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Yusuf Bilal

@yusufbilal

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Experienced supply chain manager with a focus on humanitarian assistance.

Sudan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my supply chain expertise in humanitarian settings, with opportunities for professional growth and impactful work.

I am a highly motivated and experienced professional specializing in supply chain management and project coordination within humanitarian contexts. My extensive background includes working with UN agencies and NGOs, where I have successfully managed logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of essential goods and services to those in need.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, effectively coordinating with diverse stakeholders to achieve program objectives. My expertise encompasses emergency response coordination, procurement, and inventory management, allowing me to navigate complex environments and deliver results under pressure.

I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable populations and am committed to continuous learning and professional development in the humanitarian sector.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Supply Officer

Current

UNHCR Darfur Operation

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Supported all activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing & procurement, transport, shipping, customs clearance, warehousing, assets & fleet management within the area of responsibility. Ensured effective information flow and documenting the records of the Supply chain activities.

Supply Chain Management Procurement Logistics Warehousing Asset Management Fleet Management Coordination Reporting Customs Clearance

Snr Supply Associate

UNHCR Nyala

Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)

Managed storage of goods according to best practices and UNHCR rules and regulations. Maintained an efficient system for the release, distribution and redeployment of goods, and coordinated transportation and distribution of relief items.

Logistics Supply Chain Asset Management Procurement Reporting Quality Control

Project Field Coordinator

UNHCR/UNOPS Emergency Shelter & Non-Food Items Sector

Jul 2013 - Dec 2018 (5 years 5 months)

Led the coordination of emergency shelter and NFI activities within a humanitarian context. Developed and implemented comprehensive sector strategies, work plans, and response plans for emergency shelter and NFI assistance.

Project Coordination Shelter & NFI Programming Fundraising Reporting

Senior Logistics Associate (Programs & Operations)

UNHCR/UNOPS South Darfur

Jul 2012 - Jun 2013 (11 months)

Led, coordinated, and supervised Emergency Shelter & NFIs Sector and other supply related activities. Prepared plans for delivery of relief items according to operational needs and managed tender processes.

Logistics Supply Chain Program Management Procurement Tender Management Inventory Management Reporting

Logistics Assistant (Programs & Operations)

UNJLC/UN-World Food Programme

Dec 2009 - Jun 2012 (2 years 6 months)

Participated in regular Logistics & NFI Coordination meetings and acted as a focal point for UNHAS special flight coordination. Managed the receive & dispatch process of NFIs of the Common Pipeline.

Logistics Coordination Reporting GIS Data Analysis

Voluntary Work

IDPs Camps

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005 (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated with WFP for food request and dispatching, setting distribution plans, together with field staff and Relief Committee. Organized and coordinated all related inputs for humanitarian needs assessments.

Community Engagement Data Collection Planning

Food Security Monitor and Registration and Food Distribution Coordinator

ACF Action Contre La Faim and Samaritan’s Purse

Identified and targeted direct affected population by conducting proper assessment. Coordinated with WFP for food request and dispatching, setting distribution plans, and gathering required information.

Food Security Monitoring Community Engagement Coordination Reporting Data Collection Field Operations

Commodities Manager Assistant

Samaritan’s Purse International

Managed and provided all inputs for commodities, food and non-food items. Coordinated procurement procedures for the commodities department and arranged secondary transportation.

Procurement Reporting Community Engagement Supply Chain

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

New Castle University Sudan

MBA, Business Administration

Undertook undergraduate studies towards a Master of Business Administration.

University of Nyala

High Diploma, Peace & Social Development Studies

Completed a High Diploma in Peace & Social Development Studies, focusing on relevant social and developmental issues.

University of Al Neelain

B. Sc. Honours, Applied Statistics (Information Technology)

Achieved a B. Sc. Honours in Applied Statistics with a specialization in Information Technology. Focused on statistical analysis, population studies, and information management systems.