HEAD OF LOGISTICS DEPARTMENT, Addis Ababa

• Référence : SRH06756
• Statut : Salarié
• Domaine de compétence : Logistique
• Type de poste : Missions

About us

Desired start date: 10.09.2026
Duration of the mission: 4 months
Location: Addis Ababa

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams - 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.

Mission

Solidarités International (SI) was registered in Ethiopia in December 2022, having previously implemented a WASH in Health intervention in Jijiga, Somali Region, in 2017. In November 2023, SI became the first humanitarian actor to operate in Mao Komo Special woreda (Benishangul-Gumuz) by rehabilitating water points in areas that had been inaccessible for three years. Currently, SI is operational in two regions of the country (In Tigray Region and Amhara Region).

In Tigray, bordering Eritrea, focusing on hard-to-reach areas in partnership with Mums for Mums (MfM) SI is implementing an emergency multisectoral humanitarian programme in Ahsea, Chila and Rama Woredas of central zone, to support communities affected by drought, conflict, and displacement. Running from September 2024 to December 2025 (which is now to be extended until end of June 2027), the project aims to improve access to safe water, health services, and nutrition support, while addressing gender-based violence and mental health needs. Key activities include rehabilitating water systems and health facilities, community-based malnutrition screening, cash assistance for vulnerable households, and capacity-building for local actors. SI is also working in Amhara specifically in East Gojjam and North Wolo where delivering the ECHO and CDCS projects.

SI is looking for a Head of Logistics Department to oversee and implements the country office's logistics strategy to ensure the availability of the goods, services and resources required to carry out Solidarités International's operations.

The Mission team is composed of 38 staff. In Coordination, we do have 1CD, 1 Prog Coo, 1 Support coo, 1 Grants Manager, along with 1 DhOD Program, 1 Log and Admin Specialist and 1 Support Supervisor. we do have also 3 Interns in the coo officer under the SI Internship Program. In each base we do have a setup of FC managing the Program Team and Support team. Adwa Base team is composed of 13 staffs, with 3 employees in Support Department, 6 program employees with a PM leading, 2 MEAL staff with a Team Leader leading, 1 Field Coordinator Assistant and 1 Field Coordinator. Motta & LLI Base team is composed of 15 staffs, with 4 employees in Support Department, 7 program employees, 2 MEAL staff with a Team Leader leading, 1 Head of Base and 1 Field Coordinator.

Job description

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

The Head of Logistics Department defines, oversees and implements the country office's logistics strategy to ensure the availability of the goods, services and resources required to carry out Solidarités International's operations.
In this role, they lead the logistics function of the country office, advise the Country Management Team on all logistics issues, set technical guidelines, oversee the performance of logistics activities and ensure the proper application of Solidarités International's policies, procedures and standards.
They ensure that the country office's logistics resources are appropriately scaled, organised and optimised to meet operational needs on a sustainable basis, whilst managing risks, costs and service quality.

ISSUES AND SPECIFIC CHALLENGES

The Head of Logistics department will operate in a complex and evolving environment characterized by significant operational and support challenges. The position requires strong planning, team management, problem-solving, and coordination skills to ensure uninterrupted support to mission program implementation.
Key challenges include:

• Managing logistics operations across Addis Ababa, Motta, Lalibela and Adwa, each with different operational realities.
  
• Ensuring consistent logistics standards, procedures and reporting across geographically dispersed bases.
  
• Managing competitive procurement while dealing with limited supplier capacity and market fluctuations.
  
• Managing transportation between Addis and field locations, as well as last-mile delivery to project sites.
  
• Improving stock visibility between Addis and the operational bases.

PRIORITIES ON THE 2-3 FIRST MONTHS

• Assess and strengthen the logistics function.
  
• Ensure supply-chain and procurement continuity.
  
• Strengthen field logistics teams and coordination.
  
• Update the Logistics Budget Planning for the next fiscal year.

SECURITY CONSTRAINTS

Access and movement constraints in some operational areas due to insecurity, road conditions, and communication gaps.
Fuel and cash shortages impacting operational continuity and contingency planning.
Limited network coverage in certain field locations requiring enhanced communication and tracking measures.
Need to maintain preparedness for relocation, and other security incidents in accordance with SI procedures.

Your profil

DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE

Diploma : Advanced degree in logistics (supply chain, transport, general services, humanitarian logistics) or equivalent.

Experience in the humanitarian sector : More than 5 years

Experience on a similar position : 3 to 4 years minmum.

SKILLS

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of the rules and procedures of several institutional donors.
• Expertise in logistics professions, particularly the supply chain and associated regulations
• Writing, analytical and synthesis skills.

TRANSVERSAL SKILLS

• Planning, organizational and coordination skills
• Sense of diplomacy and experience working in an intercultural environment.
• Adaptability
• Ability to work in an unstable security environment
  

LANGUAGES

• English (fluency in writing and speaking is mandatory)
• Knowledge of the local languages is a strong asset (Amharic, Tigrigna)

SI will offer you

A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 400.

SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.

Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.

Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.

LIVING CONDITIONS:

Guest House conditions :- There will be shared guesthouse at the coordination and bases during the visit.
Internet and telephone network :- Available in all offices.
Restaurant & social life:- Restaurants are available in Addis and also Adwa, lalibela and Motta :- Social life in bases is very limited. All the basics food items and other are available but there is strict limitations and taxation to importation of food. Food in your luggage however is allowed and you can stock up on specials from home. Good quality chocolate, cereals and dried meat products can be hard to find and/or very expensive.

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Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter!

Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.

Thank you for your understanding.

To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org

Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse - all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights - that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of abuse, notably acts of SEAH.

Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will ever ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.

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