Description

JOB CONTEXT: Since March 2022, as part of the Atlas Logistique (AL) component of its intervention, HI has been operating in Ukraine to offer logistical solutions to humanitarian organizations (humanitarian-to-humanitarian approach) in order to facilitate the delivery of aid in a faster, safer and most efficient manner the most affected populations.

Currently, with three logistics hubs in Dnipro, Kharkiv and Mykolaiv, HI proposes mutualized storage as well as transportation services (including in hard-to-reach destinations) to other humanitarian actors.

As per needs observed on the ground, HI also proposes cold chain/temperature-controlled storage and transport services to organizations delivering temperature-sensitive humanitarian goods to affected populations and local partners.

In 2024, HI launched a Capacity Building component within the framework of its Atlas Logistique activities, intended at supporting stakeholders involved in the humanitarian response to optimize aid supply chains, enhance humanitarian access, and/or develop their own common logistics services.

Reporting directly to the Atlas Logistique Operations Manager, the Atlas Logistique Capacity Building Project Manager contributes to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion in Ukraine, and oversees the operational planning, implementation and monitoring of the Atlas Logistique capacity building component of HI’s operational strategy in Ukraine.

They support their team to ensure optimal quality, effectiveness and impact of the project implemented by means of a delegation system with appropriate oversight mechanisms. Like all other managers within HI, the project manager shares responsibility for the sound management and effective functioning of the global organisation.

YOUR MISSION: In this framework, your main duties are :

• Overseeing the overall implementation of the capacity-building component of Atlas Logistique’s intervention in Ukraine, and in particular the operationalization of capacity-building actions towards other humanitarian stakeholders and their smooth running;
• Ensuring the implementation of the project activities complies with HI / AL quality standards and policies, as well as funding agencies’ requirements, suggesting and implementing technical and operational adjustments accordingly;
• Ensuring continuous project monitoring (including progress against indicators/objectives of the project, key performance indicators, budget monitoring, etc.), supports the conduct of project outcomes/impact evaluation and lessons learning exercises, and ensure processes to ensure accountability towards stakeholders of the project (targeted stakeholders including partners, funding agencies, etc.) are in place and respected ;
• Ensuring the management of the capacity building project team and the development of their skills.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local humanitarian organizations;
• Lead sub granting and Memorandum of Understanding activities while complying with donor regulations;
• Taking part in the coordination between humanitarian logistics actors, build and maintain strong links with the operational partners ;
• Exploring operational development opportunities on the transport component of the intervention in line with the evolution of the context.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

· The security situation in Ukraine remains relatively stable, although there are frequent days and nights of air alerts.

However, markets, restaurants and cafes are open, and life continues as normal. There is a strict curfew, the hours depend on the region. Updated Security and Contingency plans are available for the Hub.

Benefits

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

• 4 months International contract starting from September 15th August 2024;
• The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation:
• Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals;
• Pension scheme;
• Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution;
• Repatriation insurance paid by HI;
• Salary from 2448€ gross/month upon experience;
• Perdiem: 551 € net/month – paid in payroll
• Hardship: 500 € net/month paid with your salary;
• Paid leaves: 25 days per year
• R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks;
• Position: Unaccompanied
• If you are resident in the country: local package.

Requirements

YOUR PROFILE:

• You have minimum 3 years of experience in logistics-related, supply chain management, transport or operations management,
• You show good skills and interest in training capacity (building curriculum, organizing trainings, etc.),
• You have excellent management and communication skills,
• You are fluent in English (oral and written skills),
• You are practical, dynamic and solution-oriented,