Logistics Adviser

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a Logistics Adviser for their Syria mission in Damascus. This role is crucial for overseeing all procurement and operational procedures according to NRC standards to support program/project implementation and ensure NRC Syria is well-positioned to respond to current and future needs. If you are a passionate, seasoned leader with extensive experience in Procurement in humanitarian settings, Capacity Building/ Training and Strategic planning, this is the role for you!

Please note for this role, applicants must be legally eligible to work in Syria. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.

Company Overview

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We provide emergency assistance and protect people’s rights in the world’s most challenging crises. NRC currently has over 3,000 staff across the Middle East dedicated to assisting people affected by conflict in Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Libya and Palestine.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Grade 8 on NRC’s National Syrian salary scale
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of senior Logistics experience (Coordinator or above) in Humanitarian/ recovery contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all procurement and operational procedures according to NRC standards.
• Conduct trainings and provide orientation on logistics matters to logistics teams and stakeholders.
• Contribute to improved efficiency in procurement by reviewing and updating existing systems.
• Identify and build-up systems for improving procedure efficiency, considering the context.
• Ensure procurements in all offices are handled efficiently and timely by supervising processes and building team capacity.
• Make strategic planning for efficient and transparent procurement processes.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of senior Logistics experience (Coordinator or above) in Humanitarian/ recovery contexts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Fluent in English and Arabic, written and verbal.
• Knowledge of the Syria context, sanction programme and market is required.
• Proven experience in Supply Chain Management and Compliance.

Benefits

• Duty station: Damascus.
• Travel: Approximately 20-30% to areas of operation.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive culture that empowers employees and encourages ideas.
• Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.