Supply Chain Officer (National) - Damascus

TITLE: Supply Chain Officer (National)
TEAM/PROGRAMME: Programme Operations LOCATION: Damascus

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The purpose of the Supply Chain Officer is to monitor and execute the sourcing function to facilitate accountable and efficient procurement of goods services and works for Save the Children in terms of administrative spend and programmatic spend to deliver value for children and the beneficiaries

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Supply Chain Coordinator

Staff reporting to this post: 

• NA

Procurement Management (35%)

• Support the Supply Chain Coordinator in developing yearly Procurement plans to ensure efficient and effective implementation of Supply Chain Management and Procurement tasks. 
• Review and amend Supply Chain and Procurement Plans on Monthly bases to ensure alignment with Supply Chain and Procurement Strategy and programs strategy and implementation 
• Liaise with programme / operations team members and advise about best ways to procure goods ensuring quality control and conformity with required specifications.
• Implement the SCI Procurement Manual and Procurement Policy to ensure highest levels of compliance.
• Uphold and promote the understanding of the SCI Procurement Manual and Procurement policy and provide trainings and briefings for other staff to understand and apply the guidelines
• Perform operational purchasing activities including but not limited to:

1. Review Purchase Requests received to ensure accuracy of specs provided
2. Issue Request for Quotation/ Proposal in compliance with SCI procedures
3. Assess quotation received and prepare CBA providing recommendation for award
4. In case of Formal quotation, schedule procurement evaluation sessions, populate CBAs and Tender Committee minutes are compiled accurately detailing analysis of how bidders were eliminated and or selected
5. Draft and Issue Purchase Orders, Contracts and FWAs in accordance with SCI policies and procedures.
6. Administer existing FWAs and contracts
7. Management of suppliers Data Base

• Ensure Market Solicitation tools are prepared with accurate information that can lead to accountability, transparency, fair competition, and best value for money.
• Develop and maintain strong and professional relationship with different suppliers 
• Enhance Supplier’s database through constant identification of potential suppliers and regular evaluation for existing suppliers’ performance.
• Plan and Implement negotiation strategies to achieve financial benefits and track these benefits in our BAF Tracker.

Supply Chain and Procurement Management – Partners (35%)

• Support various programs in tracking procurement progress under different projects through developing and using procurement trackers.
• Support partners in implementing procurement policies through:

1. Arrange and conduct procurement sessions to build up the capacity of our partners and ensure full understanding of SCI procurement manual to empower them to deliver quality programs through compliant procedures.
2. Provide guidance for Ad-hoc requests and urgent matters
3. Forward all vetting requests to our compliance team to ensure all partner’s suppliers are cleared in terms of Vetting. 
4. Review submitted procurement tracker and check performance against procurement plans.

• Support Awards in the Kick-off and close out of projects through:

1. Conducting Kick-off meetings
2. Track Assets/ General Equipment purchased under various projects
3. Prepare Asset/ General Equipment donation certificate/ transfer certificate 
4. In case of any suspension, liaise with the partner and finance team to track total amount of commitment procurements

• Support Partnership team in assessing partners performance through conducting quarterly assessment performance.
• Support Partnership team in assessing partners ability to implement projects through using PAT tool that identifies Partners capacity in terms of Supply Chain and procurement Management. 

Fleet and Asset Management – (10%)

• Support the Supply Chain Coordinator in developing yearly Asset and Disposal plans to ensure efficient and effective implementation of Asset Management. 
• Ensure that the acquisition of assets in close adherence with our global requirement and standards.
• Ensure that all assets are registered and maintained in our Asset Register where all assets are logged, issued with unique asset numbers and cards and are tracked throughout the Area Office 
• Ensure implantation of fleet management systems to ensure accountable, efficient use and allocation of the vehicle fleet

Reporting and information Management (10%)

• Update, review and submit Monthly reports including Procurement Tracker, BAF Tracker, Asset Register & Fleet Tracker 
• Use SCI SharePoint platform to archive all Supply Chain documents 
• Use the SharePoint information management platform to record all documents and ensure all relevant and most updated information are available at any time within the platform.

Coach and build up the capacity of SCI Staff and Supply Chain Function (10%)

• Provide coaching and support to SCI staff in matters related to Supply Chain Management. 
• Provide coaching and support to Supply Chain colleague 

The post-holder will comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child guarding, code of conduct, Anti-harassment, fraud, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities.

Ambition:

• widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

Collaboration:

• builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters

Creativity:

• develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

Integrity:

• honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• University degree in logistics, supply chain, industrial engineering, or any relevant field of study or equivalent experience.
• Good communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate, work in and contribute to team building environment 

Computer literacy including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Understanding and commitment to Save the Children aims, values and principles

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, preferably withing humanitarian organizations sector
• Fluency in Arabic and English – written and verbal.
• Strong organization and negotiation skills and good attention to details.

The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
· All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
· Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.