a broad knowledge of the MSF field supply chain (or supply in similar contexts) is required.
Main responsibilities
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You develop general policies, procedures, tools and guidelines to be implemented in country programs. You support with expert advice but also with deliverables.
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You use your expert knowledge in supply chain to guide country program staff in decision making and to increase their independence.
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You monitor key performance indicators and perform audits to assess the current situation in country programs.
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You keep yourself updated on the latest insights in your areas of focus.
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You maintain a functional line with the Flying Supply Specialists, and you closely support them in their work.
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You maintain the knowledge sharing platforms related to your expertises, e.g., the expertise webpage on Share Point, interactive community of practice
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You manage interdisciplinary and/or intersectional field projects in your area of expertise
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You contribute to the empowerment of the country program staff by training, mentoring and contribution to OCA’s educational programs.
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You act as point of contact for your areas of expertise, and coordinate with your counterparts in other MSF operational centers to promote uniformity in approaches.
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You make regular visits to projects in the countries of operation.
Specific tasks
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Advise OCA country programs on procurement processes and tools according to MSF standards and protocols
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Monitor and support compliance with MSF procurement processes in the field
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Build capacity in procurement, providing technical coaching, training and advice regarding procurement process and good practices to teams in OCA country programs
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Act as focal point for collaboration with the MSF Global Procurement Unit
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Consolidate existing resources on customs and transport, and identify gaps in current support model
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Support country programs in mapping importation process, defining roles and responsibilities, and identifying roadblocks and bottlenecks
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Act as focal point within FSSU for Learning and Development (L&D): steer on the L&D needs and priorities within the unit, and coordinate with L&D advisor regularly to agree on portfolio, prioritisation, planning and budgeting
Candidate Profile
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Masters level or equivalent in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or other related expertise
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Required: a minimum of 5 years of experience working with MSF in supply chain roles. Experience as a coordinator or a senior managerial function is an asset. Experience with other NGOs in a similar setting will also be considered.
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Experience in procurement in MSF countries of operation, including data analysis, sourcing, negotiation and contracting
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Experience with freight forwarding, customs clearance, and importation is an asset
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Experience in project management is an asset
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Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken) are essential. French is highly valued.
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High level of computer literacy, including experience with MS Office, Power BI, and ERPs
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Willing to travel at least 1 time a year for field visits.
Competencies
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Service orientation
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Results and quality orientation
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Planning and organizing
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Initiative and Innovation
We offer
We are open to hiring in countries where MSF has established contracting sections. If you are hired outside the Netherlands, the local contract, salary, benefits, and labor laws of that country will apply. Please note that specific details about your local contract will only be provided during the final stages of the recruitment process. We are also open to re-locate to The Netherlands.
If you are based in the Netherlands, we offer:
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A full-time appointment (based on a 40-hours workweek) for one year with renewal of the contract based on satisfactory performance appraisal.
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A gross monthly salary in scale 16 with a current salary range between € 4,085-5,624 gross per month. The exact salary depends on relevant work experience.
Other benefits:
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30 paid vacation days annually, contingent upon full-time employment status.
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A premium free pension where MSF covers 100% of the monthly pension contribution
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8% holiday allowance, paid out with the salary once a year in May
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Commuting allowance (terms and conditions apply) & work from home allowance
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Hybrid working option
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L&D will support you with a variety of learning and development opportunities with internal and external trainings and courses
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Discounted daily lunch at the office
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An environment that fosters diversity, with colleagues from around the world representing various cultures and background
Application
If you recognise yourself in this profile, we welcome you to apply directly via our website and upload a
letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae
(in English) as one combined document. Applications without a motivation letter will not be considered.
The closing date for applications is 20 October 2024 at 23:59 CET.
Information
For more information about the recruitment procedure, please contact Recruiter, Ali Hamdan – ali.hamdan@amsterdam.msf.org
For more information about the position, please contact Claire Mc Clelland - claire.mcclelland@amsterdam.msf.org
***No agencies please***
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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