Overview
Lead the implementation of the WFP Namibia Supply Chain Strategy, integrating various supply chain pillars to support Zero Hunger objectives. Drive digital transformation, innovation, and performance improvement across supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead implementation of the WFP Namibia Supply Chain Strategy.
- Position supply chain as a catalyst for Zero Hunger.
- Drive digital transformation, green logistics, innovation, and performance improvement.
- Manage end‑to‑end supply chain operations.
- Lead high‑level partnership engagement.
- Oversee supply chains supporting CBT.
- Ensure compliance, risk mitigation, food safety and quality.
- Lead/oversee strategic and sustainable procurement.
- Strengthen market systems and private‑sector partnerships.
- Work with government and national institutions to strengthen national systems and capacities.
- Lead planning, pre‑positioning, and national readiness for shocks.
- Lead management of service providers/vendors, port, fleet and warehouse operations.
- Streamline shared logistics, procurement, and engineering services.
- Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams.
Required Experience
- Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible supply chain leadership experience.
- Experience leading complex operations, strategic planning, and national system strengthening.
- Proven capacity in partnership building with government, private sector, and humanitarian/development partners.
- Experience with emergency operations, market‑linked supply chains, CBT, and local/regional procurement.
- Demonstrated experience in innovation, digital tools, optimization, and cost‑efficiency initiatives.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree in economics, logistics and supply chain, social sciences, international relations, or related field; or the equivalent combination of education.
