Roving Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator

Overview

We are currently recruiting a Roving Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator to join our Supply Chain & Operations team.

This is an office-based position in Sudan.

At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.

We are proud to be a global recruiter, hiring people from around the world. We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages for all staff, that are applied fairly and transparently. This means we are unable to advertise the salary as it is dependent on the local job market of the staff member, we will inform shortlisted candidates of the salary range as part of the selection process.

Note you must have the right to work in your home-based location and that national terms and conditions will apply.

This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks.

About Relief International

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 16 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.

About the Opportunity

The Supply Chain & Operations (SCO) team plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of field operations across Sudan especially in a challenging and fluid environment. Roving SCO Coordinator will provide consistent, timely and efficient support to the Sudan SCO team by ensuring SCO and Program collaboration to enable continuity of operations, and gap fill for during the absence of key personnel in different locations.

Your Responsibilities

This role includes the following responsibilities.

• Operational support- Support in analysing SCO trackers and reports to identify bottlenecks, issues and delays and propose timely solutions
• Field Visits & On-site Support – Facilitate the identification and resolution of supply chain and operational issues also conduct on-site training and capacity building
• Procurement Support – Lead in drafting essential documents and provide training, spot checks and support

About You

You will bring the following experience and skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Development, Social Sciences, Humanitarian/Development field and/or equivalent experience in a related field;
• Previous experience working in Sudan for an international NGO is an advantage
• Demonstrated excellence in training and capacity-building of specialist and non-specialist staff in Supply Chain Management;
• Familiarity with donor procurement and supply chain standards, including at least 3 of the following: ECHO, EU, FCDO, USAID, BHA, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, Italian Corporation and Sudan Health Fund Pool Funding and knowledge of donor guidelines.
• Excellent English writing and communication skills (knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage). Proficiency in using supply chain management software and tools.

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!

How To Apply

To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

• You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
• The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Closing Date

3rd December, 2024 Please apply immediately we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date.

As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.