Director, Assets and Warehouses

The incumbent is responsible for leading the Fund’s asset and inventory management functions to ensure optimal resource utilization, accurate record‑keeping, and full compliance with accounting and regulatory requirements. The role focuses on governing the asset lifecycle, enhancing the efficiency of storage and distribution operations, and implementing effective control measures that minimize waste and operational risks. This contributes to asset sustainability, business continuity, and the establishment of a highly reliable and transparent operating environment.

• Lead the development and implementation of detailed procedures for receiving, classifying, storing, and issuing materials, consumables, and assets to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with Fund policies.
• Oversee the deployment of advanced inventory management systems such as ERP, WMS, and RFID technologies to ensure real‑time tracking and data accuracy.
• Oversee the maintenance of safe, organized, and accessible storage areas to minimize damage, loss, or operational delays.
• Lead the disposal of damaged, expired, or excess materials in accordance with approved procedures and audit requirements.
• Strengthen integration with Finance and Procurement to ensure institutional compliance with inventory policies.
• Direct and execute periodic and surprise audits to verify compliance and provide clear reporting to senior management.
• Promote a culture of integrity and fraud prevention through enhanced controls and operational team awareness.
• Build an integrated digital ecosystem linking inventory management with financial systems, supply chain platforms, and logistics operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including process enhancement, standardization, and digitization to strengthen operational efficiency.
• Leverage feedback from field teams to improve policies and ensure practical applicability.
• Support conflict resolution related to supply, returns, or discrepancies in collaboration with Procurement and Finance.
• Strengthen collaboration with end‑users to ensure effective material utilization and fulfillment of operational needs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
• Transfer knowledge and best practices to operational teams to ensure standardized procedures and improved performance.
• Stay updated on global best practices such as JIT and ABC analysis and apply them when relevant.
• Support institutional transformation initiatives through process improvement, simplification, and standardization.
• Strengthen integration between the Assets & Warehouses function and other departments to ensure an efficient and transparent operational flow.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Years of experience: +9 years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or supply chain management.
• Skills: Employee Empowerment, Effective Leadership, Administrative Support, Logistics Management, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement.