Supply & Logistics Officer | UNICEF Uganda (Moroto)

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is recruiting a Supply & Logistics Officer to support humanitarian and development supply chain operations in Moroto, Uganda. This temporary opportunity is ideal for professionals experienced in supply chain management, procurement, logistics coordination, humanitarian operations, inventory management, transportation, contract management, warehousing, and nonprofit program support.

The selected candidate will help strengthen end-to-end supply chain systems, ensuring efficient procurement, storage, transportation, customs clearance, and delivery of critical supplies to support children and vulnerable communities.

Supply & Logistics Officer – UNICEF Uganda (Moroto)

Job Overview

The Supply & Logistics Officer will provide technical and operational support for UNICEF supply chain operations, helping ensure timely, ethical, and cost-effective delivery of essential supplies and services.

The role covers procurement, logistics planning, warehousing, emergency response logistics, customs clearance, transport coordination, contract management, humanitarian supply chain systems, inventory control, and partner collaboration.

Professionals seeking NGO, logistics, and humanitarian opportunities in East Africa can explore additional vacancies through NGO job openings in Uganda

Job Title

Supply & Logistics Officer

Organization

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Job Location

Moroto, Uganda

Employment Type

Temporary / Full-Time

Industry

Public Administration, Government, Nonprofit & Humanitarian Operations

Category

Business Operations | Transportation & Logistics | Social Services & Nonprofit | Civil & Government

About UNICEF

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, working to protect children’s rights, improve child welfare, and strengthen access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and emergency assistance.

The organization focuses on creating sustainable solutions for children from early childhood through adolescence, while supporting communities through humanitarian and development programs.

Job Description (Key Duties & Responsibilities)

1. Supply Chain Management & Logistics Operations

The Supply & Logistics Officer will:

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor end-to-end supply chain operations
• Ensure efficient procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, transportation, and distribution of supplies
• Monitor logistics performance to guarantee timely and cost-effective delivery of essential goods
• Strengthen inventory management and supply tracking systems

2. Emergency Response & Humanitarian Logistics

• Support emergency preparedness and humanitarian logistics operations
• Strengthen supply chain systems aligned with UNICEF humanitarian response commitments
• Ensure rapid procurement and distribution during emergencies and crisis situations

3. Programme & Partner Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with programme teams, implementing partners, donors, and stakeholders
• Support supply planning and implementation for child-focused programs
• Assist in Partnership Cooperation Agreements (PCAs) and HACT compliance processes
• Ensure accountability and transparency in supply chain management

4. Government Technical Support

• Provide technical support to government institutions and national systems
• Strengthen local and national supply chain capacity development initiatives
• Support sustainable logistics and procurement reforms

5. Innovation & Market Development

• Promote innovation in supply chain systems and logistics operations
• Contribute to market development, product innovation, and value-for-money strategies
• Support improvements in access to essential supplies for children and vulnerable populations

Professionals exploring international logistics and humanitarian careers may also browse opportunities at NGO job openings in South Africa

Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

Essential Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Business Administration
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Procurement & Purchasing
  • Economics
  • Contract or Commercial Law
  • International Development
  • Health Sciences
  • Social Sciences
  • Related discipline

Experience Requirements

Essential Experience

Candidates must have:

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience at national or international level in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics Operations
  • Procurement
  • Contract Administration
  • Warehouse Management
  • Humanitarian Logistics
  • Transportation Coordination
  • Distribution Systems
• Understanding of humanitarian and development operations

Preferred Experience

• Experience in health supply chain management
• Humanitarian emergency response experience
• Experience working in fragile settings and development contexts

Interested candidates can also explore more supply chain and NGO jobs across Africa via NGO job vacancies in Tanzania

Key Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess expertise in:

• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement & Contract Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Inventory & Warehouse Management
• Transportation & Fleet Coordination
• Customs Clearance Processes
• Financial Monitoring
• Vendor & Partnership Management
• Humanitarian Operations
• Emergency Response Logistics
• Resource Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Change Management
• Strategic Planning & Problem Solving

Language Requirements

Essential

• Fluency in English

Desirable

Knowledge of:

• Arabic
• Chinese
• French
• Russian
• Spanish
• Local Ugandan languages

UNICEF Core Values & Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate UNICEF’s CRITAS Values:

• Care
• Respect
• Integrity
• Trust
• Accountability
• Sustainability

Core Competencies

• Building partnerships
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Ethical awareness and integrity
• Innovation and adaptability
• Working collaboratively with others
• Managing complexity and ambiguity
• Results-driven performance

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Not disclosed (Competitive package based on UNICEF employment framework)

Potential benefits may include:

• International humanitarian work exposure
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Collaborative multicultural work environment
• Global networking and nonprofit career growth
• Experience supporting child-focused humanitarian operations

Training & Career Development

Successful candidates may gain training and exposure in:

• Humanitarian supply chain systems
• Procurement and logistics best practices
• Emergency response coordination
• Inventory and warehouse systems
• Partner engagement and donor compliance
• International NGO operational standards

Work Schedule

Work Hours: 8 Hours Per Day

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Application Deadline

Thursday, 7th Jan 2027

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official UNICEF online recruitment platform and review the complete job description document before submission.

Applicants are encouraged to submit complete application materials before the deadline to be considered for this opportunity.