ROLE TYPE: Full Time, 1 year FTC

LOCATION: Beirut, Lebanon

REPORTING TO: Head of Logistics and Procurement

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 3rd September 2024

We're looking for a British Army RQMS/CQMS qualified (or other Armed Forces equivalent) Logistics Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of logistical operations in support of ARK's UK Government funded project in Lebanon.

The Logistics & Procurement (L&P) department is responsible for managing the flow of goods, services, and funds through ARK's project lifecycles. This includes overseeing the procurement process, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with internal, client, and legal regulations. 

As Logistics Manager, you will collaborate closely with the procurement team, project team, and other key stakeholders to manage the flow of equipment through each stage of the supply chain. Tasks will include receiving, inspecting, receipting, recording, storing, transporting, and delivering large quantities of equipment. The overall focus of the Logistics Manager will be to ensure that the right equipment is in the right place at the right time. 

What you'll be doing

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of project logistics operations. 
• Collaborate with the procurement team, project team, and key stakeholders. 
• Manage all project equipment throughout its lifecycle including receiving, inspecting, recording, storing, transporting, and delivering. 
• Ensure that the right equipment is in the right place at the right time. 
• Maintain accountability for all project equipment and ARK assets. 
  
  

The Logistics Manager is located in Lebanon, a region prone to conflicts involving various state and non-state actors. While ARK has implemented robust safety measures and insurance coverage to mitigate the risks associated with such conflicts, it is important to note that Lebanon frequently faces FCDO warnings advising against non-essential travel. 

Requirements

Core Competencies

• Communication - good listening, writing, and speaking skills, setting out logical arguments clearly and adapting language and form of communication to meet the needs of different people/audiences.
• Continuous Improvement - the ability to identify areas for improvement, implement changes, and measure results in order to improve processes and performance.
• Planning and Organising - the ability to develop clear, efficient and logical approaches to work.
• Adaptability - the willingness to accept changes and ability to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.
• Relationship Building - the ability to build and maintain effective, cooperative relationships both within and outside of ARK as appropriate.
• Ethics - The ability to adhere to moral principles and professional standards in all professional activities, including research, decision-making, and interactions with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail - closely observing and managing small aspects of tasks, ensuring accuracy and precision in work.
  
  
  

Technical Skills, Experience And Qualifications

Essential:  

• Relevant academic or vocational logistical qualifications, or sufficient experience to compensate for the absence of formal qualifications. 
• British Army RQMS/CQMS qualified or other Armed Forces equivalent. 
• Native level spoken and written English. 
• Knowledge and experience of logistics in a military setting including unit or subunit accounting. 
• Equipment lifecycle management. 
• Competent in use of MS Office applications and data entry. 
  
  

Desirable:

• Membership in the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or an equivalent professional body, such as the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or working towards membership. 
• Arabic language skills. 
• Project Management qualification. 
• Experience within an international, project-based organisation. 
• Knowledge and experience of using MS SharePoint and MS Dynamics. 
  
  
  

Benefits

Why join ARK?

Impactful Work: Your expertise will directly impact the lives of those in need.

Global Reach: Collaborate with international experts and local stakeholders.

Innovation: Engage in pioneering solutions for sustainable change.

Career Growth: Expand your horizons with varied projects and challenges.

Our People

Our team covers a diverse range of professional backgrounds, from diplomacy, humanitarian, development and the military, to the UN, civil society groups, multilateral organizations, journalism and the private sector.

Smart: We think deeply about things. We're proud of our institutional knowledge and our grounding in rigorous research, which we use to make informed decisions.

Humble: Our work leaves little room for pride or arrogance. Our operating environment is constantly evolving, and we recognize out limitations. We believe in and rely on the education and experiences of others while remaining quick to read, invite feedback, and ask sensible questions.

Accountable: Each of us want ARK, its partners, and beneficiaries to succeed. This means taking initiative, assuming ownership when necessary and never giving up on our beneficiaries. We are committed and accountable, to both our donors and the communities we serve.

Collegiate: We know we are stronger together and that every contribution counts. We trust each other and always support each other.

Outspoken: We tackle diverse challenges, and we always want to find the best solution to a problem. We aren't afraid to share our opinions, and we want to hear those of others too.

ARK Group is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. ARK Group does not discriminate on the basis of ability, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. We welcome all kinds of diversity. ARK Group places human dignity at the center of its development and stabilization work and is this committed to the protection from sexual exploitation and abuse of children and adults. All ARK Group employees and related personnel are expected to share this commitment and only those who also uphold these values will be recruited as part of our team. This vacancy is therefore subject to a range of due diligence checks