The Global Health Supply Chain Program – Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC-TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID),
provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country
supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family
planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and reproductive, maternal,
newborn and child health (RMNCH) as well as essential medicines and
medical supplies. In coordination with in-country and development
partners, GHSC-TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania (GoT) health
programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance;
improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing
capacity building support to broaden stakeholders’ understanding and
engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling
environments to improve supply chain performance.
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Job Title: Life Long Insecticide Treated Nets (LLIN) Advisor
Department/Unit: Performance
and Analytics.Location: GHSC – TA – TZ office Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Performance and Analytics Team Lead
Job Summary
The Life Long Insecticide Treated Nets (LLIN) Advisor will work under
the administrative and technical guidance of the Performance and
Analytics Team Lead and is responsible for leading Insecticide Treated
Nets (ITN) commodity tracking and visibility both in Tanzania Mainland
and Zanzibar. He/She will work to revive the Chandarua Kliniki dashboard
and link it with eLMIS and DHIS2 system including institutionalizing
best practices on systems and data management. S/he will work in
collaboration with national stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health,
Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), the
President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government
(PO-RALG), Medical Stores Department (MSD), and the Ministry of Health
of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar. S/he will champion
collaboration with local available partners and leverage existing
systems such as eLMIS and DHIS2 to improve ITN supply chain data
visibility through dashboard and promote data-driven decision-making to
improve the supply chain. This position will be based in Dar es Salaam,
with occasional travel.
OVERVIEW:
The Global Health Supply Chain Program Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC-TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH). In coordination with in-country and development partners, GHSC-TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania health programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance; improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing capacity building support to broaden stakeholders' understanding and engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling environments to improve supply chain performance.
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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
· Work with local partners and institutions as needed to revive /develop Chandarua Kliniki Dashboard; monitor progress on developments of dashboard and report out to stakeholders.
· Routinely track key ITN data and provide reports to stakeholders including USAID, ZAMEP, and NMCP
· Advise on best practices on systems and data management.
· Collaborate with project technical teams, the Central Medical Stores and Medical Stores Department, ZAMEP, NMCP and other stakeholders to develop SOPs, appropriate indicators and define data requirements where needed for tracking distribution of ITN through eLMIS and DHIS2 with visualization through Chandarua Kliniki dashboard.
· Using Chandarua Kliniki dashboard, track and report on variances observed, causes for the variance, and advice on action to be taken to mitigate the variances in collaboration with key stakeholders.
· Monitor changes on ITN delivery (such as alternate distribution channel and data reporting requirements) and advise accordingly.
· Prepare and share monthly, quarterly and annual reports including documenting success stories, best practices, and lessons learned
· Elevate the use of supply chain data in programmatic decision making; identify barriers to data quality and use, and develop and implement recommendations for addressing them.
· Ensure key stakeholders including NMCP and ZAMEP are engaged and oriented at all levels to promote commitment and ownership for the sustainability of established ITN dashboard.
· Support the development of work plans, budgets and its implementation.
· Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
· An advanced degree/ master’s degree in health information management, statistics, public health, pharmacy, or another relevant field.
· Skills in data visualization dashboards/tools and data requirement gathering.
· At least 3 years of experience in public health implementation at the national level.
· Knowledge of ITNs, and Tanzania health commodities supply chain.
· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including English.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
· Ability to work with partners in implementing programs in challenging environments.
· Experience in working with MOHCDGEC-National Malaria Control Program, Zanzibar Malaria Elimination Program (ZAMEP) and USAID funded projects is desired.
· Demonstrated ability to monitor and train health care workers.
· Knowledge on the Tanzania health information systems including HMIS, eLMIS and DHIS2.
· Proven inter-personal skills and ability to work well both within a team and independently.
· Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and to prioritize competing demands.
Job Title: Software Developer
Department/Unit: Management Information System (MIS).
Location: Dar es Salaam.
Reports to: MIS Team Lead.
Department/Unit: Management Information System (MIS).
Location: Dar es Salaam.
Reports to: MIS Team Lead.
Job Summary
The Software Developer will work under the guidance of the MIS Team Lead
and in collaboration with other developers he/she will be for
maintaining tier 3 support of eLMIS both in Tanzania Mainland and
Zanzibar. S/he will work to support system development and health
information exchange across the multiple systems in the health sector
including eLMIS, DHIS2, mSupply and Epicor. S/he will work in
collaboration with national stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health,
Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), the
President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government
(PO-RALG), Medical Stores Department (MSD), and the Ministry of Health
of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar.
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The Global Health Supply Chain Program Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC-TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and Reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH). In coordination with in-country and development partners, GHSC-TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania health programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance; improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing capacity building support to broaden stakeholders' understanding and engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling environments to improve supply chain performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
· Develop software feature enhancements in Java and JavaScript, conduct testing, and provide maintenance and support for existing functionality of eLMIS
· • Use eLMIS Web-based bug tracking systems (Jira) to log bugs and enhancements and to update bug resolution status.
· • Liaise with the global OpenLMIS Core team to become familiar with the latest architecture and software development practices of OpenLMIS v3.x.
· • Utilize global standard practices/templates for software development, to brief on progress being made on software development projects, and to collaborate and contribute to software development practices of OpenLMIS v3.x.
· • Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) by supporting the review of new redesign requirements, finalizing user stories and prioritized backlog in consultation with project managers. Develop and manage release plans.
· • Work closely with users to design and develop specifications for software development work including wireframes, report layouts, business rules and user interfaces.
· • Develop automatic functional and performance test script for eLMIS.
· • Preparing a plan to support long term capacity building to MoHCDGEC and PORALG ICT staff on OpenLMIS code base.
· • Prepare technical documentation and user/training manuals for software applications.
· • Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of all systems and related applications and implement improvements accordingly.
· • Provide regular updates to the supervisor, technical team, and project management team on work progress and any local database development issues that may be of concern.
· • Work as part of the Management Information System (MIS) team and be available for deployment to support the systems and users whenever need arises.
· Support integration of eLMIS with other digital system on health sector like DHIS2, mSupply etc.
· Support GOT on the development of pharmacy and inventory modules on facility level systems (GoTHOMIS and AfyaCare).
· • Participate in in-country system linkages in areas of synergies like GoTHOMIS/AfyaCare using health information exchange.
· Perform other duties as assigned
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Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications in Education & Experience:
· B.Sc in Computer Science or IT or related field from recognized University/College
· Familiar with/ Experience with health sector digital systems like DHIS2, AfyaCare, GoTHOMIS and HFR.
· At least five years of experience in developing web-based applications in Java
· Knowledge on the Tanzania health information systems including HMIS, eLMIS and DHIS2.
· Experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS, proficiency in SQL, and stored procedures.
· Experience with Javascript and HTML, CSS, AngularJS, ReactJS, and/or NodeJS.
· Experience with Model – View – Controller (MVC) based application development
· Experience in source control systems such as git, bitbucket, SVN, or CVS
· Experience with deployment management tools (Jenkins, chef/puppet)
· Experience with ant/gradle scripting
· Experience with selenium/jasmine/cucumber automated testing frameworks
· Experience in working with MOHCDGEC-National Malaria Control Program, Ministry of Health Zanzibar, Zanzibar Malaria Elimination Program (ZAMEP) and USAID funded projects is desired.
Other Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Established cultural competency in partnering with racial, cultural and linguistically diverse groups.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and comfortable in a fast-paced technical environment.
- Good communication skills with strong verbal and written English.
- Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment but self-managing of own time, take on responsibility and follow-through on assignments.
- Ability to work with Linux operating systems and shell scripting language such as bash
- Familiarity with apache/nginx web server and tomcat/jboss application server
- Understanding of networking and information security
- Experience using software development methodologies
Job Title: Supply Chain Advisor
Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use
Location: GHSC -TA – TZ project office Dodoma or Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Senior Capacity Building Advisor
Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use
Location: GHSC -TA – TZ project office Dodoma or Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Senior Capacity Building Advisor
Job Summary
The Supply Chain Advisor will work under the technical guidance of the
Senior Capacity Building Advisor and will focus on supporting the
rollout of the redesign logistics system. S/he will work with the System
Redesign Technical Team to ensure alignment across stakeholders on the
approach and steps in the system redesign roll out. S/he will work with
in country stakeholders including the Medical Stores Department (MSD),
President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government
(PO-RALG), and the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender,
Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC). This position will be based in Dar es
Salaam or Dodoma, with significant in-country travelJob Description
OVERVIEW:
The Global Health Supply Chain Program Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and Reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH). In coordination with in-country and development partners, GHSC TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania health programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance; improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing capacity building support to broaden stakeholders' understanding and engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling environments to improve supply chain performance.
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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Provide technical guidance and secretariat support to the System Redesign Technical Team, ensuring harmonization and alignment across GoT stakeholders, IPs, and any other relevant stakeholders.
· Maintain and manage all relevant materials and tools for implementation of the revised system, including training curriculum and standard operating procedures.
· Plan for and conduct monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the redesigned system, continuously determining the changes that may be needed and support their implementation
· Facilitate workshops and meetings with key stakeholders in relation to the implementation of the redesigned logistics system.
· Collaboratively develop an implementation plan for the rollout of the system to the rest of the country, managing close collaboration with PSU, MSD, and PO-RALG.
· Provide technical support to MSD zones in line with the redesigned system rollout.
· Liaise with the MIS team to ensure that all relevant needs for the system are captured in the eLMIS.
· Present GHSC TA-TZ work in different stakeholders’ meetings
· Share updates and plans of activities to internal staff
· Ensure workplan activities related to the system design are completed on time and of high quality
· Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned in the system rollout.
· Serve as a technical resource for project staff for implementing supply chain improvement strategies and management approaches related to capacity building.
· Support other capacity building activities as needed.
· Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
· Complete and submit in a timely fashion written technical and trip reports.
· Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
· Degree in Pharmacy, Supply Chain, Public Health, or related field.
· At least five years of experience in health supply chains, including experience working in Tanzania’s public health supply chain.
· Knowledge of best practices in supply chain management, particularly for health
· Experience providing capacity building
· Knowledge of various electronic health information systems such as eLMIS preferred
· Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
· Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills
· Excellent written and verbal English
· A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
· Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
· Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
· Ability to travel for an extended period away from duty station to support technical activities
Job Title: IMPACT Teams Advisor - 2 Positions
Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ Project Office Dodoma
Reports to: Capacity Building Advisor
OVERVIEW:
Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ Project Office Dodoma
Reports to: Capacity Building Advisor
Job Summary
The IMPACT teams Advisor will work under the technical guidance of the
Capacity Building Advisor , and will focus on implementing the
Information Mobilized for Performance Analysis and Continuous
Transformation (IMPACT) team approach, is a people centered, data driven
quality improvement approach. S/he will identify and encourage the
adoption of leading practices for mentoring and building the skills of
relevant stakeholders within the Government of Tanzania (GoT) around
data use for performance improvement through the design and
institutionalization of IMPACT teams. S/he will work with in country
stakeholders including the President’s Office of Regional Administration
and Local Government (PO-RALG), the Ministry of Health, Community
Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), and Medical Stores
Department (MSD) in building capacity in using supply chain systems and
data for decision making, and to take actions to improve product
availability. S/he will champion data use and data quality improvement
efforts throughout the supply chain. This position will be based in
Dodoma, with occasional travel to zones. Read Also:
OVERVIEW:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Support the implementation of the IMPACT team approach to improve supply chain performance.
· Maintain and manage all relevant materials and tools for implementation of IMPACT teams, including training curriculum and standard operating procedures
· Identify and implement ways to improve IMPACT team approach and tools, including data analysis and use, dashboard and tool development, and the projects approach to implementation, including training approaches and methodology
· Work closely with the Logistics Management Services (LMS) Advisors and the LMS to align IMPACT team activities with other activities improving data quality and use, share lessons learned and best practices, and harmonize approaches and objectives
· Collaborate with other GHSC-TA-TZ staff to monitor the performance of IMPACT teams
· Build capacity within relevant partners such as PO-RALG, implementing partners, and GHSC-TA-TZ staff in IMPACT teams
· Contribute IMPACT team training materials and capacity building materials to the eLearning platform, as appropriate
· Ensure workplan activities for the IMPACT team approach are completed on time and of high quality
· Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned in IMPACT teams
· Serve as a technical resource for project staff for implementing supply chain improvement strategies and management approaches related to capacity building.
· Support other capacity building activities as needed.
· Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
· Complete and submit in a timely fashion written technical and trip reports.
· Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
· Perform other duties as assigned
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Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
· A qualified Pharmacist, advanced degree in Public Health, Supply Chain, or related field.
· Five years of experience in health programs, including experience in Tanzania’s public health supply chain.
· Experience providing supply chain trainings and conversant in adult learning
· Knowledge of various electronic health information systems such as eLMIS
· Ability to analyze supply chain data, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare quality presentation/reports
· Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders to use supply chain data for performance improvement.
· Knowledge of leading practices related to human resource capacity building
· Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
· Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
· Excellent written and verbal English
· A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
· Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
· Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
· Ability to travel for an extended period away from duty station to support technical activities
Job Title: Performance and Analytics Team Lead (PATL)
Department/Unit: Performance and Analytics
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ project office: Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Deputy Chief of Party
JOB SUMMARY:
The Performance and Analytics Team Lead (PATL) will work under the administrative and technical guidance of the Deputy Chief of Party, and is responsible for leading the project in determining and documenting its own performance as well as the performance of the public health supply chain. S/he will work in collaboration with national stakeholders such as Medical Stores Department (MSD), the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), and the President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG) and the Ministry of Health of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar. S/he will champion data use, analysis and data quality improvement efforts throughout the supply chain, and promote the use of data-driven decision-making to improve the supply chain. This position will be based in Dar es Salaam, with occasional travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead the supply chain Performance and Analytics Team in identifying supply chain performance drivers, and developing actionable recommendations to improve supply chain performance
Create short advocacy pieces, utilizing compelling visuals on supply chain performance, for dissemination to local and international audiences
Leverage data from a range of existing systems (including eLMIS and DHIS2) to conduct statistical analyses and analyze the performance of the supply chain, highlighting pain points; link supply chain data with other health services data.
