Training seminars and workshops help Red Cross and Red Crescent logisticians deepen their understanding of logistics procedures, processes and tools – so assistance can reach people in need more efficiently.
Training is not an end in itself, but a means to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the International Federation’s logistics support to operations and to strengthen the logistics capacity of National Societies.
Logistics trainings combine practical exercises with real IFRC procedures, processes and tools. Workshops are tailored for different audiences across the Red Cross and Red Crescent network.
Logistics trainings are designed for:
Logistics trainings cover the full supply chain and emergency response cycle.
End-to-end supply chain management, relief item pipelines, mobilisation procedures, and standard IFRC logistics tools.
Procurement planning, sourcing and tendering, framework agreements, and compliance with IFRC procurement rules and procedures.
Fleet management principles, vehicle rental schemes, movement planning, and safe transport of relief items.
Warehouse design, stock control, dispatch procedures, and management of contingency and pre-positioned stocks.
Surge logistics support, ERU logistics functions, and coordination during large-scale operations.
Use of logistics information systems, data and digital tools to monitor pipelines, stocks and performance.
Detailed calendars, participant criteria and training materials are available through IFRC internal platforms and SCM networks.
Requests for tailor-made or in-country trainings can be channelled through regional logistics leads.
External organisations interested in IFRC logistics trainings may contact the GHS & SCM Department in Geneva.
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