Start-up Operations Advisor

Aim of the position:

The main role of the Start-up Operations Advisor is to provide overall operational support to the implementation of the project “Sustainable Agriculture and Land Management”. The Start up operations advisor has the key responsibility of coordinating and ensuring the successful implementation of all the operations related to this project.

Starting Date: 02/03/2026

Period: 3 months

Language: English

Reporting to: Directly report to the Country Operation (1st Supervisor) and to the Country Representative (2nd Supervisor).

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Responsible for the start-up of AVSI operations in Nampula province
• Participate in the selection of all operations team members (procurement, logistic, administration and finance officers)
• Train and support logistics and administrative team on AVSI procedure and best practices in procurement, fleet management and inventories
• Identify premises for offices and warehouse in Nampula and in the districts of operation
• Carry out an assessment of providers of key material, and prepare tender documentation and support the OM in the definition and negotiation of framework agreements with key suppliers (vehicle rental, fuel, IT equipment, office supplies, etc.)
• Contribute to updating and centralizing the inventory of assets at Nampula office
• Define a standardized model for vehicle management, maintenance and monitoring
• Develop practical tools and training modules to strengthen local skills and promote the standardization of practices
• Provide ad hoc technical support on complex purchasing procedures or strategic contract management
• Work closely with Finance, Programs and Security departments to ensure consistency of operations
• In coordination with OM, support the updating of internal procedure, including annexes, if deemed necessary
• Develop a detailed consultancy report including the diagnosis, recommendations, prioritized action plan and tools produced
• Ensure that procurement processes respect of AVSI safeguarding policies and procedures, with particular attention to PSEA
• Participate in capitalizing on lessons learned and disseminating good practices within the mission.

Essential Requirements

• University degree in economics, management, logistics, administration or equivalent field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the Humanitarian/development sector, preferably in finance, logistics and procurement
• At least 3 years previous field experience in an NGO, ideally in a similar role

Other required skills and experiences:

• Experience and well-developed skills in staff management, supervision, and capacity building
• Proven track record of supporting a senior management team, and providing strategic support
• Knowledge of the requirements of major donors and experience in budgeting and reporting to donors
• Strong capacities of financial management and planning
• Good attention to detail and analytical skills
• IT proficient minimum in most common tools such as Word, advanced Excel, Outlook, financial systems etc…
• Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure
• Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organize a workload comprised of varying and changing tasks and responsibilities
• Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills in English (written and oral) and Portuguese, with experience in managing multicultural teams.
• Previous experience in Mozambique will be considered an advantage

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