Logistics Director

Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Tue, 14 Apr 2015

Job Details:

Organisation: Save the Children - International

Deadline Tue, 28 Apr 2015

Job type: Contract

Location: Myanmar

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Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 1-year accompanied


The role

The Logistics Director provides functional leadership to ensure sound logistical systems, performance and coordination providing Country Office programs and teams with optimum support. In addition, the post holder is responsible for the strategic management of the Save the Children International Myanmar supply chain so that it delivers effective procurement and logistics solutions for staff and programs.


Qualifications and experience

  • MA / MSc level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
  • Extensive experience (at least 7 years) of working in a senior role managing multi-donor, multi-sector programmes within a complex country programme, out of which at least 3 years of management experience (Manager and Director levels)
  • Previous experience managing teams in large-scale humanitarian programmes is essential as well as proven ability to influence change at an operational and strategic level
  • Demonstrated ability to set up Logistics and Supply Chain management systems in a large complex programme
  • In depth knowledge and experience of logistics systems and requirements in a multi field office, multi programme setting.
  • Dynamic personality, self-assured, pro-active, problem solving, not scared to face challenges and stress of working environment
  • Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent personal organisational skills, including time management, and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
  • Willingness to travel to field offices and work in difficult environment according to travel requirements
  • Excellent interpersonal / team building skills and proven ability to mentor and coach.
  • High proficiency in Excel®, advance understanding of business process design and proven capacity to support the development and deployment of IT solutions.
  • Excellent significant people management skills/experience and proven ability to create an environment which encourages team-working and motivates a team across various geographical areas
  • Proven ability to mentor and coach
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation developing effective working relationships to deliver outstanding results for children
  • Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.
  • Willingness and capability to comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to health and safety, security, equal opportunities and other relevant policies, including the Child Safeguarding Policy


We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.


Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: dkoh.79983.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com


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