Supply Chain Consultant
Quick answer
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is hiring an in-office Supply Chain Consultant in Zambia to lead forecast accuracy initiatives and optimize distribution logistics for reproductive health supplies.
- Role
- Supply Chain Consultant
- Organization
- United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
- Location
- Zambia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking a consultant to provide technical support to the Ministry of Health in Zambia to improve supply chain forecasting and last-mile distribution for reproductive health commodities. The role involves institutionalizing forecast accuracy tools, coordinating high-level steering committee meetings, and providing logistics support for drought and Ebola emergency responses. Additionally, the consultant will conduct cost-benefit analyses to optimize distribution models from central warehouses to service delivery points. This consultancy focuses on enhancing the efficiency of health commodity delivery to ensure maternal health and family planning goals are met.
What you'll do
- Integrate the forecast accuracy tool into the Ministry of Health's standard operating procedures.
- Provide technical and logistical support for the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Steering Committee.
- Formulate and implement contingency distribution plans for drought and Ebola emergency responses.
- Conduct financial and operational modeling to evaluate last-mile distribution costs.
- Develop a comprehensive roadmap for the sustainability of supply chain forecasting tools.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years experience or Master’s degree with 2+ years experience in Supply Chain, Public Health, or Business.
- Proven expertise in Reproductive Health Commodity security programming.
- Demonstrated experience in supply chain costing and forecast accuracy modeling.
- Experience coordinating high-level technical meetings for government officials.
- Proven track record in providing logistical support for epidemic preparedness.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
UNFPA promotes equal opportunities and a work environment reflecting values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and healthy work-life balance.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Zambia and requires working within the Ministry of Health's supply chain teams.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job description does not explicitly specify the compensation for this consultancy position.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must hold either a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with at least 2 years of similar experience in logistics, supply chain, or public health.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided text does not specify an application deadline or a direct link; please consult the official UNFPA recruitment portal for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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