Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS), Port Villa

## Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS), Port Villa - Organization:UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund - Office:UNFPA in Port Vila Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS), PSRO, Port Villa, Vanuatu, P-3 - Posting Date 08/18/2026, 04:29 AM - Apply Before 09/08/2026, 09:00 PM - Job Schedule Full time - Locations Port-Vila, Vanuatu - Vacancy Type Fixed Term - Rotational/Non Rotational Non-Rotational - Contract Duration 1 Year - Education & Work Experience Master's Degree - 5 year(s) experience - Required Languages English - Vacancy Timeline 3 Weeks The post of the Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) is located in Port Villa, Vanuatu. Under the overall leadership and guidance of the Director/Representative and Deputy Director/Deputy Representative and the direct supervision of the Technical Advisor Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), the incumbent will work closely with technical and programme teams in the UNFPA Sub-Regional and multi country offices, implementing partners, and NGOs to enhance Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) in the countries under his/her supervision. S/He is responsible for leveraging data to inform decisions on timely fulfilment of countries' needs, addressing bottlenecks, supporting country programme performance analysis and evidence-based formulation of programme strategies, and implementing targeted RHCS interventions including quantification, warehousing, distribution, strengthening contraceptive logistics management system (CLMS), inventory management, customs clearance, monitoring utilization and disposal, and facilitating stakeholders' engagement. How you can make a difference: UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results. This position is a technical and coordination role responsible for the effective, efficient, and sustainable management of reproductive health (RH) commodity supply chains. The role spans multiple countries and operates under the framework of the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Phase III Programme in the Pacific region. The role is strategic, technical, and operational, aimed at ensuring reliable access to essential RH commodities while building sustainable systems and strengthening country ownership. It bridges logistics and public health with programme governance and capacity building in a multi-country development context. You would be responsible for: Programme Management and Technical support: - Provide technical assistance for development and review of national supply and distribution plans; support annual procurement plan updates. - Support domestic advocacy for increased government financing for RH commodities. - Assist Ministries of Health (MOHs) in distribution planning to optimize infrastructure, manage shelf life, and reduce product expiry. - Oversee the implementation and rollout of mSupply and Contraceptive Logistics Management System (CLMS). - Monitor inventory through physical stock counts, reconciliations, and documentation. - Coordinate last-mile delivery activities to ensure timely supply of contraceptives and lifesaving medicines to service delivery points. - Facilitate timely collection and analysis of stock data and submission of quarterly RHCS reports. - Track procurement and inventory flows between UNFPA and national warehousing systems. - Support customs clearance, exemption processing, and coordination with port authorities and shipping agents. Coordination and Governance: Evidence and knowledge development and dissemination: - Assist to organize and participate actively in meetings and undertake missions to assess progress of the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Phase III Program, including follow-up actions. - Support and assist the assigned country offices (COs) to identify opportunities or lessons learned/best practices in assigned countries. - Consolidate assigned COs documentation on lessons learned/best practices and ensure that these are incorporated into the UNFPA PSRO knowledge sharing system Monitoring and Evaluation support: - Monitor the implementation of activities and the expenditure of funds in assigned countries; and conduct regular monitoring visits, as required - Provide inputs on program activities and results to UNFPA PSRO reports - Provide support to finance and audit processes including last mile assurance. - Generate reports on tracking tools for analysis of clearing and lead time Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge and Experience: - Sound knowledge of supply chain management: forecasting, quantification, procurement, warehousing, distribution, inventory management, transportation and logistics information systems. - General knowledge of the principles and operational aspects of integrated sexual and reproductive health and specific experience in family planning programming. - Familiarity with UN development programmes and working procedures especially UNFPA policies and programming procedures, an asset. - Proficiency in MS Office Packages, database management and the Internet. - Experience in mSupply software is desirable. - Certification in Supply Chain Management or Programme Management is desirable. - Solid technical writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills. - Experience in working with government institutions and donor organizations. - Familiarity with issues related to demographic and health matters in developing countries. - Willingness and capability to undertake duty travel. - Ability to work under pressure. Required Competencies: - Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, - Embracing cultural diversity, - Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, - Thinking analytically and strategically, - Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, Functional Competencies: - Delivering results-based programmes - Providing conceptual innovation to support programme effectiveness - Providing a technical support system - Strengthening the programming capacity of Country Offices - Facilitating quality programmatic results - Internal and external relations and advocacy for resources mobilization - Creating visibility for the organization - Job/knowledge and technical expertise Managerial Competencies: - Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance - Making decisions and exercising judgment Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. 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