Crisis Response Logistics Manager

About the role

The Crisis Response Logistics Manager will lead supply chain and procurement activities for emergency humanitarian programmes, ensuring timely delivery of essential goods during complex crises. Based in Nairobi, the role supports regional and global outbreak response efforts for FHI 360.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage supply strategies and procurement plans, maintain vetted supplier databases, validate vendors, ensure transparent processes, and track deliveries to prevent shortages or waste.
• Design procurement strategies for complex emergency situations.
• Oversee regional procurement and supply chain processes to support global outbreak response and humanitarian programming.
• Lead security planning by updating movement protocols and monitoring incidents affecting logistics operations.
• Support country logistics teams through recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and capacity building.
• Produce regular logistics reports, support donor reporting, and conduct internal supply chain audits with follow‑up on corrective actions.
• Supervise warehouse operations remotely as needed, ensure proper storage conditions, conduct stock counts, and implement practices that prevent losses or stock‑outs.
• Represent logistics in regional coordination meetings and conduct field visits to provide technical support and operational oversight.
• Build country office capacities in inventory and warehouse management, ensuring teams are trained and equipped with the necessary tools.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of humanitarian logistics experience, or Master’s degree plus at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Professional certification or advanced training in logistics and/or supply chain management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience working with bilateral and multilateral humanitarian donors and familiarity with international donor procurement rules.
• Relevant experience in fraud detection and compliance.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong leadership, people‑management, and cross‑cultural communication skills.
• Experience utilizing data analytics software and/or AI to support reporting and operational efficiency.

Required skills

• Data analytics software
• Artificial Intelligence tools