Why Choose IntraHealth

At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. Program officers, finance experts, and technical leaders. We are passionate and diverse. And we’re united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.

For almost 40 years in over 100 countries, IntraHealth has partnered with local communities to make sure health workers are present where they’re needed most, ready to do the job, connected to the technology they need, and safe to do their very best work.

Our programs are designed with a deep understanding of and appreciation for the context of human rights, gender equality and discrimination, economic empowerment, and changing populations. And the longstanding relationships we’ve built with government agencies, private-sector partners, and members of civil society make our efforts stronger and more effective.

IntraHealth International Tanzania Office is implementing a five-year project (2016 -2021) named Tohara Plus Project for “Accelerating the Scale-up of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) for HIV prevention for Maximum Public  Health Impact in the United Republic of Tanzania, under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)”. This project is funded by PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

IntraHealth International Tanzania office is soliciting applications from suitable candidate to fill in the Supply Chain Assistant Position for IntraHealth Tohara Plus Project. The position will be based in Kagera.

Join us and together we can make lasting changes in global health—for all of us

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibility of the Supply Chain Assistant is to provide a supply service (including receiving, processing, storage, and delivery) of medical and non-medical consumables of IntraHealth. S/he will report directly to the Administrative and Operations Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•  Count stock levels in the IntraHealth’s Stock areas and produce reports.
• Pick and pack Stock for distribution to VMMC static and outreach sites
• Keep the IntraHealth Stock areas organized, tidy and correctly labeled.
• Liaise regularly with the department managers in regards to their Stock needs.
• Inventory, Receiving and Delivery
• Unpack, check, label, split into delivery units and store all stock and other items as directed.
• Ensure stock rotation.
• Checking stock regularly at VMMC sites and ensure proper stock documentation
• Obtain confirmation signatures where necessary.
• Receive, accept and unload all deliveries.
• Monitoring stocks levels and establish reorder levels and keep updated stock bin card.
• Tracking of items from warehouse to service delivery point.
• Overseeing arrival of shipments, supervise off-loading.
• Provide assistance and advice on stock issues to all IntraHealth management and staff.
• Participate in on-going quality improvement and accreditation activities as required;
• Performs duties in accordance with IntraHealth policies, guidelines, and relevant legislation.

 EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Advance diploma in Logistics , materials management or business administration.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in a related field

 ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Proven skill in working successfully in a highly organized and systematic manner in a Service focused and busy environment.

• Good written & verbal communication skills including the use of e-mail.
• At least 1-2 years’ experience in warehousing and/or logistics.
• Proven understanding of “just in time” and min/max stock control principles.
• Proven ability to use initiative, self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Proven commitment to providing an efficient, helpful and friendly service to customers.
• Proven ability to successfully undertake complex tasks and meet deadlines

Competence:

• Effective Communication (Oral and Written) - Understands effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors

• Problem Solving -  Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving operational or process problems; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

• Interpersonal Relationships - Knowledge of and the ability to effectively interact within and across Divisions, Departments/Country Offices in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Managing Multiple Priorities - Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritization and time allocation.

Summary of Benefits:

IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package.  We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.

IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.  This is also to include inquiry about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.