About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we do</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.</span><br><br><span style="font-size:14.0pt">In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.</span><br><br><span style="font-size:14.0pt">We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.</span></p> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Our values</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this <a href="https://careers.icrc.org/content/Our-Values/?locale=en_GB " target="_blank" rel="noopener">page.</a></span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Purpose</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0pt">The Logistics Assistant supports the Damazine Sub-delegation (DAA) and is responsible for following up on and handling requests relating to logistical operational needs. He reports directly to the Logistician.</span></p> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Reports to (role)</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Logistician</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Accountabilities & functional responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Provides daily support to the Logistician while ensuring all activities comply with ICRC logistics standards, financial procedures, and institutional rules.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Acts as a key point of contact between various logistics departments, including Supply Chain, fleet, warehousing, AirOps, and Impex.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Ensures that service requesters are kept regularly updated on the status and progress of their specific logistics requests.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Assists with local procurement processes, ensures profiles are submitted on time, and participates in the management of local suppliers.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Conducts follow-up on inventory management, assists with fuel monitoring and replenishment, and handles the filing and archiving of logistics documents.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Assists in managing daily vehicle movements and supports mechanics with workshop reporting and spare parts inventory management.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Coordinates cargo movements, liaises with transporters, and assists in organizing shipments to other sites.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Prepares necessary transport documents, such as Logistics Service Orders (LSOs), and ensures timely reception of incoming cargo.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Secures required authorizations and permits from local authorities, such as the Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC).</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Serves as the primary backup to the Logistician during their absence to ensure uninterrupted logistics operations.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Desired profile and skills</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Strongly motivated by humanitarian work</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Certifications / Education required</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent higher education degree in business administration, logistics or similar field.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Very good command (spoken and written) of English</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Computer literacy.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Driving license.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Professional experience required</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Minimum two years' experience in a similar field.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Detailed knowledge of the local area.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we offer</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Competitive employment package with medical insurance.</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">In-house training opportunities for personal development.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional information</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Type of role: National Staff</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Working rate: 100%</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Location: Damazin</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Length of assignment: Six months(Extendable)</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Application deadline: 02 July 2026</span></li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Desired starting date: October 2026</span></li> </ul> <p> </p></div></div></div>