The International Committee of the
Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the
exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of
war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.
The ICRC Logistic Centre in Nairobi
(Industrial Area) is seeking an experienced & highly motivated individual
to fill the position of Regional
Quality Control Officer (non-medical
goods).
Responsibilities:
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Ensures that non-medical goods received
from Local and International Suppliers undergo relevant quality inspection and
Validates quality inspection reports;
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Evaluates data, using statistical
methods for analysis, interpreting results, managing documentation;
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Ensures transparent Samples Analysis
of all Tendered Items;
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In close cooperation with Senior
Purchasers conducts assessment/evaluation of suppliers/manufacturers &
accurate specifications for contracts;
·
Assists SCA and Purchasers to define
the description for Non-standard items;
·
Prospecting of the market to identify
new Inspection Companies and manage their contracts;
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Performs assessments/audits of
inspection companies/laboratories;
·
Coaches and organizes work of Quality
Controller and Storekeepers performing QC;
·
Provides support to QC units in the
region, including short support missions when necessary.
Minimum Requirements:
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Holder of a University Degree in
Quality Management or a relevant degree;
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3 years of relevant experience in
metrology, sampling, quality inspection and/or purchasing/warehousing;
·
Working experience in inspection
company and/or assessments/audits is an asset;
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Able to write clear and concise
reports, procedures and quality documents in English;
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Able to assess legal aspects of
supplier/manufacturer capacity;
·
Extensive Knowledge in the
application of ISO requirements;
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Excellent command of written and
spoken English(knowledge of French is an asset);
·
Advanced Computer Skills (Word,
Excel, Power point, Databases).
The Profile
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Excellent communication skills, a
good team leader, excellent analytical skills, ability to work under pressure
with tight deadlines, energetic and able to take initiative, high
organisational skills, rigorous, precise and honest, able to travel.
Medical Purchaser.
Responsibilities:
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Follows strictly ICRC procurement
procedures, financial limits and Code of Conduct
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Ensures that purchasing is done in a
transparent and accountable manner
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Maintains relations with suppliers
and other ICRC departments
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Responsible for Tender process
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Takes part in the selection of
suppliers
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Manages contracts with suppliers
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Ensures strict control of quality for
the purchased goods/services
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Carries out prospecting of the market
in order to identify new suppliers
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Manages suppliers files
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Provides analytical reports on
purchases
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Makes all related information
available in the local database and filing system
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Helps Supply Chain Administrator to
define the running stocks levels
Minimum Requirements:
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Holder of a Degree in Nursing
(Preferred)
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Degree/Certificate in Purchasing or
Business Administration;
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At least 4 years experience in
purchasing and supply of drugs, medical renewable, disposable, medical
equipment and medical devices ;
·
Previous working experience with
International organizations, hospital or medical logistics service providers is
an added advantage ;
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Good knowledge of national and
international laws/regulations on drugs and medical devices ;
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Good knowledge of national and
international laws/regulations on drugs and medical devices
·
Excellent command of written and
spoken English (knowledge of French is an asset);
·
Advanced Computer Skills (Word,
Excel, Power point , Databases), Excellent internet user;
The Profile:
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Honest, good team leader, analytical
skills, ability to work under pressure, able to work independently and take initiative,
good communication and negotiation skills, high sense of integrity.
Interested persons with the required
background and experience are invited to submit their application to Human
Resources Office on the address or e-mail below, on or before 13th November
2015.
Please include a cover letter,
detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, current and expected
remuneration and contact details of three referees (telephone, email and box
number).
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
International Committee of the Red Cross, Logistics Centre,
P.O. Box 34071,
Nairobi, 00100(GPO),
Kenya
e-mail: lon_hr_services@icrc.org
