USAID USSHC Project Jobs - Senior Technical Officer, NMCP at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Organisation: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)Project Name: USAID funded Uganda Systems Strengthening for Health Commodities (USSHC)Reports to: Program Manager - NMCPManagement Sciences for Health (MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization composed of nearly 2500 people from more than 74 nationalities working in over 50 countries. Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in developing countries to create stronger management systems that improve health services for the greatest health impact. USAID funded Uganda Systems Strengthening for Health Commodities is a five year program supporting the Government of Uganda’s health system to improve the availability and accessibility of essential medicines and health supplies (EMHS).The expected results of are to:1) strengthen national policies and strategies and support cost-effective, equitable, and transparent utilization of EMHS resources; 2) strengthen country capacity for effective management and utilization of EMHS; and 3) increase availability and access of EMHS among priority populations. Job Summary: The Senior Technical Officer will support the NMCP in maintaining the current logistics management information system, reporting requirements and supply chain effectiveness to enable the program make informed decisions related to supply chain management. S/he will also offer technical guidance in collaboration with the Pharmacy Division to the ministry of health’s NMCP to strengthen the pharmaceutical management of malaria commodities for both public and Private-Not- For-Profit (PNFP) sectors. This technical assistance is also aimed at improving the capacity of the NMCP in performance monitoring of the malaria commodities supply chain. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Work closely with JMS and stakeholders to strengthen and improve ordering and reporting rates by health facilitiesSupport NMCP in the coordination with various funding partners to monitor and analyze malaria commodities pipeline for PNFP sector and all other levels of the supply system.Support annual quantifications and procurement plans for malaria commodities.Support PMI in coordinating pre-storage in-country logistics for PMI supported malaria commoditiesAssist in the preparation and monitoring of the Global Fund for AIDS Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) Procurement and Supply Chain Management (PSM) plans for malaria commodities.Assist in the collection and analysis of supply chain management data on indicators for malaria commodities and prepare periodical performance reports.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Pharmacy; supply chain management training or logistics management is an added advantageWork experience in providing logistic management technical assistance especially in the area of supply chain management, quantification and procurement Three or more years work experience with medicines logistics management information systemsWorking experience in Uganda with knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the Uganda public health system. Previous experience with USAID supported programs is an added advantage Proven ability to collaborate with other stakeholders in developing creative and strategic solutions to achieve common goals Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and shifting deadlines Demonstrated strong organizational, administrative, communications and reporting skills Strong teamwork and teambuilding skills Strong English skills required, including ability to write lucid technical reports and documentsDemonstrated computer skills, including knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their applications (cover letter and CV only) addressed to: The Human Resources Partner at MSH, Plot 15 Princess Anne Drive, Bugolobi, P.O. Box 71419, Kampala, Uganda or via email to: HRUG@msh.org. Deadline: 14th November, 2014 by 5:00PM
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