Technical Officer - Stock Pre Positioning

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. Established in 1980, FHI 360 operates in more than 60 countries and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The organization focuses on various sectors including health, education, and economic development, and is committed to ensuring that all individuals have access to the resources they need to thrive. FHI 360 emphasizes collaboration with local partners and communities to create sustainable change and improve health outcomes globally.

Job Overview:
The Technical Officer - Stock Pre Positioning will play a crucial role in the EpiC Global Health security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security project in Mozambique, which aims to enhance the country's capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats. This position involves supporting the implementation of activities related to emergency preparedness commodities and outbreak response logistics. The officer will work closely with various stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health (MISAU), provincial authorities, and other partners, to ensure that critical outbreak response commodities are effectively quantified, procured, tracked, and deployed. The role requires a proactive approach to operational readiness and the ability to manage logistics efficiently to respond to public health emergencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Technical Officer will be responsible for several key areas:

• Emergency Commodity Planning and Quantification: Support quantification exercises for priority outbreak response commodities, assist in defining commodity requirements for public health threats, and contribute to the development of quantification tools.
• Commodity Tracking and Operational Readiness: Establish systems for tracking emergency response commodities, monitor stock levels and expiry dates, and maintain inventory records.
• Stock Positioning and Emergency Deployment: Support the positioning and movement of emergency commodities, assist in planning commodity deployment during outbreaks, and track commodity utilization.
• Coordination and Capacity Strengthening: Collaborate with MISAU, INS, RTC, and project teams, participate in technical working groups, and support training on emergency commodity management.
• Documentation: Document lessons learned and recommendations for future improvements in emergency preparedness and response.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess moderate knowledge of stock positioning and emergency deployment concepts, practices, and procedures. They should have the ability to develop scopes of work for partners and demonstrate understanding of political and ethical issues in public health. Strong organizational and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Candidates should be able to analyze data, identify errors, and prepare reports effectively. Problem-solving skills and the ability to implement corrective actions are also required.

Educational Background:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in public health, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Health Systems Management, Emergency Management, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred, indicating a higher level of expertise and understanding of the complexities involved in public health and emergency management.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least four years of relevant experience in public health, emergency preparedness, outbreak response, logistics, or supply chain management. Previous experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company is essential. Experience supporting government health systems, particularly in Mozambique, and managing health commodities or emergency supplies is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as it is the primary language of communication within the organization and with international partners. Proficiency in Portuguese is also highly beneficial, given the local context of Mozambique and the need to communicate effectively with local stakeholders and authorities.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Maputo, Mozambique, and may require travel approximately 55% - 60% of the time. The expected hiring salary range for this role is USD 34,000 - 43,000 annually, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. FHI 360 offers a competitive benefits package and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization adheres to strict safeguarding policies to prevent abuse and exploitation in its programs.