Coordination of Last Mile Supply Monitoring (LMSM) System
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this consultancy is to ensure effective coordination, performance monitoring, and optimization of the Last Mile Supply Monitoring (LMSM) system in Mozambique, starting with Cabo Delgado, and to support readiness for national scale-up. The consultant will act as the central coordination focal point, ensuring that LMSM is effectively institutionalized, utilized, and sustained across all levels. This role is crucial for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of UNICEF's supply chain operations, particularly in reaching vulnerable populations. The consultant will contribute to strengthening national capacity and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the LMSM system, aligning with UNICEF's mission to support the rights of every child.
Responsibilities
The consultant will undertake the following tasks: Coordinate and govern the LMSM system, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's strategic objectives and national priorities. Provide support for system implementation post-go-live, addressing any technical or operational challenges. Monitor system performance and manage key performance indicators to ensure optimal functionality and identify areas for improvement. Conduct field supervision and provide support to local teams to ensure effective system utilization. Develop and deliver capacity-building and training programs for stakeholders involved in the LMSM system. Facilitate data use and reporting to inform decision-making and program adjustments. Support the scale-up of the LMSM system to national levels, ensuring a smooth transition and integration. Collaborate with government partners, development partners, and UN agencies to foster strong working relationships and ensure effective system adoption. Document lessons learned and best practices to inform future system enhancements and rollouts.
Work Experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain systems, use of health commodities eLMIS, digital health systems, working with governments, development partners, or UN agencies, field implementation in humanitarian settings, and experience in training and supportive supervision.
Skills
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, Experience with dashboards and digital tools, Strong coordination and communication skills, Problem-solving and analytical thinking, System implementation support, Performance monitoring, Capacity building and training, Data use and reporting, Field supervision, Stakeholder engagement