Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 03 Jan 2019
- Bring your Procurement & Logistics experience and expertise and contribute to efforts to improve the eye health of the Ethiopian population
- Leading International Development Organisation in the area of eye health
- Based in Addis Ababa with cluster offices in various towns in Ethiopia
The Fred Hollows Foundation (FHF) is an international development organisation working in more than 25 countries. We help train and empower local eye doctors, nurses and health workers to create a sustainable system of care in the communities that need it most. The work we do has a very clear purpose: to make sure everyone, whether he or she is rich or poor, has access to high quality, affordable eye health.
In Ethiopia, FHF has been supporting the government to eliminate trachoma in the Oromia Region. Our Country Office is based in Addis Ababa, with four operational hubs covering activities in 18 zones in the Oromia region with a work force of more than 80 people in programme, technical, administrative, finance, procurement, logistical, and HR functions.
Reporting directly to the Senior Manager Finance & Operations, the Procurement & Logistics Manager will be responsible and accountable for the management of all procurement, fleet management, warehouse & asset management and overall logistics and supply chain related activities.
To be successful in this position, you will have a relevant degree in logistics and/ or procurement management, with additional training in supply chain management, evidence of practical experience in procurement and logistics management including pharmaceutical supplies within the field of supply chain management and medical distribution support within a public health context. And, at least 5 years of relevant experience in the non-governmental sector, proven record of experience in the management of logistics and procurement activities at a management level, experience in the management of budgets and the ability to prepare timely, complete and accurate reports, excellent knowledge of the local regulatory environment, including knowledge of customs clearance, FMHACA and importing processes, experience in pharmaceutical and general supply chain management and previous experience in a management capacity.
The Fred Hollows Foundation has a practice of employing local nationals and we seek people with strong written and spoken English as well as Amharic and other local languages for ease of communication with international and local contacts.
This is an exciting time to join The Fred Hollows Foundation as we seek to deliver even greater impact and enhance our ability to accomplish our vision.
How to apply:
Applications should be made via our website: http://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies and should include your resume and cover lette**r.**
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
The Fred Hollows Foundation – Ethiopia (FHF-E) has been registered and licensed by The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Charites and Societies Agency in accordance with Charities and Societies Proclamation No. 621/2009, and certificate number 2985, on 4 March 2013.