Senior Program Supply Chain Coordinator

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a prominent international organization working in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression. 

Working in coordination with the humanitarian community, IRC currently addresses the needs of war-affected Syrians from several operational bases in the region. Our activities in the region focus primarily on the supply of vital medications and medical equipment, non-food items, water, sanitation and hygiene and child protection and form part of an over-arching humanitarian response in Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, Iraq and the region that seeks to assist refugees, IDPs and war-affected Syrians survive conflict and displacement.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Senior Program Supply Chain coordinator will be responsible for the overall coordination and management of all non-food item distribution across program sectors. He/she will be in charge of ensuring the quality and timely delivery of core relief items to the beneficiary population using the most appropriate delivery mechanism.  He/she will be the liaison between program teams and supply chain, ensuring that NFI procurement and delivery is coordinated, benefits of economy of scale are realized, and that products procured meet the needs of the beneficiaries.    He/she will also work closely with the partner point person to ensure partner input into NFI procurement and distribution and with the M&E unit to collect beneficiary input and feedback.    

This position reports to the Deputy Director for Programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Quality

​Develop directly or in collaboration with program coordinators and local partners the distribution plan including needs assessment methodology, beneficiary selection criteria, registration mechanism, program location, kit content, distribution methodology and data collection / monitoring.Liaise with Supply Chain Coordinator (SCC) to ensure the timely procurement of NFIs that meet program needs.  This includes batching similar NFIs across program sectors for best pricing, working closely with program staff to ensure specifications and quantities meet beneficiary needs, and anticipating needs on the ground to improve SC lead times.   Coordinate and share relevant data with partner organizations and the NFI/Shelter WG and other coordination bodies to ensure a harmonized and well – planned response. Lead, or contribute to, the development of emergency response plans and contingency plans.Work with the SMT to develop rapid response plans and lead on implementation of operations response when new emergencies ariseMaintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.Responsible for informing program NFI budget development, management, and compliance. Manage and implement emergency procurement measures. Inform the development/ maintenance of effective and efficient oversight, support, quality control and reporting systems and processes, including on site monitoring and assessment of distributions. Work with M&E unit to ensure completion of the protection checklist, on-site monitoring documents and post-distribution assessments as well as all other relevant monitoring documents.

Professional Standards

All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Directions:

Advanced  degree in international development, supply chain management or related fields requiredMinimum of 5 years professional experience in program implementation or / and logistics. Strong operational background required. Prior experience working in emergency settings or insecure environments preferred.Strong program and budget management skills, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation skillsStrong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties .   Must be capable of applying their skills and knowledge in a range of capacities, including direct implementation, advisory functions, training and the transfer of technical knowledge and management skills to others.Personal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, detail oriented, structured and organized, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible, troubleshooter, and able to handle pressure well. Fluency in English required. Arabic preferred.

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The position will be based in Antakya, Turkey with travels to field offices as required. 

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IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

   

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