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Logistics and Supply Chain · Full-time

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Regional Supply Chain Management Specialist

World Vision Kenya

NairobiSenior · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 12 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

World Vision Kenya is hiring a Regional Supply Chain Management Specialist based in Karen, Kenya. This full-time role supports the Regional Supply Chain Management Director in overseeing supply chain activities across East Africa. It suits experienced professionals with strong leadership skills in procurement and supply chain management within NGOs or corporate settings.

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What you will do

  • Support the Regional SCM Director in developing strategies, business plans, and project plans for supply chain management.
  • Provide updates on regional supply chain performance to the Director and stakeholders.
  • Advise and assist Field Offices in sourcing goods, services, and works while ensuring value for money and risk mitigation.
  • Lead capacity building for supply chain teams including training on procurement policies and systems.
  • Manage strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management to optimize procurement processes.
  • Review and improve supply chain systems, processes, and tools to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with supply chain policies, local laws, and risk management practices, and coordinate audit processes.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, or Business Administration.
  • CIPS Level 6 qualification.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or equivalent.
  • Supply Chain Management certificates and membership with recognized professional bodies.
  • At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contracts management, stakeholder engagement, or logistics, with five years in direct procurement or contracting.
  • Five years of experience in a technical leadership role including managing staff.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Willingness to travel up to 30% to Field Offices and other locations.
  • Preferred: knowledge of humanitarian emergency affairs, experience developing dashboards using Excel or Power BI, familiarity with supply chain spend management systems such as Coupa, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure and deliver projects on time, and experience with NGO donor supply chain trends.

How to apply

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