The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, working in over 40 countries to provide appropriate assistance and protection to refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, returnees, people on the move, and vulnerable local populations/host communities. DRC is currently seeking a highly qualified Supply Chain Officer based in Guasdualiuto, Apure State, Venezuela.
About the job:
DRC is managing its operations in Venezuela, under the direction of the country office in Caracas and three field offices located in the states of Sucre, Apure, and Zulia. DRC Venezuela is implementing activities such as protection monitoring, legal assistance, individual protection assistance for people with disabilities, information sessions for proof of identity (PoC), prevention of human trafficking, rehabilitation of health infrastructure, and food security.
Job description/purpose:
The Supply Chain Officer is responsible for all procurement of goods and services, warehousing, transportation of goods and people, vehicle fleet management and general logistical support to the overall program in Apure in accordance with the internal framework of the Danish Refugee Council – DRC and the regulations imposed by the donors.
Responsibilities:
SHOPPING
- Ensure compliance with the purchasing processes required for the proper functioning of DRC’s operations in Apure.
- Direct collaboration with program teams for local planning of purchasing and logistics needs for DRC programs in Apure.
- Generate tracking and traceability of purchase requests.
- Validate the documentary integrity of the processes according to the donors’ requirements.
- Contact with suppliers for quotes and local purchase evaluations.
- Direct communication with suppliers related to the delivery of inputs in DRC programs.
- Follow-up on returns or claims with suppliers.
- Preparation of payment requests for processing by DRC Finance teams.
- Any other task assigned by the Line Manager / Technician.
LOGISTICS
- Ensure the timely delivery of the requested materials, taking into account the processes and times established by DRC.
- Control, registration and monitoring of fixed assets managed in the local office.
- Perform inventories and maintain detailed control of the general inventory of DRC.
- Ensure the management of general services for work teams (accommodation, staff, visitors, offices, storage places and security).
- Implement processes for registration, control, monitoring and verification of program elements assigned to staff and office logistics personnel.
- In collaboration with the Supply Chain Team Leader, support the induction of office staff on DRC processes.
- Any other task assigned by the Line Manager / Technician.
WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
- Verify that all old and new assets are correctly registered and labeled.
- Manage the inventory of office supplies and consumables.
- Monitor and manage stock according to DRC storage procedures.
- Prepare and review all monthly inventory movement reports before submitting them to the Supply Chain Officer for validation.
- Collection or delivery of goods.
- Ensure that all items in the warehouse are correctly stored, stacked, and accurately accounted for at all times.
LOTA MANAGEMENT
- Ensure compliance with DRC fleet management processes in Apure, Venezuela.
- Ensure the availability of vehicles for program operations.
- Monitor the use and consumption of the transport service at the local office.
ADMINISTRATION
- Participate and assist in the implementation of the ERP (DRC Dynamics).
- Collaboration with the finance unit for the correct registration of the supply chain.
- Coordination with the finance unit for the timely execution of payments.
- Drafting contracts and framework agreements for local operations.
Experience and technical skills:
- At least 2 years of work experience with an international NGO in a similar role.
- A vocation for service.
- Focus on detail.
- Self-organization capacity.
- Motivation for working in the humanitarian sector.
- Service orientation to programs.
- Knowledge of ERP systems for purchasing.
- Advanced handling of OneDrive, MS Word, Excel and Adobe PDF.
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving orientation.
- Ability to work under uncertainty.
Education (Include certificates, licenses)
Professional with 2 years of experience, relevant University Degree in logistics and/or supply chain management or equivalent professional qualification.
Languages:
Fluency in English (Desirable) written and spoken
We offer:
- The opportunity to belong to one of the best NGOs worldwide.
- Access to over 1,000 free online training courses and certificates.
- Contract duration: subject to budget availability.
- Salary: Band H.
- HCM insurance fully covered by the organization.
DRC Core Competencies:
- Achieving excellence : focusing on achieving results and ensuring efficient processes.
- Collaboration: involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the initiative : taking ownership and initiative while seeking innovation.
- Communicate: listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstration of integrity :
Application process: All applicants must upload a cover letter (max. 1 page) and an updated CV ( max. 2 pages, no supporting documents ) in Spanish to the DRC job platform. Applications submitted by email will not be considered.
Application deadline : Sunday, November 15th at 11:59 pm Local Time. Please note that applications will be reviewed continuously and interviews will be scheduled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. DRC reserves the right to close the vacancy before the deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
Approximate start date: November 2026
How to apply
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