Avis de recrutement : Operations Officer

Chemonics International Inc.

JOB DESCRIPTION/SCOPE OF WORK

TITLE: Operations Officer

PROJECT: Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Cameroon

Background: The overall goal of GHSC-PSM is to procure and provide health commodities for USAID HIV/AIDS and Malaria health programs, as well as provide systems strengthening technical assistance to improve supply chain management and commodity security in Cameroon.

The Operations Officer will play a key role in the management of office, procurement, and human resources processes for the GHSC-PSM Cameroon Yaoundé office and overall project. S/he will assist the Operations Director with supervision of project administrative and transport staff in the Yaoundé office.

We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Office Management

Arrange and oversee maintenance and management of physical office space, including repairs, managing office contracts and leases, the purchase and management of office supplies, and arranging for and overseeing the maintenance of office equipment.
Establish and maintain a filing system for archiving all relevant administrative, contractual, and personnel documentation and ensure files are up to date at all times.
Assist with general administrative duties as needed, including preparing all necessary administrative forms and overseeing travel logistics for project staff and consultants.
Perform orientation for short-term consultants on field office procedures.
Ensure office and staff contact lists and Emergency Action Plans are up to date.
Supervise administrative assistant, drivers and cleaners, monitoring performance.

Procurement

Coordinate project procurements, in full compliance with all applicable USAID rules and regulations and Chemonics’ internal policies and procedures including but not limited to:

Planning procurement and writing appropriate specifications with relevant technical specialists.
Ensuring competition among vendors and draft Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs).
Evaluating offers or organizing evaluation committees.
Monitoring contracts and ensuring payments are made in a timely manner.
Assisting in writing purchase orders and subcontracts as necessary.
Maintaining all appropriate documentation.
Work with the finance manager to maintain the project’s inventory and tracking system and ensuring project assets are secure at all times.

Human Resources

Coordinate the full cycle recruitment process in compliance with established procedures and regulations including but not limited to creation of job descriptions and interview questions, shortlisting and pre-screening candidates as well as reference checks, and negotiating offers of employment. Ensure project compliance with local labor laws.
Maintain personnel and recruitment files and ensure they are always complete, and compliant with Chemonics policy, local labor laws, and USAID regulations.
Proactively manage and administer benefits including liaising with vendors, according to Chemonics policies and labor laws requirements.
Ensure maintenance of accurate timesheet records and ensure all timesheets are submitted on time with the correct approvals, filed and that leave is tracked at all times.
Ensure new hires are properly oriented to the project and relevant Chemonics policies in order to perform the job.
Assist the Operations Director in managing the annual assessment process and ensure procedures are communicated and followed.
Any other tasks as required.

Job Qualifications

Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or another relevant field.
At least 4 years of experience working for development projects or organizations.
At least 2 years of experience working on USAID projects, preferably with responsibilities in procurement, human resources and/or operations;
Attention to detail and very high organizational skills a must;
Demonstrated success in working on programs of similar magnitude and complexity, working collaboratively with various teams, and communicating effectively;
Ability to exercise confidentiality and high levels of professionalism
Fluency in French and advanced English is required

Supervision

The Operations Officer will report directly to the Operations Director.

Working Conditions/Duration of Assignment

This is a long-term position for the life of the contract based in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This position does not attract any relocation allowances for the successful candidate.

Application Instructions: Please send electronic submissions of your CV, Cover Letter, and academic credentials by filling out the application using the link https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/36ca385f531447bba24e37ab5890c7a3 by 18/November/2020. No telephone inquiries please. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.|

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