JOB VACANCY: Logistics Manager
Location: Country Coordination Office – Dar es Salaam
Organization: Médecins du Monde (MdM)
Médecins du Monde is inviting applications for the position of Logistics Manager to support its mission activities in Tanzania. MdM is a well-established international humanitarian organization known for delivering medical care to vulnerable populations worldwide. Driven by the commitment of health workers and technical experts, MdM designs and implements health programs that place communities at the center of every intervention. The organization has been active in Tanzania for more than three decades, beginning in 1992 with HIV/AIDS interventions and later playing a significant role in community health, harm reduction, and adolescent health services.
Over the years, MdM has expanded its technical expertise and partnerships. In 2010, it initiated the first comprehensive harm reduction program in Temeke—an initiative that contributed to reducing HIV infections and other risks among people who inject drugs. By 2021, MdM had grown into a technical partner supporting harm reduction initiatives in Tanzania and neighboring countries. In 2022, its scope widened further with the introduction of sexual and reproductive health programs for adolescents and marginalized groups.
MdM currently leads and supports projects including the CUTTS Hepatitis C initiative—implemented alongside the University of Bristol, Burnet Institute, INPUD, and community-led organizations. The project aims to strengthen national Hepatitis C responses by offering cost-effective prevention tools, improving access to care for people who inject drugs, and contributing evidence for national policy reform. MdM also provides harm reduction technical assistance in Rwanda under the TUBITEHO project, running from 2023 to 2026.
Looking ahead, the organization plans to expand its harm reduction reach to additional regions, build stronger local technical capacity, enhance sexual and reproductive health interventions, and improve emergency preparedness for crisis response. This broader vision requires strong logistics systems—and that is where the Logistics Manager plays a central role.
Reporting Structure
The Logistics Manager reports directly to the General Coordinator. The role also maintains a technical link with the Logistics Referent at MdM Headquarters and includes direct supervision of the organization’s cleaners.
Overall Purpose of the Role
The Logistics Manager ensures that all logistical operations—procurement, fleet management, assets, supply chain, and technical support—are carried out in a compliant, efficient, and transparent manner, in line with MdM policies and broader humanitarian principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, plan, and budget for all logistics needs based on program priorities, including supply chain, fleet operations, equipment, and program logistics.
- Lead the development and implementation of the mission procurement plan.
- Adapt and apply MdM purchasing procedures in line with donor requirements, ensuring proper documentation, archiving, and internal audit readiness.
- Track and update logistics indicators to support informed decision-making.
- Manage all contracts linked to goods, services, and logistics activities.
- Oversee the transportation of goods and ensure that all incoming international shipments comply with customs and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise the movement of staff, vehicles, and drivers; monitor fuel consumption; and ensure vehicle maintenance is up to standard.
- Support technical aspects of the mission, including the supply of medical and non-medical items, infrastructure maintenance, water and sanitation facilities, and equipment servicing.
- Train and support logistics staff, ensuring they have the technical skills needed for smooth daily operations.
- Represent MdM in meetings with authorities and partner NGOs on logistics-related matters.
- Ensure the proper functioning of office and accommodation facilities.
- Oversee IT and communication equipment, ensuring functionality, backups, and network organization.
- Implement and monitor safety and security procedures, contributing to the mission’s security plans, evacuation plans, and emergency protocols.
- Conduct daily checks to ensure compliance with safety rules and alert systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
- Three to five years of relevant professional experience, preferably with humanitarian NGOs.
- Minimum two years of experience specifically in a logistics management role.
- Experience in medical procurement and international medical importation is essential.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- A flexible, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
- Able to work independently while handling multiple tasks.
- Strong communication skills in both spoken and written form.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
Languages
Fluency in English and Swahili (reading and writing).
Employment Conditions
- Contract Type: Fixed Term
- Duration: 12 months (including a 3-month probation period)
- Location: Dar es Salaam
- Salary: TZS 3,558,381 per month (as per MdM salary scale)
- Benefits:
- Private health insurance
- 13th-month salary
- Food allowance: 4,545.45 TZS per day
- Transport allowance: 100,000 TZS per month
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications on or before 19 December 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Applications must include a CV, motivation letter, reference details, and copies of academic certificates.
Send applications via email to:
📧 hr.tanzania@medecinsdumonde.net
Email subject line: “Logistics Manager”
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MdM does not reimburse transport or meal costs for interviews or tests. No fees are charged at any stage of recruitment.