Supply Chain Manager At Catholic Relief Services

As the newest country in the world, South Sudan continues to struggle amidst the challenges that accompany the complex process of nation-building. The 2018 Peace Agreement has brought hope that South Sudan will transition from a protracted crisis to long-term development programming, but the implementation of the agreement has been slow. CRS country program in South Sudan includes Food Security, Livelihoods, Nutrition, WASH, Emergency Response, Health, Peacebuilding and Microfinance, supported by WFP, USAID, EU and emergency funding from CRS, LDS, and other Caritas member organizations.
Job Summary:
You will plan, manage, and provide technical and operational oversight of supply chain activities – including procurement, logistics, transportation, and warehousing – to ensure effective and efficient delivery of goods and cash and voucher assistance (CVA) to the poor and vulnerable. Your knowledge and expe rience will allow you to anticipate and manage supply chain needs and challenges, and introduce improvement solutions, as you apply the principles of stewardship, integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Required Languages – English.
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%, at times to remote field locations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent planning, coordination, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to make independent judgment and decisions.
• Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics.
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated capacity to live and work in remote and insecure field locations with basic amenities and few or no other international staff and adhere a strict curfew and movement restrictions.
• Significant experience managing food commodities and health products for USAID, WFP, and other donors is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, other relevant Masters strongly, or equivalent experience strongly preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus.
• Strong knowledge of CVA, food assistance and health programming and operational requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if none, state none): Direct supervision of Procurement Manager, Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager and Accounts Officer.
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Head of Programming, Deputy Head of Programming, Chiefs of Party, Country Finance Manager, Country Human Resources Manager, Country Information and Communication Technology Manager, Senior Operations Manager, Security Manager and regional and headquarter operational leadership and advisors.
External: Caritas Internationalis member organizations, UN agencies (FAO, WFP, WHO, UNICEF, IOM and UNFPA), Logistics Cluster, vendors, national and international partners, and national, state, and local authorities.
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or other relevant degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in supply chain/logistics/procurement management with progressive responsibilities, preferably with relief supply chain management.
• Knowledge of and experience with various public donors’ regulations. Understanding of the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR), WHO regulations and Generally Accepted Commodity Accountability Principles (GACAP).
• Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation and common customs regulations.
• Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
• Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
? Integrity
? Continuous Improvement & Innovation
? Builds Relationships
? Develops Talent
? Strategic Mindset
? Accountability & Stewardship
*Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
*Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibiliti es associated with the position.*** Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination. CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable adults – to live free from abuse and harm. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.