Logistics Assistant
Support logistics for malaria control and supply management
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Overview
Support logistics for malaria control and supply management
You have:
- At least secondary school graduate, bachelor's degree is preferred.
- At least 3 years experiences as logistics assistant/storekeeper, preferably in health sector.
- Knowledge and skill on supply chain management.
- Good computer skills including knowledge on use of MS Office including Excel.
- Able and willing to travel to remote areas.
- Ability to communicate in English and excellent knowledge of Myanmar.
Contract
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ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING
Malaria Team, WHO Myanmar has been supporting in planning and implementing malaria control/elimination programme. Malaria control programme embarked to malaria elimination in 2016 with the aim to to eliminate P. falciparum malaria by 2023 and all human malaria by 2030. WHO is implementing donor funds through supporting field staff to the national programme at various locations.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management is a key component for planning and implementation of key malaria interventions to achieve malaria elimination. To strengthen the procurement and supply chain management of malaria commodities and logistics and capacity building, WHO is to field ‘Logistics Assistant’ to programme. The Logistics Assistant will be supported by extrabudgetary sources.The incumbents will work under the direct supervision of Scientist (Malaria Control) and overall guidance of the WHO Representative to Myanmar, and in close collaboration with the programme to perform the following tasks mentioned in the section below. The positions are initially for one-year 2022. The extension for 2023 is contingent to performance and successful acquisition of funds beyond 2022.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under direct supervision of Scientist (Malaria Control) and general guidance by WHO Representative to Myanmar the incumbent will work with officials to perform the following tasks:
Storage, inventory and distribution
- Assist the logistics focal person from Central Vector Borne Disease Control (VBDC) Program in proper storage, distribution and inventory of malaria drugs and commodities.
- Work with logistics focal person from Central VBDC Program to track the delivery of malaria drugs and commodities from Central to State/Regional and to Townships. Prepare tracking reports every quarter.
Coordination and reporting
- The incumbent will closely coordinate with WHO Scientist (Malaria Control) to receive timely technical guidance to support the National Malaria Control Programme.
- The incumbent will submit a monthly work and travel plan and activity report or any other report as required to officials and WHO Scientist (Malaria Control).
- Submit monthly activity report and quarterly assignment report to WHO Malaria Unit with copy to officials. The report shall in a format and substance that will be outlined by WHO Malaria Unit.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
WORK RELATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS
The malaria team is working closely with programme and other partners supporting malaria control and elimination activities. The incumbent is expected to have working skills in a team and communication skills to manage the partnership. Most importantly the incumbent needs to work closely with the WHO team members, National and other Field Project Coordinators, Data Assistants and officials.
IMPACT OF FUNCTIONS
The function plays a key role with respect to the clients served through the delivery of technical support on procurement and supply chain management and reporting in a collaborative approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Essential: At least secondary school graduate; bachelor’s degree is preferable.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Experience
- At least 3 years experiences as logistics assistant/storekeeper, preferably in health sector.
- Knowledge and skill on supply chain management
- Must have good computer skills including knowledge on use of MS Office including Excel
- Able and willing to travel to remote areas where activities supported by projects.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to communicate in English and Excellent knowledge of Myanmar
COMPETENCIES
- Communicating in a credible and effective way
- Producing results
- Knowing and managing yourself
- Teamwork
- Ensuring effective use of resources
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- This Vacancy Notice may be used to fill similar positions at the same level.
- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test and interviews will be used as a form of screening
WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
- WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
- This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
- In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you faced a challenge in logistics management? | This question assesses problem-solving and critical thinking skills in logistics management. | Provide a specific example of a challenge, your approach to resolving it, and the outcome. |
| How do you prioritize tasks in a logistics role? | This question evaluates your organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with supply chain management systems. What tools have you used? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you improved a logistics process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure effective communication with your team and partners? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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