Director, Operations at Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA)

(REF. KEMSA/HRA/DO/HR/12/2024)

PURPOSE STATEMENT.

• The jobholder will be overall in charge of technical services encompassing warehousing, distribution and logistics in which he/she will be responsible of developing the necessary capacity while managing the processes to deliver the desired results.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES.

• Strategic Planning: Spearhead the development of KEMSA’s comprehensive warehousing and distribution strategy, ensuring it aligns with the organization’s overall goals and mission.
• Strategic Direction: Provide visionary leadership to the distribution function, ensuring the timely, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of HPTs to customers while continuously optimizing processes.
• Infrastructure Development: Identify critical areas in warehousing infrastructure that require enhancement to support the safe storage and handling of Health Products and Technologies (HPTs). Collaborate with the resource mobilization team to secure funding for these improvements.
• Relationship Building: Foster and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and strategic partners, leveraging effective communication and negotiation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of warehousing and distribution operations.
• Sustainability: Partner with other directorates to develop a sustainable logistics service that contributes to revenue generation by offering affordable, reliable supply chain services, thereby supporting the financial stability of the Authority.
• Networking: Actively participate in industry conferences, events, and meetings to network with potential partners, donors, and key stakeholders while staying informed of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in supply chain management.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Oversee the end-to-end tracking of HPTs throughout the supply chain, providing regular, data-driven reports to management and stakeholders, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a dynamic team responsible for the replenishment, stocking, and timely delivery of HPTs, ensuring optimal performance and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential risks associated with warehousing and the distribution of HPTs. Develop and implement comprehensive risk mitigation
• strategies to safeguard operations and ensure business continuity. Innovation: Continuously explore and implement innovative solutions to overcome challenges in supply chain management, driving efficiencies and improving overall effectiveness.
• Ethics and Compliance: Ensure all activities within the directorate align with KEMSA’s core values, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of integrity and accountability across all operations.

Requirements for Appointments

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management and Logistics, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement, Commerce (Supplies Management Option), Business Administration (Supplies Management option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• At least twelve (12) years relevant work experience, of which five (5) must be in senior management position.
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant professional body in good standing.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications