Warehousing and Distribution Design Specialist at UNOPS

The role of the Federal & State Warehousing and Distribution Design Consultant encompasses the following key aspects:

• Ensure integrated warehousing and distribution concept for health products across all the programmes (HIV, TB, Malaria, Vaccines, Family Planning etc),
• Lead in the design and implementation of Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) models for the Warehouse in a box projects in Abuja and Lagos, and the integrated Zonal level warehouses,
• Lead in the implementation of an integrated distribution network across all disease programs following a step wise approach, starting with already existing projects under implementation,
• Identify opportunities to mobilize and pool resources required for the PPP operationalization,
• Ensure seamless coordination with the other team leads,
• Map & design future operating model,
• Run design workshops and field visits to harness best practices (e.g. HIV SCMS, SFH MDS,  TB FLD, Malaria, RMNCH delivery models, Vaccines etc.),
• Define Abuja/Lagos PPP design (building on good working models already active in Nigeria),
• Support the collection and analyses data and disseminate findings for decision making,
• Fast mapping of Abuja & Lagos Zonal hubs demand, supply and supply chain policy data to support RFP process for PPP,
• Gather data on locations/routes, products, volumes, costs, contracts, people, organisation, capability, capacity, facility conditions,
• Define PPP funding mechanisms with PR DG Leadership &  Donor input (how Federal Govt., States and donors pay for the PPP and how it might transition over time),
• Define PPP RF process and run the selection with Donors an GoN,
• Review and lead implementation of activity plans including active risk management.

Technical Competencies:

• Organization & Planning: Ability to handle multiple tasks and recognize priorities, working within tight deadlines,
• Computer skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook; Word and Excel with knowledge of Power Point desirable, Internet research, 
• Project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors,
• knowledge/sensitivity on local social, political, economic realities and dynamics in order to use appropriate influencing and dialogue strategies; Ability to share this information with others, generating a common interest and team working dynamics around this issue; tailor management strategy accordingly and adjust the management response to challenges and problems arising.

Core Competencies:

• Personal Effectiveness: Proactively find innovative and creative solutions, be efficient and reliable, adapt to change and uncertainty, be decisive and act with integrity,
• Working with Others: Build effective internal and external relationships, involve others to solve problems and treat others with consideration and respect,
• Core Expertise: Passion for building and developing core skills for the role and contribute knowledge outside of their immediate role,
• People Leadership: Effectively motivate, influence and develop others, drive high performance, inspire people by leading by example.

Essential

• Within 10-15 years’ experience in designing and managing supply chain in a developing country context with emphasis on warehousing and distribution management at a large scale e.g. national or large Private business,
• Extensive knowledge and experience working in most geographical zones of Nigeria,
• High level of planning and organization skills,
• Reliable, innovative, and service-oriented team member with strong interpersonal skills,
• Excellent written and oral communication skills both with internal and external audiences,
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• 5 years in managing Public Private Partnerships in health care setting,
• Training in Logistics Management,
• Strong knowledge of African health supply chain systems, stakeholders and networks.