Supply Chain Coordinator at Save the Children
The Supply Chain Coordinator leads and coordinates the supply chain function for Save the Children Tanzania. This position provides technical support and oversight across procurement, fleet coordination, asset tracking, vendor management, a...
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Selected requirements and CV evidence
| Advertised requirement | Suggested evidence, if applicable |
|---|---|
| Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration, or a relevant field. | Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. If your qualification differs, check whether the employer accepts an equivalent. |
| Experience: Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics operations (preferably within international NGOs or development organizations). | List relevant roles with month and year dates, and describe the work that matches this experience requirement. Do not count overlapping roles twice. |
| Skills: Strong knowledge of donor procurement compliance, contract management, fleet operations, and ERP/inventory systems; excellent analytical and organizational skills | Choose a real example matching this specific requirement. Explain your task, your own action and the outcome; include tools or scale only where you can substantiate them. |
Application readiness checklist
- Advertised closing date: Sep 13, 2026. Check the employer instructions for the closing time.
- Use the application channel linked in this advert and check that the role and employer match before sending documents.
Job Title: Supply Chain Coordinator
Organization: Save the Children International (Tanzania)
Location: Dar es Salaam
Closing Date: September 13, 2026
Job ID: 143562
Position Overview
The Supply Chain Coordinator leads and coordinates the supply chain function for Save the Children Tanzania. This position provides technical support and oversight across procurement, fleet coordination, asset tracking, vendor management, and inventory systems to ensure efficient, compliant, and timely support for program implementation across the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement Management: Coordinate local and national procurement activities ensuring strict compliance with Save the Children policies, donor requirements, and value-for-money standards.
- Fleet & Transportation: Oversee fleet management systems, optimizing vehicle utilization, maintenance schedules, fuel tracking, and transport safety for program operations.
- Asset & Inventory Control: Manage organizational assets and store inventories; oversee periodic physical counts, maintain accurate registers, and ensure proper warehousing practices.
- Supplier & Contract Management: Build and manage supplier relationships, evaluate vendor performance, and maintain pre-qualified supplier lists to support ongoing procurement needs.
- Cross-Functional Support: Partner with program and finance teams to streamline operational planning, mitigate supply chain risks, and deliver data-driven operational reporting.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics operations (preferably within international NGOs or development organizations).
- Skills: Strong knowledge of donor procurement compliance, contract management, fleet operations, and ERP/inventory systems; excellent analytical and organizational skills
How to Apply
Jobconnect application guidance
Before applying for Supply Chain Coordinator at Save the Children, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Sep 13, 2026.
- Identify 2-3 requirements from the advert and make sure they are clearly visible in your CV, cover letter, or application message.
- Prepare a short application message that mentions the exact job title and why you fit the role.
- Keep your phone and email active after applying so you do not miss interview or assessment updates.
CV hints for this job
For Supply Chain Coordinator at Save the Children at Save the Children International (Tanzania), align your CV with the location and role context: Dar es Salaam.
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Advert requirement: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration, or a relevant field. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.
Advert requirement: Experience: Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics operations (preferably within international NGOs or development organizations). Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: Skills: Strong knowledge of donor procurement compliance, contract management, fleet operations, and ERP/inventory systems; excellent analytical and organizational skills How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
General practice What would you want the employer to clarify about this advert? Prepare a question about something genuinely unstated. Do not assume pay, benefits or working arrangements.
General practice What would you need to learn to perform this role well? Explain any gap honestly and the practical steps you would take to learn.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Supply Chain Coordinator at Save the Children position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Supply Chain Coordinator at Save the Children. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration, or a relevant field. Experience: Minimum.
I am especially interested in this role because it aligns with responsibilities such as Procurement Management: Coordinate local and national procurement activities ensuring strict compliance with Save the Children policies, donor requirements, and value-for.... I am confident that my ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver dependable work would support the goals of the organization.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Sep 13, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
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