Emergency Response Roster - Supply Chain Manager

With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:
International Assignment (WVI – Paid via GCLA)
• Fixed Term

Job Description:

Country location to be determined based on response. Please submit your Cover Letter and CV in English.

Children’s lives can change in an instant in the wake of war, disasters and humanitarian emergencies. We see how vulnerable they are and how much they need our protection.

Applying to our roster is not for immediate employment. Acceptance to our Emergency Response Roster pre-qualifies you to work or deploy with us in future responses.

Here s where you come in:

As a Supply Chain Manager in a response, you will manage the logistics, supply chain and fleet management operations and ensure that WVI has the appropriate logistics and support structures in place to respond effectively and efficiently.

The role requires a thorough experienced and understanding of end-to-end supply chain management of emergency context logistics processes including procurement, logistics, importation, warehousing and transport processes. The logistics and Emergency supply chain manager will be responsible for the management of staff, contracts and will be required to engage with external partners.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to ensure the process is followed resulting in accountability in all aspects of the supply chain.

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies and plans to support WV’s large-scale disaster response operations.
• Establish & lead the response’s emergency supply chain department, developing the strategy and establishing the team, systems, processes, facilities, supplies and relationships required to undertake its responsibilities within the response.
• Coordinate with program managers, logistics partners, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with program objectives.
• Actively participate in the Response Senior Management/ Leadership team meetings.

• Lead procurement processes for essential relief items and services including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, contracting, and vendor management.
• Provide supply chain technical support and guidance to Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) program when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with WVI GSCM procurement policies, Provision system, donor requirements, and relevant regulations.
• Ensure wise implementation of any activated waiver under EMR 01 Emergency Financial and Supply Chain Procedures.

• Manage logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution of relief supplies.
• Manage the risk and efficiency of internationally procured items, accepting GIK and local procurement.
• Coordinate with transport providers, customs authorities, and other partners to facilitate the timely delivery of humanitarian aid.

• Oversee inventory management systems to track and monitor the movement of relief items throughout the supply chain.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting on inventory levels, including stock status and distribution.
• Oversee the management of the fleet, ensuring optimal utilization of vehicles and fuel in cost-effectiveness ways considering the environmental stewardship wherever possible.
• Develop and implement protocols for safe and efficient delivery of aid, considering factors like route optimization, driver safety, and vehicle maintenance.
• Oversee the management of the response's vehicle fleet, including maintenance, repairs, and fuel management.
• Provide oversight of vehicle tracking systems to monitor vehicle movements and enhance fleet visibility.

• Collaborate with other humanitarian actors, government agencies, and local partners to ensure…