ATLAS Logistics Project Manager

CONTEXT :

Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.

HI, Humanity & Inclusion is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

Since the organisation was first founded in 1982, we have set up development programmes in more than 55 countries and responded to many emergencies. Today we have a budget of around 150 million euros, with 3500 employees worldwide.

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Context of mission:
A high proportion of the Undocumented Myanmar Nationals (UNM) refugees in Cox’s Bazar remain in a chronic emergency situation due to long-term challenges to find a durable solution to their status in Myanmar and Bangladesh and therefore require continuous humanitarian assistance. The new influx, with more than 600,000 arrivals from August 2017, has created even more pressure on resources and increasing humanitarian needs. Two years later; 910,911 Refugees are registered in the District (August 2019, UNHCR data) and live in extremely basic conditions in 34 camps across the district. The host Bangladeshi communities are also affected by the presence of a large refugee population living in the region. The two sub-districts of Ukhiya and Teknaf, where the refugees are mostly residing, are vulnerable to increased rates of poverty due to lack of public and private services, scarce job opportunities and limited natural resources, among other key causes. In addition, this coastal region is continuously dealing with the impacts of natural disasters, mostly cyclones and flooding, during which meagre assets of the local population are damaged or destroyed. The humanitarian needs resulting from the Mora’s devastating impact and the new arrivals of refugees have not been fully met yet.

In response to the massive influx of refugees, HI set-up an emergency intervention responding to the needs of thousands of refugees. Multi-sectorial mobile teams are currently working in 13 camps located in both Teknaf and Ukhyia upzilas providing services in physical rehabilitation, health, protection and PSS. Because of the extremely vulnerability of certain persons, the mobile intervention helps reaching people forgotten by static activities.

Through its brands ATLAS logistics, HI set-up in 2018 two common storage platforms (Leda and Upchinprang) and is providing transport services to support other actors in their intervention.
In addition as part the Atlas strategy for 2020; HI/AL is looking for opportunities for expanding its activities in terms of Preparedness for Emergency response. In case this new sector of intervention gets funded, the Atlas Programme Manager will be expected to launch and oversee this set of activities.

DESCRIPTION :

Objective:
Overall management of ATLAS Logistics common transport and storage services, capacity building for all the stakeholders. Ensure the smooth operation, quality and accountability of the project to users and donors. Reinforce autonomy of the team. Explore opportunities of development/Evolution of ATLAS Logistics program in Bangladesh.

Job description:

Reporting directly to the Cox’s Bazar Area Manager, with functional links to the Global Specialist ATLAS, as project manager you are responsible for:

• Operational and technical implementation of ATLAS Logistics programming

• Ensuring compliance with all contractual undertakings

• Internal coherent coordination of the project and consistent management of the project’s teams in liaison with the mission’s logistics, administrative, financial and security services

• Maintains collaborative relationships and effective external coordination of the programme

• Compliance with the security regulations and legal frameworks in place on the mission and ensuring compliance on the part of your teams

• Production of the project’s reports and knowledge capitalisation

• Identify and analyze the logistical environment and the requirements of the different stakeholders to ensure that the project meets these needs

• Develop new projects and budgets, prepare proposals and Concept Notes with the support of the mission coordination team based in Cox’s Bazar in consultation with ATLAS Logistics HQ

• Rollout the implementation of ATLAS 2021 strategy.

PROFILE SOUGHT:

Qualification and Experience:

 Minimum three (3) years of relevant professional experience in management, logistics, supply chain, transportation and warehousing

 Experience working in Humanitarian context

 Experience working with partners and with donors

 Experience participating in coordination mechanisms

 Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration

 Qualified and competent in the field of technical logistics (transport and warehousing)

 Analytical skills for interpreting complex program and budget issues, thinking innovatively and introducing new concepts

 Result oriented, resilient, calm and attention to details

 Good writing

 Fluent in English

Skills:

 Good knowledge of humanitarian aid project management cycle and tools

 Good negotiation, planning and organisational skills

 Able to management multiple and remote teams

 Forward-planning and decision-making

 IT skills (Windows)

 Excellent communication and networking skills

 Building and maintaining a high functioning and performing team

 Financial management, ability to prepare and monitor budgets and produce reports

Personal Qualities:

 Commitment to humanitarian aid and its values. Strong focus on the principles of ‘Do no harm”, “Accountability” and “Community acceptance”

 Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure

 Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing context

 Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with all levels of staff and partners

CONDITIONS:

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. Particular attention is paid to health issues and your personal situation.
We offer an induction and training path adapted to our staff members and we have a HR policy oriented toward mobility and professional development.

• 5 months international contract ideally starting mid May

• The international contract provides social coverage adapted to your situation

•Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals

•Pension scheme adapted to the situation of our employees: If you already have a personal pension scheme HI will contribute at the same level of your personal monthly contribution with a maximum of 272.53€/month ; If you do not have a personal pension scheme, we will open a private pension account with your contribution of 272.53€/month and a contribution of HI of the same amount

•Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution

•Repatriation insurance paid by HI

• Salary from 2400€ gross/month upon experience

• Perdiem : 574€ net/month paid in the field

• Hardship allowance: 250€ net/month

• Paid leaves : 25 days per year

• R&R : 5 days of R&R every 3 months

• Housing : taken in charge by HI

If you are resident in the country: local package