The overall objective of this assignment is to provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI) to advance the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and the commitments of the Algiers Declaration. The consultant will support the design, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of priority roadmap actions aimed at strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies agenda in Algeria, linking these efforts to the broader Africa Strategy.
Working arrangement - Office based, Health and Nutrition section and Supply, Algiers, Algeria
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The overall objective of this assignment is to provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI) to advance the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and the commitments of the Algiers Declaration. The consultant will support the design, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of priority roadmap actions aimed at strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies agenda in Algeria, linking these efforts to the broader Africa Strategy.
The consultant will also support the establishment and operationalization of a Joint Steering Committee under the leadership of the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI), with participation from UNICEF, WHO, UNIDO and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate. The Committee will provide strategic oversight of the roadmap implementation, regularly review progress and priorities, identify and address implementation bottlenecks, and facilitate coordination among key partners.
If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: 
TMC0007035 External ToR.pdf
Minimum Qualification required:
Education
Masters degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, public health, health supply chain, industrial pharmacy, regulatory affairs, or a related field. A first university degree with additional relevant experience may be considered.
Work experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in pharmaceutical market analysis, pharmaceutical manufacturing, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, pharmaceutical supply chains, medicines local production, or industrial development.
Experience working with government institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, UN agencies or development partners in Algeria is highly desirable.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in French and Arabic is required. Working knowledge of English is required for coordination with stakeholders.
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
Strong understanding of Algeria’s pharmaceutical sector, local production landscape, regulatory environment and public/private manufacturing ecosystem.
Demonstrated ability to conduct market assessments, design surveys/EoIs, analyze manufacturer and product data, prepare technical reports, and coordinate multi-stakeholder processes.
Desirables:
Experience with UNICEF Supply Division, another UN procurement or supply function, or a comparable international procurement and quality-assurance system is an asset. Familiarity with UNICEF technical requirements for pharmaceutical and nutrition products, WHO prequalification and SRA/WLA reliance pathways, and GS1/TRVST or comparable traceability initiatives is desirable. Experience in confidential supplier-data management, conflict-of-interest safeguards and technical reporting in English is an advantage.
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Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
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A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template) TMC0007035 Financial proposal template.docx
- Technical proposal requirement:Candidates should submit a brief technical proposal outlining their understanding of the assignment, proposed approach to supporting the pharmaceutical market assessment and roadmap implementation, methodology for stakeholder engagement and data collection, and indicative workplan.
Remarks:
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