About The Event
• Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Daily)
• Venue: Best Western Meridian Nairobi Kenya
• Fee: $700 (includes all workshop materials, meals).
Workshop Overview
In humanitarian operations, logistics and supply chain management are the backbone of effective crisis response. This 4-day intensive training is designed to provide participants with the tools and frameworks needed to manage emergency supply chains, streamline procurement, and ensure best practices in warehousing.
Through expert-led sessions and practical exercises, participants will gain insights into addressing logistics gaps, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing efficient systems in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
Who Should Attend:
• Logistics and Supply Chain Managers in NGOs and humanitarian organizations.
• Program Managers, Operations Officers, and Procurement Specialists.
• Professionals involved in warehousing, fleet management, and emergency response.
Key Features:
• Comprehensive coverage of emergency supply chain management, procurement, and warehousing.
• Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies.
• Networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.
• A guided National Park tour to foster informal connections and reflection.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
• Develop efficient logistics and supply chain systems tailored for emergencies.
• Understand best practices in procurement and compliance.
• Optimize warehousing strategies for humanitarian contexts.
• Enhance coordination and collaboration in crisis response.
Detailed Agenda
Day 1: Foundations of Humanitarian Logistics
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to Humanitarian Logistics
Key principles and challenges in humanitarian supply chains.
Understanding the humanitarian context and operational dynamics.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Designing Effective Supply Chain Systems
Components of an efficient supply chain.
Aligning logistics strategies with organizational goals.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Stakeholder Coordination in Logistics
Engaging donors, government, and partners in supply chain operations.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Interactive Exercise: Mapping Supply Chain Networks
Day 2: Emergency Supply Chain Management
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Planning for Emergencies
Pre-positioning and stockpiling strategies.
Rapid assessments and resource mobilization.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Transport and Fleet Management in Crises
Managing fleet operations for efficiency and safety.
Overcoming challenges in transportation logistics.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Case Study: Emergency Logistics in Action
Lessons from recent humanitarian emergencies.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Practical Session: Emergency Logistics Planning
Day 3: Procurement and Compliance
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Principles of Procurement for Humanitarian Operations
Procurement planning and prioritization.
Ensuring transparency and accountability.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Managing Vendor Relationships
Vendor selection, contracting, and performance monitoring.
Ethical considerations and fraud prevention.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Compliance with Donor Requirements
Aligning procurement practices with donor policies.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Workshop: Developing Procurement Plans
Day 4: Warehousing and Distribution
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Best Practices in Warehousing
Inventory management and stock control.
Layout planning and optimizing warehouse operations.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Distribution Planning and Last-Mile Delivery
Ensuring timely and equitable delivery of resources.
Overcoming logistical challenges in remote areas.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Leveraging Technology in Logistics
Exploring digital tools and software for logistics management.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Wrap-Up: Lessons Learned and Action Plans
Registration Details
Fee: $700 (includes workshop materials, meals).
For more information or to register, contact: info@stratfordinternationalbdlc.co.uk
Location
Best Western Meridian Nairobi
