Supply Chain Management Specialist at the National AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections Control and Hepatitis Programme (NASCP)

The National AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections Control and Hepatitis Programme (NASCP) is a division of the Department of Public Health, in the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Health (FMH). The concept of NASCP and its mandate is to coordinate the formulation and effective implementation of the Nigeria government policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures for the prevention of new HIV infections as well as improve on the existing treatment, care and support for those persons already infected and affected by the virus in the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Supply Chain Management Specialist

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Start Date: Mon Oct 24 2022
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 5 years

Background

• Engagement of a Supply Chain Management Specialist to provide technical support for strategic and tactical purchasing of materials and commodities, inventory control and monitoring of performance of suppliers.
• We are implementing a CDC supported 5-year project to deliver client-centered high quality comprehensive HIV care and treatment and laboratory services to reach the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets and end AIDS by 2030.
• This project employs a patient-centered approach that integrates contextual health systems strengthening with comprehensive HIV care, including critical services mainstreamed towards those infected and affected by HIV.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the National Supply Chain strategy and N-SHIP supply chain strategy
• Establish performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain.
• Analyse commodities delivery data and processes to identify and address bottlenecks and other issues
• Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements;
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records
• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
• Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes
• Resolve issues that emerge in the supply chain system  (e.g. delays in delivery, accidents)
• Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain
• Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Pharmacy or similar field
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Supply Chain, Logistics or professional qualification in similar field is desirable
• At least 5 years working experience as a Supply Chain Manager in health-related field
• Experience in HIV/AIDS supply chain management will be an advantage.
• Working experience of Supply Chain software
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Contractual and financial management experience, with at least 5 years at a mid- management level, working with donor agencies.
• Strong understanding of international contracts and cooperative agreements including their relevant terms, conditions.

Deliverables:

• The key deliverable of the consultancy is to facilitate and monitor the procurement activities as highlighted in the implementation plan. Timely quarterly progress report on integration activities
• Bimonthly stock status report dashboard and progress update report

Contracting & Accountability:

• The officer will be accountable to the Head PSM reporting directly to the National Coordinator through the head PSM unit.

Renumeration
S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.

Application Closing Date
5.00pm, Monday 10th October, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Any application sent in after the set deadline will be disqualified.