Supply Chain Officer at Nutrition International
Nutrition International (NI) is seeking a dedicated Supply Chain Officer to join their team in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This full-time position focuses on ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of Vitamin A capsules (VAC) across the country, aligning with NI’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
•Planning and Coordination: Lead the planning, quantification, forecasting, implementation, and monitoring of VAC supply chain activities to ensure alignment with Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS) program objectives and timelines.
•Logistics Management: Collaborate with Ministry of Health (MoH) teams to develop and maintain detailed, costed logistics plans for the importation, transportation, storage, and distribution of VAC.
•Inventory Oversight: Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels and distribution to prevent stockouts or wastage.
•Capacity Building: Provide technical support and training to local health authorities and supply chain stakeholders on VAC supply chain best practices.
•Procurement Collaboration: Work with NI’s headquarters procurement teams to ensure timely purchasing and arrival of VAC shipments.
•Compliance and Contingency Planning: Ensure adherence to national standards and regulations related to health commodities distribution and develop contingency plans for potential supply chain disruptions.
•Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective communication and collaboration with government agencies, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders to enhance coordination and delivery of VAC in Tanzania.
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Qualifications and Experience:
•Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, Public Health (specializing in health commodities), or a related field. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
•Professional Training: Additional training in health commodities management and research methodologies is desirable.
•Work Experience: At least 5 years of experience in health commodities supply chain management, public health, health system strengthening, or a related field in Tanzania or elsewhere.
•Program Implementation: Experience in program/project implementation, supervision, monitoring, and evaluation.
•Health System Knowledge: Good understanding of the Tanzanian health system is desirable.
•Skills: Excellent report writing, data management, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required.
What NI Offers:
•Competitive market pay.
•Health and dental benefits.
•Pension plan.
•Flexible work hours.
•Four weeks of vacation plus public holidays.
•Support for learning and development opportunities.
•A collaborative and engaging work environment.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their applications by March 19, 2025. For more details and to apply, please visit the official job posting:
Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process upon request.
Please note: All offers are conditional upon appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.