COUNTRY SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATOR

Job title: Country Supply Chain Coordinator

Reporting to: Head of Support Services

Location: Kampala

Overall purpose of the role:

The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for the overall country logistics and procurement operation in coordination with procurement and logistics staff in the field offices; providing support to DRC field operations and field-based staff in training, guidance and standard operating procedures as set by the DRC. The incumbent must possess broad knowledge in the procurement and logistics processes, people’s management, finance, vehicles, inventories and monitoring of assets and activities. He/She plays a key role in implementation of the Supply Chain Module of DRC Dynamics through tailor-made training, mentoring, coaching, monitoring, and controlling correct usage of the module.

He/She supervises the logistics and procurement unit in Country Office and provides technical support to area offices. The Supply Chain Manager may be required to travel to another duty station within the country at any time, at relatively short notice, depending on the operational requirement of DRC.

The position will work in close cooperation with the Regional Supply Chain Manager for East Africa & Great Lakes Region as well as Headquarters SC team.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement

• Ensure DRC procurement guidelines are adhered to in all DRC offices.
• Actively engage and support the program teams in procurement planning to ensure timely delivery of project inputs and activities.
• Plan and engage with Project Managers to understand contract specifications and with suppliers to develop a profile of delivery capability, which results in effective market engagement.
• Identify, negotiate and implement contract & framework agreements, which result in efficiencies in line with financial and forecasting requirements.
• Maintain accurate auditable records of all procurement process, which result in high process compliance.
• Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance.
• Conduct efficient and collaborative procurements which are DRC and donor compliant (advice, tendering, evaluation award & contract management) and which result in a high value adding commercial outcome.
• Responsible for all Invitation to Bids at country coordination office.
• Build supplier, category and market understanding through performance management, research and stakeholder briefings, which result in the management of commercial issues throughout the procurement cycle.
• Assist DRC management in Contract & Supplier relationship management.
• Ensure weekly procurement tracker is shared consistently with all DRC to enable a close follow up of the procurement status.

Logistics

• Prepares and reviews   budget   requirements   of   logistics   activities   and   directs   consolidation   of logistic budget.
• Implement DRC’s asset management strategies i.e. monthly updating of asset register, bi-annual physical asset verification, and annual insurance of assets.
• Ensure efficient asset and inventory management systems are in place and ensure that all procured items are accounted for and quality/quantity controlled in stock reports and asset inventory management system.
• Ensure DRC assets are safeguarded through asset tagging, insurance.
• Manage the asset disposal for the entire country program.
• Ensure a robust fleet management system and that any vehicle damage/accident is reported immediately and necessary follow up made.
• Continuously organize vehicle and equipment maintenance/repair schedule and value-for-money services to the vehicle fleet/equipment.
• Continuously monitor and keep records of vehicle fleet/motorcycles/generators fuel consumption through weekly reports.
• Consolidate and quality assure the monthly procurement and logistics reports for onward submission to Head of Support Services and Country Director.
• Ensure monitoring of use of purchased goods and materials. This will protect the DRC from incurring losses by minimizing fraud and waste.

Coordination

• Exercise leadership and offer daily supervision of country procurement and logistics procedures.
• Ensure the realization and achievement of the Area Performance Indicators in procurement and logistics department.
• Daily supervision of the Kampala procurement and logistics staff and ensure their close cooperation with the departments for administration, finances, human resources and programs.
• Analyze Supply Chain Systems i.e. procurement, logistics and warehousing are working together to fill orders and deliver goods, services on a timely basis.
• On regular basis, assess and raise with management procurement and logistics staffing resource needs.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management.
• Build capacity and train DRC Uganda staff in DRC procurement and logistics processes to create a better understanding of procedure with an aim to improve service delivery.
• Prepare timely and accurate management information covering aspects of stakeholder engagement in the procurement process lifecycle which result in effective performance management and delivery of required outcomes.
• Compile and archive ad-hoc reports on observations concerning staff conduct/performance and use of organization’s assets; and DRC monthly reports on fuel, inventory, and equipment maintenance/repair and in stock reports.
• Actively engage in continuous professional development. Maintain and build capacity on DRC procurement and logistical processes with procurement, logistics, finance, program staff in the country and field offices.
• Ensure regular field support visits at minimum to at least 2 field offices every quarter.

Experience and technical competencies: 

• At least 5 years’ procurement and logistics experience in a busy organization, preferably in an NGO setting. Must demonstrate professional experience in legal, administrative and operational aspects of Procurement and Logistics.
• Proven experience working with donor funded projects/ programs e.g.  EU, DfiD, SIDA, USAID, UNHCR & DANIDA among other donors.
• Experience in financial management of tendering processes and audits.
• Proven commitment to accountable practices.
• Proactive and solution oriented
• A pro-active person who is able to work independently and at the same time a good team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Good and clear communication and writing skills in English as well as Computer literate (proficiency in MS word, excel)
• Detail oriented

Education:

• A Degree in Procurement and Logistics.
• Supply or the equivalent professional qualification in procurement and supply.

Languages

• Excellent Communication skills in English required.

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 28th February, 2022.

Equal Opportunity

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunity: DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.