Evaluation of the APAC Supply Unit

CONTEXT
Since 2022, the Asia Pacific (APAC) Supply Unit (previously known as SEEAP – Southeast & East Asia and Pacific Supply Unit), was launched with the financial support from MSF France, MSF Switzerland and the former SEEAP Partnership (MSF Hong Kong, Japan and Australia). Its goal is to support operations having the products they need with good quality, reasonable lead-time and cost by ensuring MSF Supply Chain fully benefits from the market potential of the APAC region. More specifically, the objectives are:
1. Contribute to the expansion of procurement from qualified and competitive Asian suppliers by the European Supply Centers (ESCs)
2. Seek the most efficient ways of distribution (inbound logistics or direct deliveries)
3. Provide support to the missions in the region if international supply is not feasible for them
4. Support APAC SU Partners with specific institutional (office related) needs as identified

OBJECTIVES OF THE EVALUATION
The objectives are:
1. To evaluate APAC Supply Unit performance against objectives for the period 2024-2025.
2. To identify key learnings emerging from the project over the proof-of-concept period 2024-2025.
3. To formulate relevant recommendations to inform the on-going development and next steps of the APAC Supply Unit.

The evaluation report will be shared with internal stakeholders in MSF Supply Community and the APAC Partnership to support them making decisions for the next phase of the APAC Supply Unit.

PROFILE / REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATES

Candidate selection will be based on relevant experience and expertise for this evaluation mission.
Candidates may apply as individuals or consulting teams.

Experience
Essential
- Multiple years of procurement experience in INGO or UN operations, including both HQ and field postings. Solid understanding of procurement principles
- Knowledge of market assessments, supplier selection, and contract management.
- Understanding of ethical procurement practices, anti-fraud, and conflict-of-interest mitigation. 
Preferred
- Experience in the markets where APAC operates (namely China, Korea, Australia and other East and South-east Asian countries)
- Experienced in MSF
Skills
Essential
- Cross-cultural communication skills
- Team supervision, coaching, and knowledge-sharing in diverse cultural settings.
- Proficiency in English spoken and written

Applications must be sent to: veuapplication@vienna.msf.org by 29th/06/2025