Field Operations Manager

About Action For Humanity/ Syria Relief:

We are one of the leading Syria-focused charities in the world. We provide lifesaving and life-changing Support to millions of Syrians annually through emergency interventions, providing medical facilities, food, clean water, shelter, orphan support, protection, and education. Through our parent charity, Action For Humanity, we also work further afield.

Suriye Yardım Derneği was established in Manchester, UK, at the start of the Syrian conflict in 2011. Dismayed at the rapidly unfolding crisis in Syria, a group of friends of Syrian heritage came together to provide emergency humanitarian aid in the region for what has initially assumed to be a short-term project. Since then, we have grown to become the largest Syria-focused charity in the UK and have touched the lives of 10.3 million people in need.

We are focused on providing medical care, food aid, education, protection, and access to water and shelter to the millions of Syrians displaced across the region. As well as establishing long-term projects such as schools, healthcare clinics, and livelihood.

Vacancy: Field Operations Manager

Qualifications and Education Requirements: Preferred graduate with bachelors in logistics/supply chain management or bachelor’s in engineering/ business management relevant experience considered.

General Work Experience: 7+ years of experience in logistics and/or distribution and supply chain management. Able to organize the storage and distribution of goods ensuring the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at a good cost. Also have good experience of the whole supply chain from transportation to stock control, warehousing and monitoring the flow of goods. Good experience in staff management required. Experience working in an NGO/non-profit context with exposure to relevant logistics paperwork and cycles preferred but not essential.

Skills & Abilities:

• Languages: Good in English (writing –reading –speaking) other language will be desired especially Arabic
• Computing: Proficient in Microsoft Office including, excel, word, outlook etc.
• Communication: Strong communicator, negotiating, facilitating and presenting
• Team Management, organization and supervisory
• Understanding geographical maps
• Warehouse management
• Transport management
• Procurement and negotiation
• Costing and budgeting (some budget management experience)
• Time management

Abilities:

• To work cross-border as required.
• To report to Managers as required.
• To show commitment to social justice and the mission of Syria Relief as an organization
• To demonstrate commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
• To communicate efficiently with multiple teamsemployees of different backgrounds or nationalities
• To understanding of the whole supply chain
• To Organize and archive goods /documents
• To establish material quotations
• To communicate with local authorities and customs in Syria
• To work overtime as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate is field-level strategic plan formulation in the area of logistics. Participate in program planning and advising on logistics considerations.
• Provide technical and operational support to the field office, as well as advice on application of logistics management best practice, systems and procedures. Take initiative in management improvement for the logistic function.
• Assess existing logistics operations systems and advise on corrective measures to be undertaken.
• Ensure the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of new initiatives and procedures related to logistics
• Design, implement and manage contracts in procurement, forwarding, transport and warehousing, where necessary.
• Represent organization interests within interagency logistics activities.
• Manage a local emergency stockpile and goods consolidation points in order to permit the rapid movement of humanitarian supplies.
• Design and implement warehouse management and commodity tracking system.
• Review the logistics component of field office budget proposals for consideration during budget review.
• Conduct special management reviews and/or follow-up on audit observations to assist in the improvement of office procedures and practices related to logistics.
• Develop key performance indicators by which localized logistics contracts can be managed.
• Ensure timely transmission of logistics monitoring information, stock levels and distribution status to the destination points at the Syrian territories.
• Ensure that other staff in the logistics team are aware of their tasks
• To evaluate cost breakdown and value apportionments prepared by logistic officers and assist them when necessary

Child Safeguarding Policy

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to Suriye Yardım Derneği which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. Suriye Yardım Derneği is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation. We understand the diverse needs of every individual, and we’re proud to announce our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive environment for persons with disabilities.

PSEAH -Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy

Suriye Yardım Derneği’s unwavering dedication extends to creating a workplace that fosters respect, equality, and dignity. Introducing our Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy, we affirm our stance against any discrimination, abuse, or harassment based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. We declare zero tolerance for any form of mistreatment, whether physical, sexual, or verbal. Our employees and associated personnel are integral to upholding these values, ensuring a work environment where everyone’s rights are respected, both within and beyond the Suriye Yardım Derneği community. Join us in building a future where protection, safety, and respect prevail for all**.**

and It is forbidden for Suriye Yardım Derneği employees inflict harm on children or vulnerable groups or carry out acts of harassment or sexual exploitation of children and adults, directly or indirectly, inside or outside the organization, during or after working hours.”