EXCITING CAREER

Food for the Hungry (FH/U) is a Christian international relief and development organization that has been working in Uganda since 1989. FH is currently operating programs in Asia, Latin America and Africa with support offices in the UK, Canada, Switzerland, United States of America and Japan. FH’s primary goal is to end all forms of poverty World-wide. FH promotes practice of performance, accountability, and risk management in line with FH’s “Transforming Field Experience (TFE)” re-imagination initiative. In Uganda, FH is operational in the Districts of Adjumani, Kitgum, Lamwo, Kween, Mbale, Namutumba and Amudat Districts implementing programs in four main sectors of Education; Food Security and Livelihoods; Health/Nutrition and Disaster Risk Reduction; with the Head office located in Kampala.

FH Culture:

All we do, and how we do it, seeks to promote God’s beauty, goodness, and truth in a broken world. As such, we are defined by our ability to make people’s lives measurably better; our ability to deliver impact is the measure of our collective success. For we know that we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God has already prepared in advance for us to do. At Food for the Hungry, we operate under a set of values called Heartbeat Values.

EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

FH/Uganda is actively seeking for qualified candidates committed to its Heartbeat and Corporate Strategy to fill the career openings below on a rolling basis;

1. Job Title: Logistics & Procurement Coordinator (01 position)

Position Type: Full Time National Staff

Location: Kampala

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Contract Length: 2 years (fixed)

Start Date: July 2023 (To be shortlisted on rolling basis)

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Logistics Manager, the Logistics and Procurement Coordinator will bring additional leadership & oversight responsibilities in the procurement space as well as sharing the load of handling high profile/complex procurements with the Logistics Manager. The Logistics and Procurement Coordinator will also be expected to take on some of the responsibilities of the Logistics Manager in the procurement space and also act as the second in command for the Logistics Manager overseeing the entire portfolio (procurement, admin, and fleet, and IT) when out of office. They will also represent the logistics department on key operational forums as needed. Support the Regional Logistics Officers to conduct timely procurement of quality goods, services and works that comply with the required specifications while upholding Food for the Hungry’s procurement policy and procedures while maintaining high level of accountability and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Key Result #1– Procurement Planning and Management

Key Result #2 – Sourcing and Vendor Management

Key Result #3 Contract Management and Monitoring

Job Level Specifications

  • Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage multiple activities with attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Excellent problem-solving capacity, with demonstrated ability for considerable analysis and sound judgment to find solutions in a complex environment with shifting and competing priorities.
  • Sound public and negotiation skills along with business acumen coupled with attention to details, maturity in decision making and time management skills
  • Be highly proactive with personal initiative and drive, honest with a high level of integrity; a team-player with a positive attitude and good planning skills
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills demonstrated by ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff, stakeholders, clients and consultants.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Ability to work and deliver well under pressure and in response to changing needs.
  • Advanced Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, power point, and electronic mail).
  • Vibrant personal relationship with Christ and studies, understands and applies FH Foundational Principles and Vision and Mission
  • Maintains an attitude in accordance with FH values, behaviors and mindsets.
  • Experience in people management with skills and knowledge on coaching, mentoring and delivering training to teams
  • Good written and spoken English.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management
  • Professional Qualification/Certification such as Graduate Diploma in Purchasing & Supply Management – CIPS or equivalent.
  • A relevant Post Graduate Qualification or Masters in Procurement or any related business profession will be an added advantage
  • Minimum 5-7 years in procurement and logistics management experience within an INGO environment is required or related field
  • Minimum 3 years in a busy procurement and logistics department an INGO environment is required
  • Thorough knowledge of donor requirements (DFID, USAID) contractual, procurement and reporting requirements required.

Language Skills

  • Proficient in English. Knowledge of local language is added advantage EXCITING CAREER

    Food for the Hungry (FH/U) is a Christian international relief and development organization that has been working in Uganda since 1989. FH is currently operating programs in Asia, Latin America and Africa with support offices in the UK, Canada, Switzerland, United States of America and Japan. FH’s primary goal is to end all forms of poverty World-wide. FH promotes practice of performance, accountability, and risk management in line with FH’s “Transforming Field Experience (TFE)” re-imagination initiative. In Uganda, FH is operational in the Districts of Adjumani, Kitgum, Lamwo, Kween, Mbale, Namutumba and Amudat Districts implementing programs in four main sectors of Education; Food Security and Livelihoods; Health/Nutrition and Disaster Risk Reduction; with the Head office located in Kampala.

    FH Culture:

    All we do, and how we do it, seeks to promote God’s beauty, goodness, and truth in a broken world. As such, we are defined by our ability to make people’s lives measurably better; our ability to deliver impact is the measure of our collective success. For we know that we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God has already prepared in advance for us to do. At Food for the Hungry, we operate under a set of values called Heartbeat Values.

    EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    FH/Uganda is actively seeking for qualified candidates committed to its Heartbeat and Corporate Strategy to fill the career openings below on a rolling basis;

    1. Job Title: Logistics & Procurement Coordinator (01 position)

    Position Type: Full Time National Staff

    Location: Kampala

    Reports to: Logistics Manager

    Contract Length: 2 years (fixed)

    Start Date: July 2023 (To be shortlisted on rolling basis)

    Job Summary

    Under the supervision of the Logistics Manager, the Logistics and Procurement Coordinator will bring additional leadership & oversight responsibilities in the procurement space as well as sharing the load of handling high profile/complex procurements with the Logistics Manager. The Logistics and Procurement Coordinator will also be expected to take on some of the responsibilities of the Logistics Manager in the procurement space and also act as the second in command for the Logistics Manager overseeing the entire portfolio (procurement, admin, and fleet, and IT) when out of office. They will also represent the logistics department on key operational forums as needed. Support the Regional Logistics Officers to conduct timely procurement of quality goods, services and works that comply with the required specifications while upholding Food for the Hungry’s procurement policy and procedures while maintaining high level of accountability and integrity.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Key Result #1– Procurement Planning and Management

    Key Result #2 – Sourcing and Vendor Management

    Key Result #3 Contract Management and Monitoring

    Job Level Specifications

  • Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team, assess priorities, and manage multiple activities with attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Excellent problem-solving capacity, with demonstrated ability for considerable analysis and sound judgment to find solutions in a complex environment with shifting and competing priorities.
  • Sound public and negotiation skills along with business acumen coupled with attention to details, maturity in decision making and time management skills
  • Be highly proactive with personal initiative and drive, honest with a high level of integrity; a team-player with a positive attitude and good planning skills
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills demonstrated by ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff, stakeholders, clients and consultants.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Ability to work and deliver well under pressure and in response to changing needs.
  • Advanced Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, power point, and electronic mail).
  • Vibrant personal relationship with Christ and studies, understands and applies FH Foundational Principles and Vision and Mission
  • Maintains an attitude in accordance with FH values, behaviors and mindsets.
  • Experience in people management with skills and knowledge on coaching, mentoring and delivering training to teams
  • Good written and spoken English.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management
  • Professional Qualification/Certification such as Graduate Diploma in Purchasing & Supply Management – CIPS or equivalent.
  • A relevant Post Graduate Qualification or Masters in Procurement or any related business profession will be an added advantage
  • Minimum 5-7 years in procurement and logistics management experience within an INGO environment is required or related field
  • Minimum 3 years in a busy procurement and logistics department an INGO environment is required
  • Thorough knowledge of donor requirements (DFID, USAID) contractual, procurement and reporting requirements required.

Language Skills

  • Proficient in English. Knowledge of local language is added advantage

How to Apply

NOTE:

The complete Job Description is available through this link https://bit.ly/3nOSld0

Employment with FH offers an attractive package which includes a good salary commensurate to one’s role, a good medical insurance package for staff and dependents, provident fund, GPA and provision for other statutory requirements.

FHU is an equal opportunity employer. All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by Clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line and submitting only electronic copies in one pdf file not more than 25MB of an application letter, a detailed CV, contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant testimonials/certificates, names/contact details of three referees, addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager, Food for the Hungry Uganda Email: recruitment-fhuganda@fh.org not later than Sunday 28th May 2023 at 4:30pm. Consider your application unsuccessful if you don’t hear from us by 30th June, 2023.

Safeguarding & Protection Clause:

FH strives to provide an environment free from Sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment and Fraud in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against Sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment and Fraud. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the FH Heartbeat, Anti -Fraud, Safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Food for the Hungry Safeguarding, Anti-Fraud & HR policy. In line with this we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Disclaimer: It has come to our attention that several agencies or persons, are claiming to be acting on Food for the Hungry’s (FH)behalf in recruiting or facilitating the recruitment of personnel. FH does not outsource its recruitment process to any organization or agency which, through website postings, mass e-mail messages or otherwise claims to be doing recruitment on its behalf. FH does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment processes including short-listing, interviews, background, and/or medical check-ups. FH will not be responsible for such fraudulent correspondence or any loss of money or theft which may result from anyone engaging in any fraudulent recruitment activity.

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