Procurement and Supply Management Expert, based in francophone Africa

Expériences / Formation

To best fit into our active, interdisciplinary team, we are looking for candidates with:

• Formal qualification in pharmacy or a health related field (Master degree level) is required. A postgraduate training in PSM of health products, logistics and/or public health, or a MBA is an asset
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in managing or advising on the procurement, supply and use of health products, particularly in developing countries with expertise in:
  • assessing policies, systems and structures in the public and/or private health sector relevant for managing effective and efficient access to pharmaceuticals and other health products, particularly for AIDS, TB and malaria
  • the procurement of health products including regulations and tendering process
  • supply chain/logistics management systems and related information systems
  • quantification and forecasting of health product needs in public health programs
  • a good understanding of AIDS, TB, malaria market dynamics and existing global supply challenges as well as international health products procurement and supply management practices, applicable national and international laws and recognized standards
  • strong professional oral communication, writing and analytical skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents; strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact to effectively communicate with senior-level officials; experience in proposal writing is an asset
• Minimum of 8 years of management experience, preferably in the health sector with:
  • strong project management and team management skills, ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines in complex environment; an in-depth knowledge of issues relating to project management in developing countries
  • ability to attract and acquire short term mandates with different donors
• Excellent command of English AND French (speaking & writing) BOTH required, another language (Spanish or Portuguese) is an asset

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Job Profile:

Salary: to be discussed

Start Date: upon agreement

Duration: limited contract, initially two years with possibility of renewal based on performance

Percentage: 100%

Travel Required? duration, frequency and destinations based on needs; details to be further discussed

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How to apply?

If you are interested, please submit your application via email to Bertrand Chenin ([email protected]) with the heading “Application PSM Position Francophone Africa” and the following information:

• CV in English (maximum 3 pages)
• All relevant reference letters and diploma
• Names and contact information (email and/or phone) of 3 referees
• Salary expectations
• Possible starting date

The deadline for applications is 31 December 2020. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview. The recruitment for the position will be finalized by end of January 2021.