National Emergency Preparedness and Response Supply Chain Officer Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Solomon Islands (Job ID 48513)

Description

Work on a global humanitarian program contributing to saving lives and alleviating suffering.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Honiara, Solomon Islands
• Open to national and international candidates
• Full-time for 12 months
• Remuneration: P3 or equivalent

The Program:

Australia Assists is an Australian Government program that deploys skilled humanitarian specialists to support multilateral agencies, governments, civil society and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and conflict. Australia Assists' Goal is to: Save lives, alleviate suffering, and maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of conflict, disasters and other humanitarian crises, and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situations. The program's Objective is: Targeted deployment of humanitarian expertise that meets the priorities and needs of Australia's multilateral, bilateral and civil society partners and advances Australia's international humanitarian priorities.

To apply to be a part of the Australia Assists Phase 2 Roster, please follow this link and complete all necessary requirements.

The Role:

The EPR Supply Chain Officer will support the NDMO in the design and implementation of supply chain/EPR capacity strengthening activities for the Solomon Islands. Based in the NDMO, with support from the WFP Pacific Multi-country office. The EPR Supply Chain Officer's primary responsibilities are to support the Government of Solomon Islands and its partners in emergency preparedness and response, and capacity-strengthening initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Following the outcomes of the 2024 Capacity Needs Mapping and Business Process Mapping exercises, continue engaging with the NDMO to define and implement the recommendations.
• Guide the NDMO in the development, standardization, and implementation of key logistics forms (e.g., Stock Report, Service Request Form, Delivery Notes), and support the training and capability development of NDMO staff and key stakeholders (NGOs, Red Cross, government agencies) on their use.
• Support the NDMO in developing and implementing an Excel-based Consolidated Stock Report template, including setting submission deadlines (e.g., last Friday of each month), establishing communication protocols with stakeholders, and conducting a pilot test with sample stock data to validate functionality.
• Assist the NDMO in optimizing logistics processes and data flows, generating actionable insights from monthly stock consolidations, introducing a unique identifier-based tracking system for submitted forms, and refining workflows based on feedback and performance.
• Lead the planning and execution of a SimEx based on a disaster response scenario to test the effectiveness of the Plan of Action, Stock Report, logistics forms, systems, and workflows.

Selection criteria

• Advanced university degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Emergency, and Disaster Management, or other related fields; or a Bachelor's degree in one of the above disciplines with additional years of relevant experience
• 4-6 years of relevant experience and three years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in logistics and/or supply chain operations.
• Experience working with Governments for effective capacity strengthening
• Solid understanding of logistics and supply chain processes in the humanitarian context and Logistics Cluster mechanisms.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage programs.

For a complete terms of reference please click here and use password: Tetratech2025 if you are unable to access the TOR.

How to apply

Please submit your application by clicking "Apply for job" at the top of this page. Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

A completed application includes:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria

Apply before 11:59pm (AEDT), Sunday 23 March 2025

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day.

Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with during as part of your application, please email hr@australiaassists.org.au

Position Type

Project opportunity

Region

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Sector

Humanitarian Aid (International Development)

Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery (International Development)

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