Job Vacancies at Partners In Health – 3 Positions
Partners In Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Warehouse Assistant - Inbound
2.) Warehouse Officer - Inventory
3.) Warehouse Officer - Inbound
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.
PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.
Our Work In Sierra Leone:
Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health centre and to referral hospitals.
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Warehouse Assistant - Inbound
Position Overview
The Warehouse Assistant, Inbound is responsible for physically receiving items to the warehouse from purchase orders and shipments, checking lot and expiry dates, putting itmes away by lot and expiration date on shelves and floor storage, labelling items with PIH item codes, and maintaining document storage/filing systems. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe and clean working environment and conducing tasks according to standard operating procedures required to maintain an accurate inventory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific Responsibilities:
Physically count received quantities and identify packing list discrepancies
Label and put items away on shelves/floor storage by lot and expiration date
Maintain filing system and ensure documents are archived
Support warehouse cleaning, ensuring environment is free of dirt and dust
Follow all safety codes
Follow all security procedures
Carry out tasks as assigned by the Warehouse Officer and Manager.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
Minimum Certificate/diploma in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Disciplined and ready to take security seriously
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Interest in social justice and health care
Professional proficiency in Krio is required. Proficiency in English is desired
Must not hold dual employment.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment
PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.
At Partners in Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partner in Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner in Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.
2.) Warehouse Officer - Inventory
Position Overview
The Warehouse Officer, Inventory is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory both physically and in OpenBoxes, PIH’s supply chain management software system. The Warehouse Officer, Inventory plays an essential role in ensuring that data is entered accurately and on time and that inventory in Openboxes is regularly updated and maintained, which directly contributes to the accuracy of PIH’s reorder and budget forecasts, as well as the success of PIH’s annual audit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific Responsibilities:
Confirm quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates of items on hand in OpenBoxes are physically in stock at the warehouse
Ensure all items in stock physically are recorded appropriately in OpenBoxes
Enter inventory adjustments needed as a result of the cycle count process or annual inventories
Proactively identify data errors and work with supply chain team members to correct and find solutions to avoid future errors (example: new item creation, inventory adjustments)
Provide back-up data entry support to Freetown office supply chain colleagues as needed
Participate in training supply chain colleagues on OpenBoxes functionality as needed
Operate with a high level of integrity and responsibility
Follow all security protocols
Support supply chain colleagues with other duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Minimum Higher Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum 3 years’ combined experience in finance, procurement, and/or logistics domains, preferably in international organizations dedicated to humanitarian programs with demonstrated experience in handling emergencies.
Demonstrated ability in managing competing tasks and priorities; skilled in using Microsoft Office software specifically Excel and Outlook
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
Disciplined and ready to take security seriously
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions
Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, suppliers, and partners
Interest in social justice and health care
Professional proficiency in English is required
Must not hold dual employment.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment
PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.
At Partners in Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partner in Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner in Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.
3.) Warehouse Officer - Inbound
Position Overview
The Warehouse Officer is responsible for receiving items into the warehouse both physically and in OpenBoxes, doing physical check for lot numbers and quantities, and ensuring match between OpenBoxes receipt and physical receipt. Items enter the warehouse though purchase orders, international shipments, and local shipments. When items are received, the Warehouse Officer will update OpenBoxes, PIH’s supply chain management software system, and ensure the goods are properly stored or distributed as required. The Warehouse Officer plays an essential role in ensuring that data is entered accurately and on time, which directly contributes to the accuracy of PIH’s reorder and budget forecasts, as well as the success of PIH’s annual audit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific Responsibilities:
Confirm quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates of items received in OpenBoxes
Ensure incoming shipments are received in OpenBoxes a timely fashion, upon physical check of all quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates
Ensure all outgoing transactions are registered in OpenBoxes at time of issue. In case of internet outage, transactions should be entered as soon as possible after internet returns
Enter inventory adjustments needed as a result of the cycle count process or annual inventories
Proactively identify data errors and work with supply chain team members to correct and find solutions to avoid future errors (example: new item creation, inventory adjustments)
Provide back-up data entry support to Freetown office supply chain colleagues as needed
Participate in training supply chain colleagues on OpenBoxes functionality as needed
Operate with a high level of integrity and responsibility
Follow all security protocols
Communicate about status of incoming goods to recipients
Support supply chain colleagues with other duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Minimum Higher Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum 3 years’ combined experience in finance, procurement, and/or logistics domains, preferably in international organizations dedicated to humanitarian programs with demonstrated experience in handling emergencies
Demonstrated ability in managing competing tasks and priorities; skilled in using Microsoft Office software specifically Excel and Outlook
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
Disciplined and ready to take security seriously
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions
Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, suppliers, and partners
Interest in social justice and health care
Professional proficiency in English is required
Must not hold dual employment.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment
PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.
At Partners in Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partner in Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner in Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.
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