Desired start date: 01/10/2023
Duration of the mission: 6 months
Location: N’djamena (awaiting Sudanese visa) with visits to Adré/ Geneina
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in some twenty countries, the SI teams – 2500 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
Following fighting between SAF (regular army) and RSF (rapid support forces) since April 2023, SI is developing a rapid emergency response in Sudan.
In Geneina, West Darfur, SI opened a base in August 2022, providing assistance to IDPs living in the gathering sites inside the city. The response was WASH in emergency activities with water trucking, construction of boreholes, hygiene kits distribution, latrines construction and rehabilitation…
Today, the situation in Darfur, and specifically in Geneina is worsening due to the conflict at country level. SI is assessing the sites and the needs for an emergency response which began in May 2023, providing WASH in emergency activities to the IDPs and host communities in Geneina, and possibly in other states in Darfur (El Fasher, Nyala). SI began water trucking activities in May 2023 and is the only WASH actor in Geneina.
In the East of the country, especially Gedaref, Al Jazirah and Madani states, security situation is tense but much calmer than in Darfur. SI is doing assessments to implement a WASH/shelter and NFIs response for IDPs, mainly coming from Khartoum.
In Khartoum, SI wants to develop a WASH emergency response as soon as possible, and when authorizations are provided.
SI is one of the pillars of the INGO forum coordination, especially for Darfur.
General objectives:
The main challenges:
Due to the ongoing conflict, the SI mission in Sudan has significantly increased its activities and funding (from 400,000 USD at the end of March 2023 to over 10 million USD in August 2023). Cross-Bording operations on going through Chad to Darfur Lot of procurements from Chad and from Port-Sudan for the Eastern response Importation process with authoritiesPriorities for the 2/3 first months:
Importation of supplies through Chad and Sudan Support storage + transport capacities through Chad to Adre, then to Darfur and from Port-Sudan to Gedaref/Khartoum Ensure good understanding of Chadian and Sudanese procedures Compile essential documents, prices and suppliers Support for cross-border logistics and supplies to Sudan Monitor, harmonize and compile tools, and write reports.Education and experience:
BAC +5 in logistics, transports 3-4 years in a similar position, in humanitarian sectorSpecific skills:
Import and customs clearance experience Experience of logistical support in emergency and unstable situations Experience in team management and capacity building of logistics team Work under pressure, Adaptability, Strong initiative capacities
Languages:
French mandatory (The applications won't be considered otherwise) English mandatory Arabic would be a strong assetA salaried position:
According to experience, starting from 2640 EUR gross per month (2400 EUR base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of 750 USD.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
Security constraints: When obtaining visas for Sudan, Si will have to deal with numerous security constraints. Access is still under negotiation, and some areas are still closed. Travel in eastern Sudan is subject to numerous administrative impediments. In Darfur, the situation is highly unstable, with cross-border operations underway in Geneina.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
Awaiting for Sudanese visas, the coordination team is based in N'Djamena, where conditions are comfortable. The guest house and office will be separated, with hot water, air conditioning, TV, Internet and electricity. The city of N'Djamena offers a wide range of leisure facilities (gyms, bars, restaurants, cultural institute, riverside walks, etc.) and a large expatriate community.
The coordination team is supposed to regularly visit the Adré base (and possibly go to Geneina, in Darfur). The GH is in good standard, shared rooms (for now, but will change in the future), fluctuant internet connexion, solar panels and running water point. Social life is limited to contact with other NGO staff (MSF and HI). Curfew at 10pm. Access to local food.
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter!
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org Apply