Advisor, National Pharmaceutical Supply Management, PROMESS

Port-au-Prince

Organization: WHO - World Health Organization
Location: Port-au-Prince
Grade: Mid level - P-4, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Logistics
- Pharmacy
- Supply Chain
Closing Date: Closed

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

The primary objective of the Department of Health Systems and Services (HSS) is to strengthen health systems based on Primary Health Care, supporting universal access to health and universal health coverage. Its work encompasses the following areas\: strengthening of health systems stewardship and governance to achieve universal access to health and address the social determinants of health, including social protection in health; strengthening of regulatory frameworks and financial protection for progressive realization of the right to health; organizing people-centered, integrated health service delivery; promoting access to and rational use of quality, safe, and effective health technologies; health policies, and technical cooperation; and developing human resources for health.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the general supervision of the PAHO/WHO Representative, and the direct supervision of the Advisor, Health Systems and Services, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following duties\:

Provide technical advice and lead the implementation of the Programme de MÃ©dicaments Essentiels (PROMESS) Biennium Work Plan (BWP); including support to the development and strengthening of the national pharmaceutical supply system;
Provide technical support and guidance to the Management Committee of PROMESS; promote and improve the degree of integration of the project within the national supply system in accordance with the strategic orientations of the Committee; develop and coordinate lines of action to contribute to the overall vision, mandates and objectives of the Program, including linkages with the Caribbean sub regional measures to ensure pharmaceuticals availability in case of emergencies;
Develop mid-year and annual work plans and reports including indicators to measure and assess performance of the Program\: prepare and present performance reports to the PROMESS Management Committee and the PAHO/WHO Representative in Haiti;
Plan, manage and monitor overall business operations, including the improvement of the stock management, budget and financing processes; ensure use of appropriate systems and application of modern technology for inventory management and related administrative processes;
Develop and/or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for PROMESS, in accordance with PAHOâs rules and regulations, and ensure implementation by the team;
Mobilize financial and technical resources to ensure funding of PROMESS; promote a permanent partnership with key bilateral and multilateral agencies and other partners, and implement advocacy strategies in support of the project;
Ensure PROMESS activities are in line with priorities of the national health programs, particularly with the Essential Medicines Program; promote the essential medicines concept and the rational use of medicines within health institutions;
Collaborate in the preparation of the RepresentationÂ´s Biennial Work Plan (BWP) and the execution of international cooperation, including the analysis of political, technical and socioeconomic realities;
Contribute to the coordination of delivery of the Organizationâs technical cooperation and financial assistance, working as part of the team of consultants assigned to the Representative Office;
When called upon to directly supervise staff, establish clear work objectives, conduct timely and effective performance appraisals, provide coaching and feedback, and support staff development opportunities;
Perform other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education\:

Essential\: A university degree in a pharmaceutical science, management, administration, finance or related field, with a masterâs degree in business administration, logistics, or procurement or a related field from a recognized institution.

In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO, only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link\: http\://www.whed.net/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http\://www.chea.org/search/default.asp and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https\://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process.

Experience\:

Essential\: Nine years of combined national and international progressively responsible experience in general management in the public and/or private sector to include project management in the health-pharmaceutical sector and/or managing a large supply acquisition and distribution project.

SKILLS\:

PAHO Competencies\:

Intrainstitutional Action\: Leads team efforts toward full understanding of the policies the organization must operate within as well as the Standard of Conduct for the International Civil Service. Leads employees and co-workers toward operating in a fair, consistent and equitable manner, and displays such behavior by example. Behaves consistently in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the Organization.
Analysis, Synthesis, and Forecasting\: After analyzing situations on the basis of the available evidence and knowledge, leads oneâs area of responsibility toward individual and collective actions. Encourages the importance of continual analysis. Verifies and promotes that action is taken in situations that will require future intervention, based on ongoing analysis. Leads others in decisions needed to implement required actions. Is capable of anticipating the implications of analyzed situations between one and two years ahead.
Teamwork\: Embraces and leads consensual decision-making, that is, leading the fulfillment of team decisions, even when they may not fully coincide with oneâs own opinions or proposals. Knows how to manage difficult team situations and promotes consensus building. Takes responsibility for the teamâs successes and failures.
Devising the budget for interventions and cost optimization\: Demonstrates initiative and managerial capacity in obtaining alternative sources of financing and in mobilizing extrabudgetary resources for interventions. Acquires adequate funding, based upon the resources allocated in intervention plans.
Thinking, planning and the strategic management of technical cooperation interventions\: Selects priority ideas for executing the interventions after anticipating their potential problems and solutions. Participates in the preparation of strategic plans, providing input about their impact, quality, critical points, and risks.
External Action\: Promotes the values of the Organization through mutually relationships with external institutions. Monitors one's work using transparency in the execution of all tasks.
Resource Mobilization\: Works in an objective manner to obtain and apportion resources (financial and non-financial) according to need. Supports and advises technical areas to enable best use of resources are aligned with the mission and vision of the Organization. Is able to work in a multicultural environment. Is flexible and has the ability to work well under pressure. Is able to give feedback to partners within and outside the organization about the use of the resources and the results acquired.

Technical Expertise\:

Theoretical and practical knowledge of pharmaceutical quality and regulatory issues; excellent knowledge of current international standards in Good Laboratory Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Procurement Practices, Good Storage and Distribution Practices.
Theoretical and practical knowledge of the basic principles of management to include administration, finance and human resources.
Sound knowledge of pharmaceutical markets.
Expert knowledge of procurement, supply and distribution management especially in health / pharmaceutical sector(s).
Knowledge and skills in the formulation of technical cooperation interventions and in the development of criteria and instruments for evaluating program interventions.
Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical/persuasive documents for consideration at the highest levels of the Organization.

Languages\:

Very good knowledge of French or English with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Spanish and/or Portuguese would be an asset.

IT Skills\:

Demonstrated ability to effectively use a computer and utilize software programs such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook. Other IT skills and knowledge of other software programs such as Visio and Project would be an asset.

REMUNERATION

Annual Salary\: (Net of taxes)

US $70,647.00

Post Adjustment\: 40.1% of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

THIS VACANCY NOTICE MAY BE USED TO FILL OTHER SIMILAR POSITIONS AT THE SAME GRADE LEVEL

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations,

Staff Rules and e-Manual.

For information on PAHO please visit\: http\://www.paho.org

PAHO/WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

PAHO/WHO offers an attractive compensation package including an annual net salary and post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and exchange rates (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance). Other benefits include\: 30 days annual leave, dependency benefits, pension plan and health insurance scheme. Benefits for internationally recruited staff may include home leave, travel and removal expenses on appointment and separation, education grant for dependent children, assignment grant and rental subsidy.

Candidates appointed to an international post with PAHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.

CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED ONLY IF THEY ARE UNDER SERIOUS CONSIDERATION. HAITI IS CURRENTLY UNDER PHASE 3 AND IS A NON-FAMILY DUTY STATION. A WRITTEN TEST AND/OR INTERVIEW WILL BE HELD FOR THIS POST. THE POST DESCRIPTION IS THE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION FOR ORGANIZATIONAL PURPOSES.

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