Country logistics and Supply Manager (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 Country Logistics Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all logistics and supply chain activities in Afghanistan, ensuring that operations are efficient, transparent, and fully compliant with the organization’s internal policies, donor regulations, and international standards.

This role oversees procurement, supply chain, fleet, asset management, warehouse operations, ICT, and general logistics support to ensure uninterrupted program delivery across all bases in Afghanistan.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Logistics & Supply Chain Management

- Develop, implement, and oversee the country logistics strategy in line with organizational objectives.
- Ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods, works, and services.
- Supervise the preparation and monitoring of Procurement Plans (PP) for all active projects.
- Ensure all procurement processes comply with donor rules, internal SOPs, and humanitarian principles.
- Manage supplier prequalification and maintain updated supplier databases.

B. Fleet & Transport Management

- Oversee vehicle fleet, including rental contracts, maintenance schedules, and driver management.
- Ensure optimal use of vehicles and fuel monitoring systems.
- Guarantee compliance with security guidelines for staff movements.

C. Warehouse & Asset Management

- Supervise stock management, including pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, in line with SOP 37.
- Ensure proper asset registration, tagging, and periodic inventory checks.
- Oversee warehouse safety, security, and temperature/humidity monitoring systems.

D. Compliance & Reporting

- Ensure all logistics files and documentation are archived according to donor and audit requirements.
- Produce periodic logistics reports, including Supply Chain Challenges & Mitigation Measures.
- Participate in budget planning to ensure adequate logistics resources for ongoing and new projects.

E. Coordination & Representation

- Act as the focal point for logistics with donors, partners, government authorities, and suppliers.
- Coordinate closely with Finance, Programs, and Security for operational planning.
- Represent the organization in the Logistics Cluster and relevant coordination meetings.

F. Team Management & Capacity Building

- Supervise and mentor logistics staff at country and field level.
- Organize training on procurement, fleet, warehouse, and compliance procedures.
- Promote team development, delegation, and performance monitoring.

3. Required Qualifications & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive logistics management experience, ideally with INGOs in humanitarian contexts.
- Strong knowledge of procurement regulations (ECHO, BHA, UN agencies, etc.).
- Proven experience in fleet, warehouse, and supply chain management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in insecure environments.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) required; Dari and/or Pashto an asset.

4. Key Competencies

- Strategic planning and problem-solving.
- Team leadership and staff development.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to accountability and transparency.