Medical Supply Officer

Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.

About this role

The Medical Supply Officer stores, moves and delivers medical products and supplies around the ship, ensuring that documentation, labelling, and placement of items around the ship are accurate. Helping to unload containers and deliveries, the Medical Supply Officer responds quickly to requests and moves around the ship a lot in a physically demanding role needing high attention to detail.

What you will contribute

• Assist in maintaining a current inventory count and accurate usage reports of Medical supplies

• Ensure all stock is appropriately labelled and tracked using the inventory management system

• Take regular physical stock inventories in the hospital supply area and throughout the Hospital Wards, Operating Room, Pharmacy, and dockside areas

• Report any pertinent information related to job challenges, issues, or improvements to the Medical Inventory Controller

• Keep equipment and stores areas clean and in good order

• Demonstrate and promote a proactive commitment to health & safety, well-being and the environment

For This Role, You Will Need

• Successful completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding program

• Previous experience with supply management beneficial

• Good problem solving abilities with strong organisational and planning skills

• Familiar with the use of a computer, databases, and email

• Ability to lift 10 kg regularly, up to 25 kg occasionally, and work for prolonged periods of time standing

The experience of a lifetime is calling.

More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.

At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.

Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve — and your own.