Logistics supervisor (Port Sudan) – MSF Switzerland

Job Description

Organization	Medecins sans Frontieres Switzerland
Job Title	Logistics supervisor
Location	Port Sudan
Section/Unit	Logistics
No. of Post	1
Grade Level	Level 6
Duration	6 Month and renewable with probationary period.
Supervisor	Deputy Logco
Closing Date	10 March 2026

Background:

Main Purpose:

Supervising the daily logistics activities and providing maintenance to the MSF equipment, facilities and infrastructures, according to MSF standards and protocols in order to maintain the facilities in perfect conditions and collaborate in the development of the mission.

Duties and responsibilities:

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Monitoring maintenance activities of infrastructures, management of non-medical stocks and equipment according to MSF standards 

Ensuring the check and follow-up of facilities under the line manager’s supervision through daily visits to the facilities and reporting any anomalies or problems, evaluation of the rehabilitation needs and following up minor building rehabilitation work according to supervisor’s instructions; checking that premises observe security norms and monitoring the consumption of mechanical and electrical vehicles/machines/devices 

Planning together with the line manager the required checks and maintenance activities of energy systems/set-up according to MSF standards 

Coordinating and leading the logistics team under his/her responsibility which includes daily supervision, monitoring of the quality of work and the definition of each person’s task, drawing up their working schedules; organizing and leading team meetings; participating in the recruitment of team personnel and attending logistics meetings and accounting for his activities 

Ensuring the vehicle fleet maintenance which includes planning and overseeing timely preventive and curative maintenance of all project vehicles according to MSF standards and instructing and monitoring drivers on correct driving habits and standard checks 

Managing and following up orders which includes collecting logistics orders coming from different departments or health facilities; drawing up and following up orders according to the procedures in force;  providing technical support to the storekeeper, makes local purchases according to MSF supply procedures and ensures reception conditions of freight or arriving material as well as the organization and setting up of materials before its shipment .

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities:

• The Logistics Supervisor for Coordination will play a key role in the daily management of the base facilities (Guest House and Office) as well as supporting structures (Warehouses). 
• The incumbent will ensure effective supervision and coordination of the following personnel: 
• Base and Facility Officer 
• 12+ Watchmen 
• 2 Radio Operators 
• 11+ Drivers 
• Specialized Technician  
• This position will also play a central role in supporting and facilitating the eventual relocation of the coordination office to Khartoum. 

Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

Education	Essential secondary education and formal technical training
Experience	At least one year in MSF or 2 years in a similar post out of MSF
Languages	Mission language essential; local language desirable
Knowledge	Essential computer literacy (word, excel)
Competencies	Results and Quality Orientation L2

“At MSF Switzerland, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together to advance MSF’s social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with. 

We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don’t meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfill every listed qualification. 

We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. 

MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment.”

Please drop your application to the Labour office, MSF Switzerland Office at Port Sudan, square 16, house no.6 .Application after 10th October 2025 will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.