Humanitarian Logistics in Emergencies (HLE)
Details
Logistics is at the heart of all emergency operations.
Logistics is a highly in-demand skill during a humanitarian crisis and this RedR training course will teach you what it takes to build a logistics career in the humanitarian sector.
Humanitarian logistics encompasses moving goods and equipment, relocating disaster-affected people, transferring casualties and moving of aid, relief workers and volunteers. Around two-thirds of funding in each emergency is spent on logistics, highlighting
the need for effective and efficient systems.
This highly practical course provides an overview of logistics in humanitarian emergency operations. The course equips and refreshes individuals with the background and knowledge to apply logistics skills through a combination of on-site visits, exercises
and scenarios.
This course is an introduction to humanitarian logistics and suits a wide audience.
Experienced logisticians will benefit from this training and the broader application of logistics to a humanitarian setting such as natural disasters, conflict and refugee situations, building a knowledge bridge for deployment to humanitarian operations.
It is also ideal for anyone involved or interested in building their humanitarian career and wants to work or volunteer in the humanitarian sector - this course will give you the foundations to start a career in logistics.
The course is in English and you need to have a reasonable proficiency of the English language.
Outline
The course focuses on the importance of logistics in the provision of aid to disaster survivors as well as its role in carrying out other disaster management operational activities. It examines the design of logistics systems and the importance of
coordination in carrying out logistics operations efficiently and effectively.
- Examine the humanitarian logistics system and the activities involved in a logistics operation
- Understand logistics processes
- Assess the sharing of information, tools and resources of an effective networking / collaboration between humanitarian agencies
- Essential Calculations
- Principles of Logistics
- Communication Protocols
- Logistics Capacity Assessment
- Cooperation
- Cross Cutting Issues
- Emerging Trends/Cash
- Clusters and Information Management
- Storage, Warehousing and Stock Control
- Procurement and Contracts
- Staff Management
- Logistics Operations
- Transport
- Fleet Management
- Air Ops and Maritime
- Introduction to Medical and Cold Chain
- Airport Logistics
- Introduction to Customs and Importation
- Distribution
Speaker/s
Our highly experienced trainers deliver a unique and high quality training experience.
Our trainers have extensive experience in complex emergencies and natural disasters in Africa, the Middle East, the Americas and the Asia Pacific.
Special Offer
All food, accommodation and training materials for five days and four nights. Travel not included.
Course fees are in Australian dollars and can be paid in full via credit card through our secure payment facility. Organisations are able to request to receive an invoice.
Further instructions regarding course logistics will be provided upon payment of course fees. Payment of full course fees is required prior to attendance.
Schedules
| Weekdays |
| No. of Days: | 5 |
RedR Australia is a leading international humanitarian response agency that selects, trains and deploys technical specialists.
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