Supply Chain Officer at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, private, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization. Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996. A Memorandum of Understanding between Medecins Sans Frontieres and the Federal Government of Nigeria facilitates this. MSF-OCA employees are guided by a Code of Conduct which aims to strengthen and support ethical cultures throughout MSF-OCA, based on the core values that guide our medical humanitarian mission.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Supply Chain Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract
Job Type: 6 Months Definite Contract

Main Objective and Responsibilities of the position

• Organizing and supervising the daily supply chain activities and the teams associated, in the coordination or project level, according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure the optimal running of the mission

General Accountabilities

• Supervising and organizing the daily activities of the Supply Chain team, including Supply Supervisors, and ensuring they perform the tasks linked to their role
• Being responsible for the order, purchase, stock and freight management in the coordination or in the project level, monitoring and ensuring an efficient implementation of the overall daily supply chain activities
• Collecting claims from the field, analysing causes and making corrective actions.
• In collaboration with the Supply Supervisor (if any) and in coordination with the HR department, supervising the associated processes (recruitment, training/induction, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, potential detection, development and communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required
• Informing the Logistics / Supply Manager in case of any major issue and draws-up all required reporting, in order to keep updated and reliable information that will help in decision-making
• Monitoring and ensuring a smooth running supply administration and the respect of the implemented supply procedures, proposing adjustments where needed.
• Being responsible for the supply database and the correct filing and archiving of the supply documentation in order to guarantee the availability and the coherence of supply data
• Communicating with customers, keeping them up to date concerning their orders status (BO confirmation) and prioritizing procurement and transport according to their needs
• Performing any other tasks within the scope of his role, as directed by supervision and according to the needs of the mission

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Act as backup to the other Supply Chain Officer during holidays, sick leave, etc. as well as support each other at times of high workload.
• Follow-up on UNIFIELD cleaning and produce monthly stock as well as other reports requested by Supply Chain Manager and Supply Coordinator.
• Analyse data, create databases, monitor and track KPIs and share it with Supply Chain Manager and Supply Coordinator on a regular basis.
• On a regular basis, update the order tracker and request overview for requestors and projects.
• Responsible for the preparation of montly supply reports & data analysis.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Essential Degree and Specialisation in Logistics/Supply Chain Management

Experience:

• Essential: Minimum 2 years in Supply Chain Management & in the organisation of Supply Administration & procedures.
• Desirable: Proven understanding of MSF Field Logistics (General knowledge of MSF Equipment and Kits)

Languages:

• Good command of English language is essential; Local language desirable

Knowledge:

• Computer literacy (word, excel, internet) is essential.

Competencies:

• Result & Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should
Click here to apply online
And
Send their Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary Credentials as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to: [email protected] using "SC OFFICER" as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline 28th February, 2025; 4:00PM

Note

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• NO Transportation and/or allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, recommendations letters) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.
• Qualified Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.