Senior Vaccine and Cold chain Management Consultant (Nationals Only), Addis Ababa, Office-basd + travel

Job Title

Senior Vaccine and Cold chain Management Consultant will support MoH and EPSS in managing the immunization supply chain activities. This includes planning, forecasting, procurement, storage, distribution, monitoring, and reporting of vaccine, supplies and cold chain equipment. The consultant will also help build capacity at regional and local levels to manage vaccine supply and cold chain systems effectively. If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: ToR TMC0004218.pdf

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Public health, Logistic and Supply chain management or related fields from a recognized University/institution
• Work Experience: Have at least five years of experience in the supply chain, storage, logistics, and inventory control of supplies, including in emergency situations, preferably in the health sector.
• Skills:
  • Expertise in health logistics, supply planning, forecasting and customs clearance.
  • Strong knowledge of the Ethiopian health sector and supply chains.
  • Experience in developing national CCE inventories and rehabilitation plans.
  • Skilled in WHO PQS-listed equipment and Gavi CCEOP processes.
  • Proficient in temperature monitoring, cold room mapping and RTM installation.
  • Familiar with strategies to reach zero-dose children.
  • Proven track record in engaging with Ministry of Health and its agencies like EPSS.
  • Experienced in training, technical assistance and SOP/guideline/training guide development.
  • Strong skills in data quality, reporting and analytics.
  • Excellent analytical, communication and presentation abilities.
  • Collaborative in diverse team and partner environments.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Language Requirements: Fluent in English; willing to travel frequently
• Desirables: Prior work experience with UNICEF or other UN organizations is an asset

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):

• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template) Financial proposal template TMC0004218.docx
• A detailed technical proposal: Applicants are requested to submit one writing sample (max 10 pages) demonstrating relevant experience in the immunization supply chain at national and sub national levels. The sample should meet the following criteria: it must be (authored by the applicant and relevant to the assignment, with a focus on areas such as vaccine and cold chain management, CCEOP, and other critical supply chain activities implemented at the Ministry of Health and its counterpart agencies.