Storekeeper Job Vacancy at Médecins Sans Frontières – May 2025
Working Hours: Full-time
Position: Storekeeper
Reporting to: Supply Chain Officer
Location: Liwale, Lindi, Tanzania
Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
About Médecins Sans Frontières
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF operates based on neutrality and impartiality, offering support regardless of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. All staff are expected to adhere to these principles.
Main Purpose
To execute stock management activities—receipt, storage, and issuance of medical supplies, equipment, food items, tools, and logistics materials—in line with MSF standards and protocols. This role ensures the continuous and efficient functioning of MSF's operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise materials orders and dispatch to ensure rational use of goods.
- Receive deliveries and verify contents against the cargo manifest; report any discrepancies.
- Update or create stock cards immediately upon goods reception.
- Store goods in a structured, accessible, and secured manner with correct labeling and tracking.
- Monitor cold chain systems, including the control of temperature-sensitive items and cold boxes.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of the warehouse, with restricted access to authorized personnel only.
- Prepare outbound shipments, labeling freight with full shipping details according to instructions.
- Conduct physical stock counts as per the set schedule and report on stock levels, expiries, and alarms.
- Assist in the preparation of accurate stock reports.
- Immediately report damages, losses, or attempted thefts to the line manager.
About the Project
MSF has been active in Tanzania since 1993 and is currently supporting 7 health facilities in Liwale District through an integrated health approach. These include district hospitals and health centers offering CEmONC and BEmONC services. The support also covers recruitment, medical supply, infrastructure rehabilitation, and water and sanitation activities.
Qualifications
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Education: Essential secondary education; training in warehouse management preferred.
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Experience: Previous experience as a storekeeper is desirable.
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Skills:
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Basic mathematics and measuring tools proficiency.
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Computer literacy (Excel, Word) is desirable.
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Basic repair skills are an added advantage.
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Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili (spoken and written) is essential.
Competencies
- Results and Quality Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Behavioral Flexibility
- Commitment to MSF Principles
- Service Oriented
Equal Opportunity
MSF encourages applications from women and individuals from minority groups. MSF is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit the following:
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A motivation letter
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Copies of relevant professional certificates
Deadline: Tuesday, 3rd June 2025 at 4:00 PM
Subject Line: STOREKEEPER
Submit Applications To:
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Physical Submission (Optional):
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MSF Offices: Uporoto Street, Plot No.74, House No.22, Ursino Estate, Victoria, Dar es Salaam
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Nduta Refugee Camp, Kibondo District
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MSF Guest House, Kibondo
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MSF Office, Liwale, Lindi
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within six weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Data Protection Notice
By applying, you consent to MSF using your data solely for the recruitment process. Your information will be handled confidentially and only shared with individuals involved in the selection process. MSF does not charge any fee for recruitment.
MSF Commitment to Safety and Diversity
MSF is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate any form of sexual exploitation, harassment, or discrimination. All final candidates will undergo reference checks as part of MSF's safeguarding policies.
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