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Zemitek

Federal professional services: program management, IT

Senior Supply Chain Advisor

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/16/2026Deadline 8/14/27
No salary listed
Senior
Master's, PharmD, MD
Cameroon
In Person
Operations & LogisticsSupply Chain Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Health, or Pharmacy, a Doctorate in Medicine (M.D.), or Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) is required.
  • A relevant certification in Health Supply Chain Management or Logistics is an asset.
  • A minimum of 7 years of experience primarily dedicated to health products supply chain management is required.
  • Mastery of the regulatory framework and regulation of health products in Cameroon or a similar country, including registration, marketing authorization, and pharmacovigilance, is required.
  • Mastery of the strategic and operational framework for health products supply chain management in Cameroon is required.
  • Experience with bilateral and multilateral partnerships in health products supply chain management, including USG, Global Fund, and UN agencies, is required.
  • Proficiency in French and English is required.
  • Proficiency in computer tools and Microsoft Office programs is required.
  • Leadership, diplomacy, communication, team management, and strategic planning competencies are required.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the lead technical monitor for the Commodities and Supply Chain section of the USG-GRC Memorandum of Understanding implementation, overseeing performance achievement, program quality, and co-investment accountability.
  • Act as the primary technical liaison to the Cameroon Foreign Assistance Office regarding updates to the Strategic Plan for Strengthening Public Supply Chain of Health Products (2026–2030) and annual action plans, integrating MOU sustainability milestones.
  • Coordinate USG advocacy efforts toward revising national regulations, specifically separating diagnostic products from pharmaceuticals.
  • Provide expert guidance on the phased transition of procurement and distribution functions to the Government of Cameroon beginning in 2028, focusing on domestic self-reliance by 2030.
  • Provide inputs for an implementation arrangement supporting clear supply chain governance structures, defined roles and responsibilities, and accountability mechanisms while ensuring continuity of health product supply and alignment with the Bilateral Health MOU and national priorities.
  • Oversee technical reporting of MOU implementation progress to the Joint Health Cooperation Steering Committee and Technical Management Unit, providing data-driven visibility into supply chain bottlenecks.
  • Support transition from USG-led commodity procurement and in-country logistics support to sustainable national mechanisms while ensuring compliance with USG regulations and alignment with Government of Cameroon goals.
  • Participate in national supply chain governance structures, including the Supply Chain Steering Committee and Supply Chain Technical Working Group, and champion implementation of the National Supply Chain Strategy.
  • Contribute to assessing National Supply Chain Strategy implementation progress and updating the strategic plan as relevant.
  • Coordinate and share information among supply chain technical-assistance providers, including USG-funded implementers, The Global Fund Enterprise Resource Planning, the African Development Bank, and others.
  • Support integrated HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria supply chain data review and use to anticipate stock tensions, communicate risks to ministry stakeholders, and help implementers address risks before supply disruptions occur.
  • Support the government in reviewing and facilitating adoption of new interventions, including innovative distribution models, to improve in-country supply chain performance and maintain uninterrupted commodity supply.
  • Provide specialized technical assistance to CENAME to upgrade infrastructure and management protocols toward ISO certification and compliance with WHO Good Storage and Distribution Practices.
  • Participate in identifying and prioritizing capacity-development activities for strengthening systems and government expertise in GS1 traceability, warehouse ISO compliance, eLMIS integration, and mechanisms to improve supply chain responsiveness, resilience, and sustainability.
  • Participate in reviewing country commodity data for planning and decision-making, including forecasting and supply planning to facilitate commodity procurement.
  • Participate in identifying and prioritizing capacity-development activities to institutionalize routine stock monitoring and review mechanisms, including monthly logistics reviews, alert systems, and redistribution triggers, to ensure continuous availability of essential health products.
  • Support and provide input on continuous quality-assurance processes and procedures to ensure continuous availability of safe and effective commodities.
  • Support development and implementation of strategies to prevent, identify, and address supply chain operational risks, including stockouts, overstocking, fraud, and wastage.
  • Support program implementation and performance evaluation.
  • Support the process of establishing and monitoring Manufacturer-Specific Service Level Agreements.
  • Contribute to planning, procuring, and installing cold chain equipment to prevent temperature excursions and ensure warehouse readiness for sensitive laboratory commodities.
  • Act as the technical bridge to the Cameroon Foreign Assistance Office, providing data-driven insights and evidence-based reporting on implementation of Supply Chain MOU milestones.
  • Provide expert technical representation within the Joint Health Cooperation Steering Committee, Technical Management Unit, and relevant Technical Working Groups to align USG investments with national health priorities and the 2030 sustainability vision.
  • Facilitate proactive communication between MINSANTE, CENAME, and other U.S. Government agencies to harmonize health assistance efforts and prevent supply chain duplication.
  • Lead preparation and dissemination of briefing materials and progress reports communicating supply chain performance indicators to senior leadership and ensuring transparency in the transition toward national self-reliance.
  • Participate in identifying and prioritizing capacity-development activities supporting a supply chain performance monitoring framework aligned with the National Supply Chain Strategy, tracking progress, informing decisions, strengthening accountability, aligning with Bilateral Health MOU objectives and milestones, and supporting post-transition oversight.
  • Provide regular program progress, challenge, and outcome updates and reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Establish a framework for integrated review and use of commodity data for decision-making.
  • Submit weekly progress reports highlighting successes and detailed monthly technical reports.
  • Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and presentations for senior officials on health systems and supply chain issues.
  • Prepare routine monitoring and performance assessment reports.
  • Provide recommendations for optimizing supply chain system performance.
  • Provide routine updates, reports, and briefings on progress in USG supply chain system-strengthening support to the government.
  • Submit a detailed monthly report to the U.S. Department of State by the fifth day of the following month.
  • Submit a weekly progress report to the Department of State, participate in weekly calls, and include a short paragraph on the week's main successes and challenges.
  • Maintain a functional reporting line to the Director of DPML and CENAME and contribute as a member of the MOU Joint Technical Secretariat.
  • Report to the Foreign Assistance Coordinator or designated supervisor and maintain a point of contact with the coordinating Government of Cameroon ministry or department.
Desired Qualifications
  • A relevant certification in Health Supply Chain Management or Logistics is an asset.

About the company

ZemiTek is a small, woman-owned professional services firm serving federal clients nationwide. It provides tailored solutions across global security, energy, economic development, and more, with services including program management, training and learning development, IT solutions, operational support, and monitoring and evaluation. The company works by partnering with federal agencies to plan, implement, and manage programs, deliver training, deploy IT systems, provide operational support, and monitor outcomes to ensure programs perform well. ZemiTek differentiates itself through its focus on customized, domain-spanning services for government clients, its status as a woman-owned small business, and its combination of capabilities across program management, technology, training, and evaluation. Its goal is to help federal agencies operate at peak performance and achieve mission results by delivering practical, integrated solutions.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bethesda, Maryland

Founded

2007

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