FHI 360
FHI 360
FHI 360 is a global nonprofit human development organization that designs and delivers locally driven solutions to improve lives. Its work brings together expertise in healthcare, education, nutrition, environmental sustainability, economic development, and governance across more than 60 countries. By combining research, partnerships, and practical programs, FHI 360 supports communities and institutions in advancing equity, health, and well-being.

Associate Director of Procurement, Administration and Logistics

Leads procurement, administration, logistics, and operations for FHI 360’s country office in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Supervises functional leads and maintains compliance with donor, government, and supply chain requirements.

Description

  • Direct the administration, operations, and procurement functions for FHI 360’s DRC country office and project portfolio.
  • Turn organizational and donor requirements into operational processes and oversee their implementation.
  • Supervise the country’s Administration, Operations, and Procurement Leads.
  • Set goals, assign responsibilities, track performance, and ensure operational priorities are completed on time.
  • Maintain compliance with FHI 360 policies, U.S. Government rules including 2 CFR 200 and FAR, and DRC laws.
  • Support internal and external audits and reviews of operations and procurement.
  • Oversee procurement, logistics, IT, administration, and general services across DRC projects.
  • Provide additional procurement support during emergencies and outbreak responses, including cholera and Ebola response.
  • Manage the supply chain, including sourcing, vendors, warehousing, inventory, and distribution planning.
  • Oversee facilities, leases, fleet, and non-expendable assets.
  • Ensure customs clearance and compliance with DRC import and export requirements.
  • Support health, safety, security, travel safety, and emergency preparedness procedures.
  • Coordinate visas, work and residence permits, and government registration for expatriate and international staff.
  • Develop and implement procedures to improve cost-effectiveness, accountability, and service delivery.
  • Set resource needs, timelines, and priorities for country-office and project objectives.
  • Recommend changes to policies, procedures, and workflows.
  • Raise service model, budget, coordination, and organization-wide issues with leadership.
  • Strengthen team capability through guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
  • Represent the country office with donors, partners, and government authorities.
  • Travel between DRC project offices as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in business administration, operations management, supply chain management, logistics, or a related discipline.
  • At least 12 years of progressively responsible experience in administration, operations, and procurement or supply chain management for large, complex, donor-funded programs.
  • At least 6 years of management experience directly supervising administration, operations, and procurement staff.
  • An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience that provides the capability to perform the role.
  • Broad knowledge of administrative systems, procurement and supply chain management, and operational practices for donor-funded programs.
  • Strong understanding of country-program administration, operations, and procurement.
  • Ability to turn organizational strategies and donor requirements into work plans and process improvements.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple teams, workstreams, priorities, and stakeholders in a complex, matrixed environment.
  • Strong knowledge of donor compliance frameworks, including 2 CFR 200 and FAR.
  • Strong knowledge of DRC laws and statutory requirements for procurement, administration, and operations.
  • Strong planning and organizational abilities.
  • Strong knowledge of supply chain management, sourcing, vendor and supplier management, logistics, warehousing, fleet, and inventory.
  • Knowledge of DRC customs, import and export processes, and logistics regulations.
  • Fluency in English and French.
  • Proficiency using a computer or laptop and Microsoft applications, including Office 365, SharePoint, and Skype, Zoom, or Teams.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
  • Completion of required screening, including reference, criminal record, and terrorism finance checks.
  • Agreement to sign FHI 360’s code of conduct.

Benefits

  • FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension account.
  • US-based full-time staff receive 18 vacation days per year.
  • US-based full-time staff receive 12 sick days per year.
  • US-based full-time staff receive 11 holidays per year.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Policies and programs that support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Equal opportunity employment.
  • Appropriate screening and safeguarding procedures.

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