Deputy Chief of Party, Uganda Strengthening Supply Chain Systems Follow-On
About Palladium:
Palladium is a global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of 4,000 talented, motivated, and diverse staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities.
The Supply Chain Management (SCM) portfolio at Palladium is a dynamic community of practice with talented colleagues working toward the goal of providing unmatched service delivery with unprecedented levels of visibility, accountability, and data to drive decision making, while enabling local supply chain management ecosystems to grow and mature.
This Opportunity:
The Deputy Chief of Party will collaborate with the Chief of Party to supervise a team of supply chain management professionals dedicated to enhancing Uganda's health system through the reinforcement of its supply chain management infrastructure. Serving as the primary overseer of technical assistance, the Deputy Chief of Party will focus on pivotal aspects of health supply chain systems enhancement, including procurement, warehousing, and distribution. Additionally, they will be responsible for managing the structure, strategy, development, and implementation of workplans, while also coordinating with pertinent stakeholders.
Location:
The position is based in Kampala, Uganda.
Reporting and Supervision:
The Deputy Chief of Party reports to the Chief of Party and leads the overall technical direction of the project.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Key Competencies Required:
Professional Expertise/Competencies Preferred:
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