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Overview/Responsibilities:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. FHI 360 is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Commodities and Distribution Manager in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Commodities and Distribution Manager will provide management of procurement, distribution and monitoring of supplemental nutrition support to the anticipated USAID/Kenya Nutrition and Health Program Plus in Kenya aiming at improving the nutritional status of Kenyans. The position is contingent on funding.
The Commodities and Distribution Manager will provide management of procurement, distribution and monitoring of supplemental nutrition support to the anticipated USAID/Kenya Nutrition and Health Program Plus in Kenya aiming at improving the nutritional status of Kenyans. The position is contingent on funding.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Leads in the implementation of the product supply chain including a system for the procurement and distribution of the nutrition products.
- Interacts with the tehnical teams in the preparation of appropriate documents: Supply plans, Supply / contracts requisitions and purchase orders, etc.; according to procurement specifications and supply procedures.
- Faciliate efficient clearance, storage and distribution of the nutrition products to facilities from ports of entry and warehouses.
- When required, maintains contact with customs and immigration officials, follows up on preliminary supply clearance documentations to facilitate timely customs clearance of the products in keeping with established protocol.
- Undertakes local procurements, as required.
- Undertakes field visits to project sites to inventory and monitor supply inputs. Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.
- Identifies training needs and develops training activities in supply management for FHI 360’s staff counterparts, designed to improve supply delivery
Qualifications:
- University degree in Business Administration, Supply & Logistics Management or related field.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in similar role in a large donor funded program in Kenya.
- Demonstrated experience in logistics management and coordination within the field of supply chain management, fleet/ transport management and asset management and distribution support.
- Strong planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
- Familiarity with US government programming, rules and regulations.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center athttp://www.fhi360.org/careersor through the Employment section atwww.fhi360.org. Pleasesubmit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
