UNICEF works globally to promote and protect the rights of every child, focusing on equity and inclusion. The organization aims to ensure that all children—especially the most disadvantaged—have equal opportunities to survive, develop, and reach their full potential.
In Zimbabwe, UNICEF supports national development aligned with Vision 2030, focusing on equitable access to education, health, and protection services.
Zimbabwe faces significant challenges affecting children and adolescents, particularly girls, including:
- High rates of child marriage and early pregnancy
- School dropouts due to financial hardship and social factors
- Limited access to health, education, and protection services
Efficient supply chain systems are critical to ensuring delivery of essential goods and services that support UNICEF programmes and national systems.
The Supply and Logistics Specialist will lead and manage supply chain operations for UNICEF Zimbabwe, ensuring effective delivery of goods, services, and construction works supporting programme outcomes for children.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supply Chain Management & Service Delivery
- Plan and oversee end-to-end supply chain operations
- Develop procurement strategies and manage contracts
- Ensure timely customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution
- Monitor KPIs and address bottlenecks through data analysis
- Maintain high standards of integrity, accountability, and efficiency
2. Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Develop and implement emergency logistics strategies
- Ensure readiness through stock prepositioning and agreements (LTAs)
- Participate in coordination mechanisms and logistics clusters
3. Programme Collaboration
- Work closely with programme teams to align supply strategies
- Support proposal development, donor engagement, and budgeting
- Collaborate with implementing partners and monitor supply components
4. Government & Partner Support
- Provide technical advisory support on national supply systems
- Strengthen supply chain capacity within government institutions
- Promote sustainable and efficient national logistics systems
5. Innovation & Market Development
- Support rollout of innovative supply solutions
- Promote best practices and efficiency improvements
- Contribute to local market development initiatives
6. UN Volunteer Contribution
- Promote volunteerism within the assignment
- Participate in UNV activities and reporting
- Contribute knowledge-sharing and community engagement
Requirements
Education
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Economics, Procurement, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree + internationally recognized professional certification
Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in:
- Supply chain management
- Procurement and contracting
- Logistics and operations
- Experience in development or humanitarian settings required
Languages
- Fluent English (required)
Volunteer Living Allowance: currently US$ 3,820 to US$ 4,270
UN Volunteers serve full-time in their professional expertise, supported by a benefits package, including a monthly living allowance to ensure a secure standard of living at their duty stations. These allowances are not intended as compensation, reward, or salary for the volunteer's service.
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