Senior Supply Chain Officer – Kousseri

Sector of activity: Supply chain

Type of contract: Regular Employment

rate: Full time

Open to expatriates: No

Place of work: Kousseri, Cameroon Job

description

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, rebuild and take control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, IRC provides vital care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee war or disaster. Working today in more than 40 countries and 22 US cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions of people uprooted by conflict and disaster. IRC paves the way for evil at home.

 

IRC has been operating in Cameroon since 2016 in the Far North region, delivering lifesaving programs to increase access to water and improve hygiene practices, helping people meet their basic needs and providing GBV response programs for affected communities. Based on the recent humanitarian crisis in the South West and North West regions of Cameroon, IRC is expanding its intervention in this area to provide humanitarian assistance to affected communities. With its headquarters/coordination office in Yaoundé, IRC Cameroon’s regular sectors are: Environmental Health (EH), Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE), Education and Child Protection, economic recovery and development (ERD) and the protection and

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Type of contract: CDD
Duration: 02.5 Months non-renewable

1. Purpose of the position

The Supply Chain Manager will work under the supervision of the Field Coordinator and the Supply Chain Coordinator. He/she should be a key member of the supply chain team to assist in the continued development of the team. He/she will ensure the integrity of the supply chain system. The Supply Chain must be able to respond quickly to programmatic and operational needs, while ensuring compliance with good practices, standards and procedures while producing quality documentation.

Under the direct supervision of the Field Coordinator, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for:

Supervising, managing, the supply chain team at each base Buea, Maroua and Kousseri

Organizing, structuring and training staff under his responsibility as well as the continuous evaluation of the performance of each member of the team.

Ensure that the segregation of duties recommended by IRC is respected.

Ensure the implementation of standard operating procedures and enforce them.

Supply chain activities:

 

He/she will;

Know the standard operating procedures of the supply chain of the

Ensure that all supplies comply with IRC procedures and policies.

Ensure that the performance of the entire supply chain is satisfactory and contributes effectively to the overall program implementation with an emphasis on fairness, integrity, timeliness and quality.

Produce and submit the various required reports on time with care and quality.

Purchase of goods and services:

Develop and make available a database of suppliers, indicative prices, catalogs, technical information; regularly updated to be used for budgeting and ordering purposes.

Ensure that the procurement of goods and services is carried out in accordance with IRC procedures, ensuring quality and fair market price.

 

Implement framework contracts in accordance with the IRC procedures in force.

In collaboration with programs, implement comprehensive procurement plans for all active grants while ensuring execution and regular monitoring.

Share with the program, on a weekly basis, the follow-up of purchases and draw attention to purchases that require special attention

Movements and transport:

Coordinate the movement and allocation of vehicles

Closely monitor fuel consumption, quality , vehicle reliability and maintenance.

Ensure drivers and vehicle users adhere to IRC recommended transportation and movement protocols.

Optimize maintenance and repair costs for vehicles, motorcycles and generators

Inventory, material and asset management:

Ensure that storage and retrieval procedures and documentation are strictly adhered to.

Monitor equipment with emphasis on compliance with procedures and documentation.

Establish a system for tracking and maintaining IRC equipment and other assets.

Share the inventory report with the program, drawing attention to expiration dates, excess inventory, and alerting programs to distribution needs.

2. Others

Promote a team spirit within the supply chain and contribute to an atmosphere of cooperation, complementarity, mutual aid for all departments and sectors of IRC Cameroon.

Perform all duties responsibly and act professionally at all times.

Represent IRC at different levels with partners. On supply chain issues

Commits to the IRC Way (IRC Ethics).

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Is available to perform any other ad hoc task deemed useful by his direct supervisor or by the IRC.

Produce month-end supply chain activity reports, ensuring quality of information and timeliness.

3. Other Duties

Ensure that all activities are implemented in accordance with IRC’s operational policies.

Other additional tasks assigned by the supervisor

Profile

University degree, in logistics, management, social sciences or any other equivalent qualification or experience.

At least 3 years of experience in a similar management or supervisory position

Strong management skills including development, evaluation, planning, budget and asset tracking;

Computer literacy and familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. ;

Proven ability to manage, lead, motivate and train staff;

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in an organized and independent manner;

Have a very high degree of integrity and probity;

Good sense of organization, communication and interpersonal relations;

Good disposition and report writing skills;

Good knowledge of the Far North Province and local languages.

Demonstrated ability to work and manage a multicultural team

Experience working with an international humanitarian NGO will be an advantage

1. How to apply

Applications must be online through the organization no later than October 7, 2022.

The application package must include:

Letter of application/

motivation Updated CV

· Diplomas

· Certificates of previous work

· NIC

NB: Only selected candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are encouraged to apply

Apply ONLY online via the Internet link whose address is: https://rescue.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=rescue&country=cm