Deputy Program Manager for Logistics and Administrative Services

CAMRIS International is a growing international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve the lives of people around the world. We apply a customized, customer-centric, cost-effective business approach to offer greater value to our clients and challenge the way things have always been done in our field.

Building on the experience of our founding companies CAMRIS has nearly 60 years of experience implementing international development programs. CAMRIS' practice areas include global health, agriculture and food security, economic development, education, environment, humanitarian assistance, democracy and governance and medical research. CAMRIS' proven performance in monitoring and evaluation, project design and implementation, capacity building, research and other capabilities on more than 2,000 contracts testifies to our ability to meet the highest standards of public and private sector clients worldwide.

We have honed a cutting-edge approach to customer service built on providing expert human resources supported by a strong quality assurance process and reliable management and administrative services. We have developed agile, efficient systems for implementing large technical assistance, research, institutional support and other task-based contracts.

Job Summary:

CAMRIS International seeks a Deputy Program Manager for Logistics and Administrative Services to provide technical and operational support to the Project Manage Unit (PMU), as well as leadership on matters related to logistics, operational systems and administrative procedures. In close collaboration with the PMU leadership, contribute to the development and implementation of project and task monitoring systems.

Main Duties/Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Assess existing logistics, including but not limited to facility and IT and infrastructure operations and maintenance, and develop improvement strategies on an on-going basis.

· Support the administrative management of the projects, including financial, logistical and operational activities

· Assist the Project Manager in the organization of project related workshops, meetings and/or other events.

· Coordinate with PMU team to ensure that all facilities are adequately equipped and supplied;

· Ensure the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of new initiatives and procedures related to logistics.

· Design, implement and manage contracts related to supply of office products and services as necessary.

· Represent organisation interests within inter-agency logistics activities.

· Review the logistics component of field office budget proposals for consideration during budget review.

· Conduct special management reviews and/or follow-up on audit observations to assist in the improvement of office procedures and practices related to logistics.

· Develop key performance indicators by which localized logistics contracts can be managed.

· Obtain, organize and maintain necessary receipts and signatures for all materials, supplies and equipment that are delivered.

· Utilize database systems in order to inventory, organize and enter shipment information into existing systems. Maintain inventory and assist with the care and safeguarding of costly equipment and materials.

Qualifications and Competencies:

Education:

Bachelors or Masters' degree in Business Administration, Management, Transport or related field.

Work Experience:

5-10 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at national and international level in logistics. Varied supply/logistics functional background an asset, from procurement to warehousing, transport management and distribution to beneficiaries.

Competencies:

· Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas and systems.

· Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form.

· Proven ability to plan, manage and monitor the effective use and safekeeping of fixed assets and financial resources.

· Good analytical and negotiating skills.

· Ability to organize and implement training.

· Good knowledge of computer management and applications.

· Ability to establish harmonious working relations in an international and multicultural environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position, and regular hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; however, this position can regularly require long hours and frequent weekend work.

Travel: 10-15 percent of local travel is expected.

Comments

CAMRIS International offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com.

CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your resume online at www.camris.com.