Technical Officer for Logistics at Oxford HR

The Role

The Technical Officer for Logistics will support coordination of logistics related activities of Africa CDC including the Saving Lives and Livelihoods Programme. She/He will support logistics for implementing partners and member states in their operation to move vaccines and other commodities from point of manufacturing to vaccination centers.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The Technical Officer for Logistics Officer shall:

• Support the coordination and management of logistics functions of Africa CDC including the Saving Lives and Livelihoods programme working closely with implementing partners and member states
• Identify requirements and establish and maintain all logistical infrastructures for administration and
• Plan the logistics capacity need for Africa CDC including the programme
• Develop and maintain contacts with a broad range of partners in-country, including governments, partners, the wider UN agencies, and relevant Non-State actors to support Africa CDC’s field mission operations and ensure the mission is coordinated with other actors in-country
• Work with the wider programme technical teams to develop strategy and coordinate logistics planning requirements
• Provide field logistical support and coordination, including;
• In-country risk assessment for deployed resources
• Assessments of partner agency logistics in emergency situations
• Identify and procure equipment and supplies in country
• Establish, manage and maintain essential communications both within the deployed team and with wider agency
• Maintain a flexible system of logistical support to ensure rapid acquisition and transport of requested resources
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of activities and audit
• Represent Africa  CDC  team  in  logistics  coordination  meetings  and  ensure coordination with partners
• Represent Africa CDC in a professional manner, which creates a positive image and enhances the credibility of the organization
• Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills required

• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, or other clearly related Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of work experience. Managerial/ supervisory experience would be an added advantage.

Or

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, or other clearly related Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of work experience. Managerial/ supervisory experience would be an added advantage.

Required skills and Competencies

Functional skills

• Proven work experience in supporting or managing logistics operation for public health programmes
• Extensive knowledge of vaccine supply chain
• Familiar with laws, regulations, and requirements as they apply to logistics
• Knowledge of public health will be an advantage
• Demonstrated ability with regard to computer skills, including excellent word-processing capabilities, proficiency with e-mail and internet applications experience in using office software such as MS Power Point, Word and

Personal Abilities

• Good coordination and organizational abilities
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Ability to plan ahead and predict potential and emerging barriers
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and with external stakeholders
• High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team spirit
• Ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision, and in a culturally diverse team