About Premier Urgency International

Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and non-religious international aid organization. Our teams are committed to supporting civilians’ victims of marginalization and exclusion, or hit by natural disasters, wars and economic collapses, by answering their fundamental needs. Our aim is to provide emergency relief to uprooted people in order to help them recover their dignity and regain self-sufficiency.

PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.

PUI in Ethiopia:
Following the north Ethiopia conflict which erupted in 2020 and the reports of recurrent drought which is affecting the life and livelihood of millions in different regions of Ethiopia, PUI decided to contribute its part to address the humanitarian needs triggered by both manmade and natural disasters. PUI has been registered with FDRE Authority for Civil Society Organization (ACSO) since June 22, 2022, to enable the organization to operate legally in the country.
Since then, PUI has been providing humanitarian assistance in Afar, Benishangul Gumuz and Amhara Regional’s addressing the needs of population affected by both manmade and natural disasters. The organization has been exploring the potential gaps in terms of humanitarian assistance in the regions where it is currently intervening and other regions.
The current projects in the Afar, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Amhara regions mainly focus on improving access to health and nutrition services for populations affected by conflict and drought. PUI is working in close collaboration with local health authorities to support the revitalization of conflict-affected health systems in these regions.
In the Metekel Zone of Benishangul-Gumuz Region, PUI is implementing humanitarian assistance programs in Debatie, Bullen, and Dangur woredas. In the Afar Region, PUI is supporting nutrition services in Abala town, Abala rural woreda, Berhale, and Dallol woredas of the Kilbati Rasu Zone. In the Amhara Region, PUI is working in Mota, East Gojjam Zone.
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Overall Objective:
Under the line management of the Logistics Coordinator, the Roving Logistics Manager ensures the efficient management of logistics at the coordination and bases. The Roving Logistics Manager provides operational, technical, and surge logistics support to field bases. The role focuses on ensuring compliance and quality in procurement and logistics processes, strengthening base-level logistics capacity through coaching and gap-filling, supporting coordination and reporting at mission level, and reinforcing emergency response logistics when required.
Tasks and Responsibilities 
1.    Supply Chain Compliance Support: 
•    Review purchase dossiers (PRs, RFQs, bids analysis, contracts, and supporting documents) from field bases to ensure compliance with organizational and donor procedures.
•    Identify gaps, errors, or risks in procurement files and provide corrective guidance to base logistics teams.
•    Ensure proper documentation, filing, and archiving of procurement dossiers in line with audit requirements.
•    S/he ensures that all teams have the means, resources and tools they need to carry out their activities. S/he actively contributes to the dimensioning of his/her scope in terms of facilities (working and living spaces), materials, equipment and services. 
2.    Security:
•    Ensure that at his / her own level the necessary means and frameworks are existing so as to implement the security rules related to communications, movements and facility management.

3.    Base Support, Gap Filling & Capacity Building
•    Provide temporary coverage (“gap filling”) for logistics positions at field bases during staff absences, high workload, or start-up phases.
•    Provide on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to Logistics Officers and logistics teams at base level.
•    Strengthen base logistics systems, including procurement planning, stock management, asset management, fleet, and facilities.
•    Support new base openings and scale-up activities by setting up logistics systems and tools
4.    Supervision & Coordination

•    Provide functional supervision and technical oversight to Logistics Officers as assigned.
•    Ensure timely and quality information flow between bases and the Logistics Coordinator.
•    Support harmonization of logistics practices across all operational bases.
•    Line manages and supervises Procurement Officers and Logistics Officers at coordination level.
•    Set clear objectives, priorities, and work plans for supervised staff in coordination with the Logistics Coordinator.
•    Conduct regular follow-ups, coaching sessions, and on-the-job capacity building for procurement and logistics staff in coordination with Logistics coordinator 
•    Review and validate work outputs of Procurement Officers and Logistics Officers, including procurement files, reports, for final approval by logistics coordinator
•    Promote teamwork, accountability, and compliance with organizational values, policies, and procedures.
•    Ensure proper handover, task continuity, and team coordination during rotations, absences, and emergency deployments.
•    Support performance management through regular feedback, contribution to performance evaluations, and identification of capacity gaps.

5.    Reporting & Log Packs

•    Support the Logistics Coordinator in preparing and reviewing logistics reporting packages (“log packs”).
•    Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data submitted from bases
•    Contribute to internal and donor reporting related to logistics and supply chain activities, in support of logistics coordinator.

6.    Emergency & Surge Logistics Support

•    Act as surge logistics support during emergency responses, rapid scale-ups, or sudden changes in operational context.
•    Deploy quickly to emergency locations to support procurement, transport, warehousing, and setup of logistics systems.
•    Support emergency procurement processes while ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project needs. 

  OUR COMMITMENTS

• Première Urgence Internationale sees diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, profiles and statuses among its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian action and therefore compels itself to the strict observance of the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.  

• Première Urgence Internationale applies a policy of zero tolerance towards exploitation, sexual abuse and mistreatment, in all its forms, of women, children and all other vulnerable persons. It engages all its staff to promote, disseminate and respect the principles set out in its ethical charter.

• Please note that Première Urgence Internationale shall not in any case request a financial contribution for administrative costs related to recruitment. Any such information would be fraudulent, please disregard it. 

• University degree in Logistics & Supply Chian Management, Procurement, Transport, Business Administration (master’s degree is an asset).
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Logistics and out of which 2 years in the Humanitarian sector.
• Proven experience reviewing procurement dossiers and ensuring compliance with donor and organizational procedures. A previous experience in a similar position is an asset.
• Experience working in remote, fragile, or emergency contexts.
• Previous experience in a roving or coordination-level logistics role is an asset. Technical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Excel, Word) and logistics reporting tools
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple field locations.
• Ability to review and standardize terminology used in procurement dossiers and logistics reports across bases.
• Proven coaching, mentoring, and capacity-building skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Language:

• Amharic and English  
• Any other local language  

Expected personal characteristics:

• Strong team player with the ability to integrate quickly into diverse teams across multiple field bases and working environments.
• Supportive and coaching-oriented leadership style, able to mentor, guide, and strengthen the capacity of logistics and procurement staff without replacing ownership.
• High level of adaptability and flexibility, with readiness to move between locations, priorities, and roles depending on operational and emergency needs
• Proactive and solution-oriented, able to identify gaps, anticipate risks, and propose practical, context-appropriate solutions.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability, particularly in ensuring compliance, quality documentation, and audit readiness.
• Calm and resilient under pressure, with the ability to maintain performance during emergencies, high workloads, and challenging security contexts.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering trust, collaboration, and constructive working relationships at all levels
• High level of integrity and ethical standards, aligned with humanitarian principles and organizational values.      

How To Apply

If you are interested in the position of Roving Logistics Manager, please strictly follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Fill out the application form at the following link:

             Application Form for Roving LOGISTICS MANAGER.

Step 2: After successfully completing the form, submit the following documents via            www.ethiojobs.net:

A non-returnable CV

A cover letter clearly stating your motivation

Three professional references

Subject line must read: " Roving Logistics Manager "

Applications that do not follow this two-step process will not be considered.

Deadline: Friday, February 06, 2026

NB: Only short-listed applicants will be communicated on, and the selection process includes technical test and an interview.