Supply Chain Data Management Advisor - Abuja, Nigeria - Management Sciences for Health -MSH

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

For over 15 years, MSH has partnered with Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH), state ministries of health, and health service providers to control infectious diseases and improve child and maternal health. Our systemic approach helps to ensure long-lasting results: MSH has helped to expand access to high-quality health services; develop pharmaceutical and supply chain management capacities; build skills in leadership, transparency, and accountability; and create new avenues for health sector stakeholders to share knowledge with their colleagues throughout Africa.

JOB SUMMARY

QualificationsEducation:Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree. Postgraduate Degree in Public Health / Health Sciences or MBA is an added advantage.Experience:Minimum of five (5) years field-level experience with Malarial programs and public health commodities supported by bilateral agencies such as GF, USAID/CDC, and other funders particularly those related to supply chain managementHas demonstrated the ability to effectively and efficiently coordinate Supply Chain Management activities in at least 5 States implementing Malaria program.Proven capacity to support and strengthen different State governments' supply chain sustainability structures such as LMCUs and LLMCUs.Proven experience in data analytics, particularly, supply chain data on the NHLMIS platform.Ability to leverage state government human resources to bridge gaps to meet and address emergency situations.Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and qualityAbility to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workloadLogical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressureMonitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective actionKnowledge and Skills:Highly skilled pharmacistAbility to demonstrate skills in supply chain management and data analyticsGood communication and interpersonal skillsExceptional skills with ALL Microsoft office other data analytical packages.Excellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills.Competencies:Must be registered with the relevant professional body-Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN)Have an excellent grasp of SCMS issues and current literature on SCMS in a developing country contextHave an excellent understanding of comprehensive malarial programming, including program design, implementation, and evaluationStrong working competency in computer applications to carry out management and data analysis as may be requiredExtensive familiarity with the NHLMIS platform operations and interoperability with DHIS 2.Must possess the ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management Responsibilities:Work with the Senior Manager PSM Spearheading the strategic design and implementation of all SCMS activities implemented under the global fund project in the designated focus state.General Responsibilities:Provide technical assistance (TA) to a multi-disciplinary team of service providers in LMIS data management to streamline the process for Malaria Health Products cyclic LMD generation.Provide TA to a large number of national and state level MHP data managers to ensure the institutionalization of an efficient and effective data generation and at designated health facilities across all GF supported states.Able to prepare and analyze Last mile distribution plan and use same to inform long haul planProvide guidance to a multi-disciplinary team of service providers (doctors/nurses/pharmacists/laboratory scientists) on real-time monitoring, documentation, and reporting (monthly, bimonthly and quarterly)Work closely with the Technical Direct PSM to support NMEP, NPSCMP, and use the same to support the state LMCUs.Working closely with the Technical Director, PSM to coach and mentor service providers and state government partners to strengthen the SCMS capacity at the state level and in each partner health facility.Utilizing adapted tools, build the capacity of relevant health facility staff (doctors/nurses/pharmacists/laboratory scientists) on forecasting, inventory management and reporting.Monthly/ bi-monthly progress report to the Technical Director, PSMWork closely with the Technical Director PSM, to provide TA to the state logistics technical working group (TWG)/ LMCUs to ensure the implementation of a harmonized logistic management system and frameworkLiaise and network with relevant GF SRs partners and collaborators to improve MSH's visibility, coordination of activities, and promotion of shared advocacy agenda for SCMS at the state level.Participate at national-level Malaria PSM technical working group (TWG) meetings hosted by the same or other international agencies as required.Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor (Technical Director, PSM)

REQUIRED SKILLS

Reporting, Logistics planning and management, Supply and demand planning, Stock and inventory management

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree