Supply Chain Logistics Manager

Curriculum Vitae

MOLLEN CHAREKA

********@*****.*** +263-***-***-*** / +263-***-***-***

Skype: mollen.chareka2 : LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollen-chareka-mcips-mba-16261128/

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Dynamic and seasoned Supply Chain and Operations Specialist with over 20 years of extensive experience in humanitarian logistics, emergency response, procurement, and operational leadership across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Adept at leading high-value procurement processes, contract management, emergency logistics preparedness, and partner capacity building. Currently supporting six CARE Southern Africa Country Offices in aligning logistics and procurement strategies with global standards. A strategic thinker and a member of CIPS, and a holder of a Masters in Business Admin, also with robust knowledge of donor compliance (EU, UN, WB, USAID and others) and a proven track record in streamlining operations, managing risk, and delivering results in fragile and complex environments.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

1.Master's Business Administration (Zimbabwe) Women University in Africa

2.CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma (MCIPS) (UK) Procurement & Supply Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

3.CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma (UK) Procurement & Supply Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

4.CIPS Level 4 Diploma (UK) Procurement & Supply Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

5.Higher National Diploma in Procurement and Supply (Zimbabwe) Harare Polytechnic College

Other Certificate (acquired after four year consecutive years of learning)

1.Executive Diploma in Business Leadership (Zimbabwe Open University)

2.Certificate Social Work, University of Zimbabwe

3.National Diploma Purchasing and Supply, Harare Polytechnic College

4.Certificate Stores Management Harare, Polytechnic College

EMPLOYEMENT

CARE USA Present

Regional Supply Chain Coordinator – CARE Southern Africa Region

Period: 1 September 2023 to date.

Direct Reporting: Regional Business Services Partner

Technical Reporting: Global Supply Transformation Director (USA Based)

Countries Supported: Madagascar, Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe

Major Accomplishments

Provided technical guidance and operational support to Country Offices across the Southern

Africa Region in alignment with CARE’s global priorities.

Supported the Business Services Lead in setting and implementing regional strategic

Priorities.

Reviewed Country Office operational performance through quarterly KPI assessments and facilitated performance improvement discussions.

Led capacity-building initiatives and mentored supply chain and logistics staff on procurement planning, strategic sourcing, and effective use of Framework Agreements for timely delivery of goods and services.

Established strong collaborative relationships with Country Programme Support teams, the Global Supply Chain team, implementing partners, and global consulting firms.

Initiated and supported Country Office Supply & Logistics strategies, including emergency preparedness planning.

Participated actively in regional risk assessments and risk analysis for proactive risk mitigation.

Collaborated with regional compliance, finance, and business services leads to enhance operational performance.

Successfully led global pilot projects including:

oLocalized Procurement Initiative

oFleet Management System Implementation

oRight-Sizing Projects

oService Charging Models

Supported Country Offices during onboarding processes for Program Support Leads, Operations Managers and Supply Chain personnel.

Provided oversight and direct engagement in complex, high-value procurements.

Coordinated the timely and accurate submission of mandatory reports, including quarterly and annual physical verification and asset reconciliations.

Engaged with national stakeholders such as the Ministry of Women's Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MWACS MED), Regional Logistics Cluster.

Participated in policy reviews and contributed to the development of new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Coordinated year-end close-out activities across Country Offices, ensuring submission of mandatory regional and global reports.

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Supply and Logistics Specialist. (Temporary Employment Contract)

UNICEF June 2020–August 2023

Supply Chain & Logistics Specialist – Field Operations Support (Nigeria: Borno, Yobe, Adamawa)

Direct Reporting: Operations Manager

Technical Reporting: Chief Supply and Logistics based in Abuja)

Major Accomplishments

Provided strategic guidance on high-value procurement tenders for construction projects.

Supported the Chief of Supply and Logistics in field operations and actively participated in operational meetings.

Contributed to Country Programme Management Plan (CPMP) reviews and field office structural redesign efforts.

Supported the development of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) aligned with the Annual Work Plan.

Reviewed procurement tender documentation and Central Review Committee (CRC) minutes, ensuring compliance and submitting finalized records for approval and actively participate during the meeting explaining the risk mitigation measures and due diligence

Participated in CRC meetings and ensured due diligence and risk mitigation in procurement processes.

Conducted supplier evaluations using SEU reports to inform procurement decisions.

Prepared and signed off the End User Monitoring (EUM) SOP for field office implementation.

Supported internal audits, contributing to clean and compliant audit outcomes.

Promoted and implemented new initiatives in Innovation, Market Engagement, and End User Monitoring.

Led the development of the FO emergency procurement and logistics preparedness plan, and the logistics strategy

Collaborated with internal teams and external stakeholders, including OCHA, Military Command, UNWFP Logistics Cluster, UNICEF partners, Central Medical Stores (CMS), and suppliers.

Led capacity building and strengthened Supply Chain Management systems for local partners.

Oversaw staff performance management through goal setting and regular performance reviews.

Developed operational tools such as procurement and construction trackers to enhance monitoring and efficiency.

Facilitated cargo movement from offshore to field offices, government medical stores, and partner locations.

Successfully managed the Maiduguri Field Office warehouse and ensured effective last-mile delivery.

Coordinated closely with Country Office procurement and logistics teams for accurate delivery of supplies.

Supervised inventory management with effective stock control and no major findings realized.

Provided oversight on UNICEF offshore pharmaceutical shipments and ensured secure delivery to high risk places.

Analyzed supply dashboards to support decision-making and planning for program sections.

Participated in partner selection processes via the Humanitarian Partnership Platform (HPP).

Contributed to Programme Document (PD) reviews and monitored supply components under the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT).

Reviewed technical specifications, Terms of Reference (ToRs), and Bills of Quantities for procurement.

Delivered training, coaching, and mentorship to UNICEF staff and implementing partners.

Served as Deputy Security Warden and supported safe cargo movement to remote and insecure areas.

Collaborated with the Country Office Supply Section on supply pipeline and delivery planning.

Seconded to Country Office Logistics to manage imports from offshore and coordinate in-country distribution.

NORWEGIAN REFUGEE COUNCIL October 2018 -Sept 2019

Major Achievements for Uganda and Yemen.

Logistics Manager – Uganda & Yemen

Reporting: Country Director Uganda AND yEMEN

Key Donors Supported: UNHCR, UNICEF, NRC

Provided strategic guidance to the supply and logistics team to ensure timely procurement of goods and services, preventing program delays—particularly in projects funded by UNHCR.

Led procurement and contract management for major infrastructure projects, including:

oClassroom and shelter construction

oA large-scale water network system with tank towers in Bidibidi (UNHCR-funded)

oWater and sanitation projects in Rhino Camp (UNICEF-funded)

Oversaw end-to-end supply chain functions, including procurement, fleet, warehouse, and asset management.

Trained and managed supply chain staff to ensure accountability and improve warehouse stock management.

Provided leadership that resulted in a significant reduction in audit findings for the Uganda Country Office.

Conducted field support visits to operational sites including Taiz, Eden, Hodeida, Hajjar, and Djibouti to assess and strengthen logistics performance.

Guided the review and restructuring of the logistics function within the Uganda Country Office.

Managed large-scale water trucking operations in refugee camps, driving cost reductions through regular market assessments.

Successfully implemented the construction of a water distribution network in Bidibidi refugee settlement, improving water access.

Spearheaded the rollout of Project Deliver, an NRC global initiative aimed at optimizing supply chain efficiency and performance measurement (KPIs).

Implemented strategic sourcing and category management practices; facilitated procurement planning workshops.

Developed and rolled out Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Procurement, Fleet Management, Guest House Operations, Asset Management, and Warehouse & Inventory Management.

Reduced operational risks through effective supplier vetting, sound contract management.

DEUTSCHE WELTHUNGERHILFE (WHH) – Logistics Expert

Location: Dohuk, Sinjar, Iraq Oct 2017 – Sept 2018

Supervisor: Logistics Manager – *.**********@*******.** +49-152*-*******

Supported logistics and procurement for a €22M BMZ-funded Cash Programming and Construction Project in Sinjar, Iraq.

Provided technical oversight to cash distribution and materials used in Cash-for-Work and infrastructure programs.

Managed high-value procurement activities, including construction projects and large-scale services funded by EU, GIZ, BMZ, and WFP.

Reviewed Terms of Reference (ToRs) and technical specifications; ensured compliance with EU procurement regulations.

Collaborated with internal teams, HQ in Bonn, and local authorities including the Sub Mayor.

Reviewed logistics and procurement plans for HQ approval and presented reports in senior management meetings.

SAVE THE CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL – Supply Chain Manager

Location: Inside Syria Mar 2017 – Aug 2017

Supervisor: Sr. Supply Chain Manager – **************@*****.***

Led logistics and procurement in a high-risk, conflict setting inside Syria, overseeing cross-border operations from Iraq.

Supervised logistics teams in Northeast Syria and Iraq, ensuring program continuity in WASH, Education, Emergency, and Child Protection sectors.

Led procurement, fleet, asset, and guesthouse management; implemented strategic sourcing and category planning.

Participated in Syria Response SMT meetings and coordinated closely with Regional Office in Jordan.

Monitored KPIs, benefits tracking, and provided performance reports to regional stakeholders.

CORDAID ZIMBABWE – Logistics & Procurement Officer (In Charge)

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe Jan 2016 – Feb 2017

Supervisor: Finance & Admin Manager – ********.***.***.****@*******.***

Oversaw logistics and procurement for the World Bank-funded Result-Based Financing program supporting the Ministry of Health.

Ensured full compliance with World Bank procurement policies; achieved a clean audit.

Managed all assets, fleet, and procurement documentation, including submission for NO OBJECTION certificates.

Supported technical procurement for health system consultancies and managed contract deliverables.

WORLD VISION INTERNATIONAL – Global Supply Chain Specialist

Location: Ormoc & Tacloban, Philippines Aug 2014 – Feb 2015

Supervisor: Weretaw Birhanu – **************@*****.***

Supported recovery logistics after Typhoon Haiyan and emergency response for Cyclone Hagupit.

Oversaw procurement, warehouse, fleet, and asset management during transition from emergency to rehabilitation.

Provided monthly logistics reporting and coordinated disaster preparedness and early resource positioning.

QATAR NATIONAL FOOD SECURITY PROGRAMME (QNFSP) – Logistics & Procurement Officer

Location: Doha, Qatar Oct 2013 – Apr 2014

Supervisor: CEO – *******.********@*****.***.**

Led procurement and logistics operations, including COP18 asset management and handover to Qatari ministries.

Managed acquisition of services for national food and energy security research, engaging international consultancies.

Oversaw travel, accommodation, and procurement documentation for high-level officials.

GOAL GLOBAL (ZIMBABWE) – Procurement Manager

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe May 2011 – Jun 2012

Managed the full procurement cycle, asset management, and fleet coordination.

Prepared high-value tenders and submitted detailed monthly reports to HQ.

Supported cost reduction through fleet management optimization.

CARE INTERNATIONAL (ZIMBABWE) – Procurement Supervisor

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe Oct 2010 – Apr 2011

Supervisor: Florence Kachingwe – ********.*********@***.***

Supervised procurement for the USAID-funded PRIZE Consortium (CARE, CRS, World Vision).

Managed contracting, customs clearance, and risk assessments of supplier performance.

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

World Vision International – Zimbabwe Procurement Officer Jan 2006 – 2010

ICRISAT – Zimbabwe Logistics & Procurement Officer Mar 2005 – Dec 2005

CARE International – Zimbabwe Logistics Supervisor Jul 2002 – 2005

CONSULTANCY ENGAGEMENTS

Welthungerhilfe – Zimbabwe Logistics & Procurement Support Apr – May 2020

ICAP – Zimbabwe Fleet Management Support Jan – Mar 2020

QNFSP – Qatar Logistics & Procurement Transition May 2014

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

Member, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Language

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Speaking

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English

Fluent

Fluent

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Shona

Native

Native

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Arabic

Basic

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REFERENCES

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