Project Management Specialist (Health – Supply Chain)

Job Description

Company

Local Company

Location

Yaoundé, Cameroon

Job Type

Full-time

Position Title

Project Management Specialist (Health – Supply Chain)

Salary Range

CFA 24,252,608 – CFA 38,919,427 per annum (FSN-11 equivalent)

Contract Duration

Approximately 5 years (subject to funding availability and performance)

Eligibility

Open to candidates eligible to work in Cameroon

Security Requirement

Regional Security Office Clearance

Job Summary

The Project Management Specialist (Supply Chain) provides strategic, technical, and programmatic support in health logistics and supply chain management. The role involves advising stakeholders, managing programs, and strengthening national health supply chain systems in collaboration with government bodies, partners, and international organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

• Serve as COR/AOR or Activity Manager for health supply chain programs
• Ensure financial and programmatic oversight of projects
• Conduct site visits and provide recommendations for improved efficiency

Technical Guidance & Leadership

• Provide expertise in supply chain systems and health logistics
• Support forecasting, procurement, and planning activities
• Guide policy formulation and system improvements
• Coordinate with stakeholders to strengthen supply chain operations

Representation & Reporting

• Represent the organization in technical meetings and working groups
• Collaborate with donors, government agencies, and partners
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing documents
• Support planning and reporting processes

Coordination & Collaboration

• Work with interagency partners and health programs
• Support procurement and monitoring of health commodities
• Participate in workshops and advisory forums

Supervision

• Reports to Supply Chain and Governance Advisor
• No supervisory responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Master’s Degree in Public Health, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Epidemiology, or related field

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or related health programs
Experience working with NGOs, donors, or development partners preferred

Language

Fluent in English and local business language (written and spoken)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities
• Ability to work independently and within teams
• Knowledge of health supply chain systems
• Proficiency in tools like Excel, SPSS, STATA, R or similar

Evaluation Criteria

• Work Experience – 20%
• Job Knowledge – 40%
• Skills & Abilities – 40%
  Total: 100 Points

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Annual and sick leave
• Salary increase (if applicable)
• Annual bonus
• Social security contributions
• Paid holidays

Allowances

• Meal allowance
• Miscellaneous allowance

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• The organization reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process
• Candidates must comply with local tax regulations

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