Logistics Officer (Roster)

Over the past few years, Afghanistan has witnessed a relative improvement in security and stability across much of the country. This has allowed humanitarian actors like INTERSOS to maintain uninterrupted access and expand services in areas that were previously hard to reach. Despite this progress, the humanitarian situation remains critical, with millions of Afghans continuing to face acute vulnerabilities due to prolonged economic hardship, natural disasters, and limited access to essential services.

In 2025, more than half of the population is in need of humanitarian assistance, with food insecurity, child malnutrition, and displacement remaining key concerns. Natural disasters, such as floods and recent earthquakes, have further compounded the needs of already struggling communities.

INTERSOS continues to operate through a community-based approach with field bases in Kabul, Kandahar, and Zabul, delivering primary healthcare, nutrition, and protection services with a focus on women, children, and persons with disabilities. The organization enjoys strong community acceptance and collaborates closely with relevant national authorities, including maintaining the full participation of female staff in all activities.

While the operational environment is largely stable and conducive, funding shortfalls and systemic barriers such as restrictions on financial flows and administrative bottlenecks continue to impact the scope and scale of humanitarian response. Sustained support is crucial to ensure the continuity of life-saving services and to address the urgent needs of Afghanistan’s most vulnerable populations

The Logistics Officer will be responsible for ensuring effective, efficient, and transparent logistics operations in Kabul in compliance with INTERSOS procedures and donor requirements (including ECHO). This includes procurement, fleet management, asset tracking, warehousing, and general office/guesthouse support.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Procurement

- Implement procurement processes in line with INTERSOS Procurement Manual and donor rules.
- Prepare and launch RFQs, collect bids, conduct bid analysis, and prepare Purchase Orders (POs).
- Maintain updated procurement tracking sheets.
- Ensure proper archiving of all procurement files.

B. Fleet & Transportation

- Manage vehicle scheduling, movements, and logbooks.
- Ensure regular maintenance and repair of vehicles and motorbikes.
- Coordinate with drivers for mission travel requests.
- Monitor fuel consumption and maintain fuel logs.

C. Asset & Inventory Management

- Maintain updated asset and inventory registers for Kabul base.
- Tag and record all assets as per policy.
- Conduct periodic physical checks and report discrepancies.
- Support disposal processes as per INTERSOS and donor procedures.

D. Warehouse & Stock Management

- Supervise receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
- Ensure stock cards, bin cards, and inventory records are up to date.
- Monitor expiry dates for consumables and NFIs.

E. Facility & Support Services

- Ensure the maintenance of the office, guesthouse, and storage facilities.
- Oversee service contracts (e.g., security guards, cleaning services, utilities).
- Support the setup of new offices or rehabilitation works.

F. Compliance & Reporting

- Ensure all logistics documentation is complete, signed, and archived.
- Submit weekly/monthly logistics reports to the Country Logistics Coordinator.
- Ensure compliance with donor-specific visibility and procurement requirements.

3. Required Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in logistics with an INGO or similar organization, preferably in Afghanistan.
- Knowledge of ECHO or other donor compliance requirements is an asset.
- Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Good command of English, Pashto, and/or Dari.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and in insecure environments.

4. Core Competencies

- Integrity and transparency.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles.