AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
Operations Manager
At AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), you will be part of a global movement dedicated to saving lives, strengthening communities, and advancing health equity. You will work alongside passionate professionals committed to creating meaningful impact across Africa and beyond.
AHF is the world’s largest non-profit HIV/AIDS healthcare organization, providing cutting-edge medicine, prevention, testing, treatment, advocacy, and care services to more than 3.1 million people in 50 countries worldwide, regardless of ability to pay. Founded in 1987, AHF employs more than 9,000 staff globally and continues to lead innovative public health interventions that improve lives and strengthen health systems.
AHF is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-oriented Operations Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations leader to lead the operations of AHF-Lesotho.
AHF launched its international operations in Africa in 2002. Today, the Africa Bureau supports high-impact HIV/AIDS programs in 15 countries, namely Eswatini, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of operational functions that support AHF Lesotho’s growing HIV prevention and treatment program.
The successful candidate will provide strategic and day-to-day oversight of supply chain management, procurement, inventory control, asset management, fleet operations, facilities management, construction and renovation projects, safety and security, and office administration.
By strengthening operational systems, internal controls, compliance, and resource stewardship, the Operations Manager will help ensure uninterrupted program delivery and support services for thousands of clients across Lesotho.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Lead procurement, supply chain, and vendor management processes in compliance with AHF policies.
- Oversee inventory management, commodity distribution, and stock accountability.
- Maintain an accurate asset management system, including asset tracking and verification.
- Coordinate construction, renovation, maintenance, and facilities management projects.
- Manage vehicle fleet operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation services.
- Serve as the focal point for safety, security, and operational risk management.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, internal controls, and applicable laws.
- Supervise operations, logistics, procurement, fleet, stores, and administrative support staff.
- Prepare operational reports and support continuous improvement initiatives across the program.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate should possess:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Project Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certification or training in procurement, logistics, project management, risk management, fleet management, or facilities management will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in operations, procurement, logistics, supply chain management, administration, fleet management, asset management, or project management, preferably within NGOs, healthcare, donor-funded, or development organizations.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, vendor management, and internal controls.
- Experience managing assets, inventory, fleet operations, facilities, renovations, or construction projects.
- Excellent planning, communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High integrity, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to organizational values.
Desired Competencies
- Operational Leadership
- Procurement Compliance and Value for Money
- Planning and Execution
- Risk Management
- Team Supervision and Capacity Building
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Customer Service Orientation
- Attention to Detail and Documentation Excellence
- Ethical Conduct and Accountability
Application Submission Requirements
Interested candidates should submit:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A cover letter.
- Contact details for at least three traceable professional referees.
How to Apply
Applications should be emailed to: [email protected]
Email Subject Line: Operations Manager
Application Deadline
21st August 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
AHF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All forms of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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