Country Procurement and Logistics Manager – Middle East

OrganizationWeWorldPosted 10 Oct 2025 Closing date 9 Nov 2025Position: Country Procurement and Logistics Manager – Roster Middle EastReporting Relationship: Country RepresentativeLocation: to be defined according to needsType of contract: Assignments may range from short-term to long-term, depending on organization needs (from 2 to 12 months)Starting date: according to programme needsGross Salary: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile and WeWorld Compensation PolicyApplication deadline: 09/11/2025ROSTERWeWorld has opened a Roster for Country Procurement and Logistics Managers with strong experience in humanitarian supply chain management.Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, and the roster will remain valid for one year. Those included will become part of a pool of professionals who may be contacted when needed, without undergoing a new competitive process.Being included in the roster does not guarantee immediate or future collaboration with WeWorld.Assignments may range from a few months up to one year, depending on specific needs. Locations will primarily be those in Middle East, where the organization is operating, though other destinations may also be offered (within or without the region).Purpose of the RoleThe Country Procurement and Logistics Manager is responsible for coordinating mission procurement and logistics, ensuring compliance with organisational and/or donor rules and procedures, and providing optimal support to projects and programmes.The main responsibilities of the Country Procurement and Logistics Manager include:Defining, implementing, and coordinating the procurement and logistics strategy and activitiesSupporting the Country Representative in monitoring mission securityDesigning, initiating, and implementing a training plan for procurement and logistics staff, with a focus on progressive empowermentManaging international and national staff, as well as the budget under his/her supervisionMain Tasks And ResponsibilitiesGeneral ResponsibilitiesEnsures strict application and respect of WeWorld and Donors procurement procedures and guidelinesEnsures adherence to the Global Manuals and guidelines in CountryEnsures the procurement and Logistics Department and its teams are involved and contributing to every step of the supply chain and project cycle to ensure efficiencyImplement capacity building sessions for the procurement and logistics team through specific training plans based on periodic capacities assessmentEnsures the Proc&Log HR setup is proactively and properly sized to the level of operationsEnsures the team under his/ her supervision respects HR and ethical standardsEnsures smooth collection and/or dissemination of relevant procurement and logistics information at mission level by maintaining optimal coordination routine system and tools (meetings, reports, situation points)Establish and maintain a pro-active inter-departmental communication and collaboration with Finance and ProgramRegularly participate to coordination meetings, workshops, and working groups related to Logistic conducted in Country or online; promote ad hoc meetings with partners and other actors in CountrySupport the Country Representative in conducting Risk Assessment and tailoring Risk Mitigation MeasuresSupporting the implementation of the safety and security of the WeWorld staff and premises, under the supervision of the Country Representative or his/her delegate.Provide extended supervision to field officesParticipates in audits processes, ensuring the logistics and procurement documents are timely availableProcurementSupervises and support the management of Procurement Procedures in accordance to WeWorld Global Procurement Manual and Donor Guidelines from the planning to the completionSupervise the creation and update of Project Procurement Plan by participating, in coordination with Programme team, in the definition of initial Project Procurement Plans and follow-up updates.Directly manages the high value procurement processes and all the other procedures in case of gaps or specific needsEstablishes Contract Management routine throughout project cycle including the close follow up on complex ContractsEnsures procurement documents and files are archived and organized according to Archiving Guidelines to ensure effective organization and compliance for audits and reviewsEnforces Performance management processes for evaluating new/existing vendors and record informationEstablishes a specific Procurement strategy for ensuring high quality procurement processes and outputsForecasts all upcoming launches and status updates as to balance the Procurement workload in accordance with projects goals and timingFleet ManagementSupervises the optimization of the fleetEnsures the respect of standards vehicle management proceduresSupervises the general follow up of the mission vehicles and reports (consumption checks, maintenance movement planning…)Conducts spot checks of vehicle condition and equipmentAssets/ Equipment ManagementEnsures the respect of standard procedures and ensure the implementation of specific controls/checksEnsures the correct management and the follow up of the equipment used on the mission (asset/equipment management database, coding, distribution, handover)Ensures regular inventory are done and feed properly the mission’s procurement tacticsWarehouse and Premise ManagementSupervises and supports the Logistics team to ensure the office has necessary supplies and equipment and all items are well maintainedProvides advice and guidance on all warehouse management related matters and conducts on-the-job training to warehouse managementReportingCentralizes all logistics information available on the mission and consolidates the required monthly reportsAssess logistics intra and inter department reporting quality for accuracy, punctuality and effectivity and support logistics staffs in deploying effective reporting structureIs responsible for preparing supplies/service provider data base and draft resource map for existing projectsSupervise the use of procurement tracking tools (PRFU, CFU, derogation tracker, PPP tracker)Provides inputs of procurement data for Interim and final procurement reports in accordance with donor requirementsSecurity ManagementParticipation in context analysis and information gathering alongside the Country RepresentativeDefine, update and monitor the effectiveness of the security plan at national level under the supervision of the Country RepresentativeContributes to the implementation safety & security guidelines, SOP & plansSupports the preparedness (check contingency kits, first aid kits etc.) to evacuation and contingency plansParticipates actively to logistics and security coordination as well as information meetingsHR ManagementEstablishes the work schedule of the logistics team in Country, delegates activities and monitors their executionSupports, coaches and evaluates the mission's logistics and procurement staffsOrganizes training courses for Country logistics and procurement department, in particular by running workshops on various logistics and procurement topicsForecasts logistics and procurement HR requirements and structuring the department (lead in the recruitment process whenever necessary)Briefs all new employees (national and expatriate) on logistics and procurement procedures, templates, chain of communication, etc.Job SpecificationsEssential RequirementsQualifications and KnowledgeDegree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field, or as alternative Certification in Humanitarian Logistics or similar, or extensive experience in humanitarian logisticsRelevant qualifications or training courses desirableFluency in English and French, written and oralGood knowledge of MS OfficeProfessional ExperienceMinimum 3 years’ relevant working experience in emergency context or related fields as Logistics or Procurement ManagerWorking experience with international NGOs in management of international cooperation projects funded by institutional, private donors and sponsorship programsKnowledge of the main donor regulations (ECHO, UN, DEVCO, AICS)Experience in logistics managementExperience in security managementSkills And AbilitiesStrong capacity to adapt behaviour to the needs of the situation in dynamic contexts, while dealing with different situationsStrong flexibility to work in structured and not-structured logistics teamCapacity to work under stress, autonomously and in problems prevention/resolutionProven organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks while fostering quality, team spirit and positive working relationships with colleaguesGood communication, negotiation skills and sensitivity in dealing on critical issuesCommitment and demonstrated skills to build staff capacity in the areas of procurement and logistics management, supervision and monitoringStrong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approachStrong interpersonal, management and leadership skillsAbility to integrate and work well within multi-ethnic and multicultural teamsStrong commitment to the Mission of WeWorld, genuine interest for humanitarian aidDesirable RequirementsFluency in another language (Portuguese, Arabic, Spanish)How to applySend CV and Cover Letter at: https://weworld.intervieweb.it/jobs/country-procurement-and-logistics-manager-middle-east-660187/en/The recruitment process may be closed early if a suitable candidate is found.Due to the large number of applications, we apologise in advance and will only respond to those profiles deemed suitable for the role.Job detailsSourceWeWorldTypeJobCareer categoryLogistics/ProcurementYears of experience5-9 yearsShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn