Job Title: Logistics Coordinator Technical Programs Support (Kampala) – Re advertised
Job Description
Logistics Coordinator Technical Programs Support (Kampala) – Re advertised
Overall Responsibility:
The Logistics Coordinator, Technical Programs support has overall responsibility for planning and coordination of SURE Program assistance to Ministry of Health technical programs.
S/he promotes collaboration and best practices in supply-chain management of program commodities with priority on essential system change, harmonization/integration, logistics information management and building program capacity to reduce wastage, optimize resource use and achieve increased availability and supply-chain efficiency of program commodities.
S/he is responsible for maintaining effective communication with the SURE program team, key stakeholders and relevant Ministry of Health departments.
The position reports to the Technical Advisor – Supply Chain Operations.
In addition the job holder will:
• Contribute technical and administrative inputs into the design and implementation of assessments of commodity supply chain management systems to identify resources and gaps which can be addressed by SURE Program.
• Take leadership in the development and implementation of work plans and reporting on the status of implementation of technical assistance activities
• Support the Quantification and Procurement planning unit (QPPU) to efficiently respond to program requests for supply-chain management assistance.
• Support the establishment and management of systems to monitor program commodity supply-chains whilst assuring data quality and utilization particularly at central level
• Advise the Ministry of Health on policy changes affecting supply chain for technical programs.
• Support the Ministry of Health to integrate vertical supply and information systems into integrated National pharmaceutical management and Information systems
• Manage performance of the program support team, identify capacity gaps, mentor and equip staff with the skills and knowledge required to accomplish their responsibilities.
Qualifications
1) Basic degree in a health field such as pharmacy, medicine, public health; a master’s degree in public health or business majoring in health systems and supply chain management,
2) At least 5 years experience in providing pharmaceutical management technical assistance especially in supply chain management, at central and health facility level preferably in sub Saharan Africa,
3) Experience in pharmaceutical/health systems strengthening is preferred,
4) Comprehensive understanding of the Ugandan public health system is an advantage, USAID supported programs experience is an added advantage,
5) Demonstrated analytical skills with computerized packages and familiarity with common PSM tools,
6) Excellent presentation skills,
7) Strong organizational, leadership, administrative, communication and reporting skills,
8)Flexibility and adaptation to changing priorities and shifting deadlines,
9) A proven ability to work as part of a team but self-managing of own time.
How to Apply
All applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partner – MSH, Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive Bugolobi, P O Box 71419, Kampala Email: HRUG@msh.org
Deadline for submission: June 29, 2012 at 12.00pm. We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates.
