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

The Role

The Regional Programme Lead will oversee the execution of the vaccine rollout programme in Member States. In addition, the Regional Lead will be responsible for developing strategic initiatives specific to the region. He/she will also be supporting the national vaccination programmes by Member States.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The Regional Programme Lead shall:

• Liaise with government focal points for defining country plans and supporting program
• Oversee all Saving Lives and Livelihoods programme implementation regionally and in member countries
• Engage with partner organisations at regional and country level to ensure collaboration and alignment between different efforts for the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines
• Monitor and validate progress of regional implementing partners and report performance to the PMU
• Identify strategic objectives and priorities for the region by continually assessing the performance of the programme and the need of Member States in the region
• Develop regional plans and work to achieve its objectives
• Work with the Technical Assistance Team to provide technical expertise to regional implementing partners on a proactive basis or based on the request of the regional implementing partners
• Lead the hiring and staffing of technical experts and National Coordinators for the Regional Team
• Manage and monitor the performance of National Coordinators and provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure the smooth flow of work and to improve performance
• Manage risks associated with Africa CDC Programme Management Unit operations in the region
• Represent Africa CDC in a professional manner, which creates a positive image and enhances the credibility of the organisation
• Perform any other duties as requested by the RCC Coordinator

Qualifications and Skills required

• Master’s degree in public health or associated fields of Candidates need to have at least 10 years of work experience of which 6 years is spent as an expert and 3 years at a supervisory role

Or

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or associated fields of study. Candidates need to have at least 12 years of work experience of which 6 years is spent as an expert and 3 years at a supervisory role

Required Skills and Competencies

Functional skills

• Excellent leadership skills including the capacity to organise people to achieve a shared goal and inspire staff
• Experience in managing multi-stakeholder and multi country programs
• Excellent diplomatic, representational, interpersonal and communication skills, including experience with successfully interacting with stakeholders and decisionmakers in technical and other professional settings
• Demonstrated project planning and management skills for organising, planning and executing projects from conception through implementation
• Skills in translating highly technical information into presentations, briefings and, report and funding proposals for both technical and lay audiences
• Excellent computer skills, including word-processing capabilities, proficiency with email and internet applications, experience in using office software applications such as MS Excel, Power Point and Word

Personal Abilities 

• Leadership and management Pro-active and solutions oriented.
• Analytical and problem-solving
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and with external
• High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team
• Ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision, and in a culturally diverse team
• Adaptive, patient, resourceful, resilient and flexible