LRC Emergency Medical Services Fleet and Logistics Consultancy
Objectives
The specific objectives of this consultancy are as follows:
Support efficient, effective and appropriate fleet management systems at all levels of the EMS operation, looking to reduce costs and downtime and optimize performance.
Support the strengthening of stock control and supply chain management processes within the EMS based on the findings and the procedures established during the Swiss Red Cross Log Project;
Support and follow up on the implementation of approved SOPs, guide new staff/program colleagues on procedures and protocols;
Methodology
Determine which data needs to be collected to understand current fleet usage and local market possibilities
Developing and testing data capture systems
Monitoring the data collection, cross-checking and analyzing the results
Providing a current state assessment of EMS fleet management and recommendations for the future
Developing an action plan for the improvement of fleet management
Contributing to the implementation of the action plan including possible training, organizational restructuring of fleet management, workshops etc.
Monitoring results against the original benchmark
Presenting progress reports to EMS management on a regular basis
Outputs/Deliverables
EMS Fleet data collection system
Market assessment (for fleet maintenance) report
EMS Fleet current state assessment report
Final report including:A set of clear recommendations outlining a road map for implementation to establish a sustainable and adequate LRC EMS fleet:
Capacity targets for EMS headquarters and stations
Resources (inputs) required
KPIs to measure fleet performance
Action plan for fleet management
PowerPoint presentation outlining executive summary, methodology, findings, challenges and proposed next steps, to be used during debriefings with key stakeholders;
How to apply
Only consultants/experts meeting the below-listed criteria should apply by sending an email to [email protected].
Persons or entities without specific fleet management experience will not be contacted.
JD/Person Specification
Solid experience in fleet management, administrative processes and related SOPs
Solid knowledge and experience in Emergency Medical Services preferred
Experience in supply chain management
Previous experience in supporting organisations for missions similar to or comparable with the one described in these terms of reference
Previous experience of working for the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement is preferred but not necessary
Excellent communication skills, conflict resolution skills and intercultural sensitivity, including managing expectations of different stakeholders in a balanced and diplomatic manner
Abilities in decision making and problem solving foreseeing various options and objectively assess viability of these options
Field-based NHS training, capacity-building and counterpart development skills preferred
Willingness to work in a complex and dynamic environment
Self-supporting in computers (MS-Windows, spreadsheet- and word-processing)
Advanced knowledge of English (oral and written), fluency in Arabic is highly appreciated
Ability and agreement to adhere to the Red Cross / Red Crescent Fundamental Principles
Awareness and acceptance of the risks associated with this mission
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