Supply Chain Officer at African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a Network of public health training institutions in Africa that seeks to strengthen manpower to enhance health systems on the continent.
- AFENET is a not-for-profit organization which works closely with Ministries of Health in member countries to develop sustainable programs and capacity to strengthen field.
Position Description:
The Supply Chain Officer will coordinate the pharmaceutical and medical supplies forecasting, orders, storage, distribution, monitoring and management for the SARMAAN II project during the pre- implementation, implementation, and post implementation according to established protocols and standards.
- This role is instrumental in ensuring accountable storage and distribution of Azithromycin and related medical supplies, and treatment of children with Azithromycin.
He / She will collaborate with the State Primary Healthcare Board, the State Chapter of the National Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), the Consortium’s overall Supply Chain Management partner and other relevant agencies at the state level.
- He / She will track the delivery, storage and utilization of Azithromycin and other commodities across all the implementing LGAs in Zamfara state, working closely with the contracted Third-Party Logistics Provider (3PL).
- The Supply Chain Officer will provide oversight functions and technical support to the Immunization Officer, Logistics Working Group, and Cold Chain Officer in Zamfara state on supply chain management for the Azithromycin bottles, dose pole/stadiometer, and other medical supplies/commodities for the SARMAAN II project to ensure seamless integration into the Polio immunization activities.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Roles will include but are not limited to:
Coordinate the ordering, storage, distribution and monitoring of Azithromycin, other necessary medical supplies and commodities for the SARMAAN II project during all project phases: pre- implementation, implementation, and post-implementation.
- Serve as the liaison to coordinate with the Consortium’s Supply chain management partners to ensure timely ordering, delivery, storage, and distribution of Azithromycin across project warehouses in the state.
- Develop and implement supply chain monitoring plans aligned to project standards to track and control the flow of commodities, ensuring transparency and accountability in the distribution process.
Qualification & work experience required:
Masters’s degree in relevant supply chain management or a related field.
License or certifications in supply chain management
- Minimum of Five (5) years’ relevant experience in supply chain management with International Non-Governmental Organization especially in the health sector preferred
- Experience in implementation of mass drug or vaccination campaigns in the human health sector
- Experience in procurement and logistic inventory to last mile delivery
- Proficiency in the use of logistic management system tools and other inventory software packages
Required skills & competencies:
Ability to work with government and implementing partners for project implementation
Ability to identify and flag problems in a dynamic project environment.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Attention to detail in project planning and execution.
- Proactive, with positive problem-solving approach and attention to detail
- Good interpersonal and team working skills
- Fluency in English and effective communication skills
Demonstrated experience working with a high performing team
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc)
Deadline: Feb 13 2026
How to Apply
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