Elevate the use of supply chain data in programmatic decision making; identify barriers to data quality and use, and develop and implement recommendations for addressing them.
Champion the use of supply chain key performance indicators (KPIs) and facilitate institutionalization among key counterparts; identify and highlight when refinement of indicators may be needed.
Lead the implementation of the project’s performance monitoring plan (PMP) and results framework, and in Data Quality Assessments
Provide technical input into dashboards from and across information systems, including eLMIS dashboards and the supply chain portal
Prepare monthly bullets, quarterly reports, annual reports, success stories, and other communications pieces documenting the project’s achievements, challenges, and risks
Respond to any reporting requirements from USAID, including stock status, required indicators, items at risk of expiry, and other ad hoc reports
Assist with the sampling, collection, cleaning, documentation and analysis of primary survey data for the project; assist with training of data collectors in preparation for surveys and other field work.
Support the development of work plans, budgets, and activity monitoring and evaluation tools.
Ensure all data collected through the project are stored and accessible to the project team
Participate in relevant meetings and technical working groups and liaise between, GoT programs, donors, and other partners.
Perform other duties as assigned
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Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
An advanced degree/ Masters Degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Statistics, Public Health, Pharmacy or other relevant field
Skills in SPSS, STATA, and other statistical software packages
Skills in data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Google Analytics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management.
Proven experience in public health programs, with three years or more senior management experience preferred
Specific experience in HIV/AIDS, malaria, TB, reproductive health and essential medicines programs strongly desired.
Proven track record in systems performance assessment and M&E responsibilities, including development/implementation in PMP management and analytics
Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
Ability to work on a team to develop strategies and manage implementation of projects
Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience managing a USAID funded contract or grant is a plus
Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs
Job Title: Business Analyst
Department/Unit: Management Information Systems (MIS)
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ Project Office Dar es Salaam
Reports to: MIS Team Lead
JOB SUMMARY:
The Business Analyst will work under the guidance of the Management Information Systems (MIS) Team Lead, and will focus on facilitating all business architecture activities for the electronic logistics management information systems (eLMIS), and coordinating functional requirements for development and integration. S/he will work with in country stakeholders including the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) and the President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG) to build consensus on business architecture decisions, where appropriate. This position will be based in Dar es Salaam, with occasional travel.
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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Support the development of user requirements, including business process mapping and use case development or required system specifications
Monitor the log of bug, enhancement, and wish list in the JIRA/confluence wiki; prioritize backlog in consultation with MIS team and key counterparts
Periodically convene eLMIS (and related systems) subject matter experts on to gather and analyze user requirements, articulate objectives for requirements and document
Facilitate government counterpart(s) involvement and active participation in the OpenLMIS community for new features and latest release/versions of OpenLMIS v3.x for alignment.
Develop test plans and schedules for any system changes, in collaboration with software developers and the MIS team
Maintain and manage relevant documentation for MIS, including technical documentation, user manuals, and related training curriculum
Conduct trainings for users, as required
Proactively identify and implement ways to improve eLMIS functionality and use, conducting regular reviews of performance
Participate in in-country system linkages in areas of synergies for health facility level systems like GoTHOMIS, EMR and available registries like Health Facility Registry – HFR through the established Health Information Exchange platform(s)
Work closely with software developers, advisors and clients/end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction
Ensure BA assigned workplan activities are completed on time and of high quality
Serve as a technical resource for project staff on MIS activities, and support other MIS activities as needed.
Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
Complete and submit in a timely fashion written technical and trip reports.
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Health Information, Business Management, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
At least 4 years of practical experience in eLMIS, DHIS2, HMISj and/ or related systems
Experience working with MOHCDGEC, health programs and knowledge of the larger HIS ecosystem in Tanzania
Experience with MIS technical documentation and user manuals
Experience conducting training
Familiarity with software development methodologies
Experience in Ul mock-up tool such as Visio, Lucidchart or Gliffy
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
Proven communications and writing skills in English
Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment but self-managing of own time
Ability to interact with and assist a wide range of end users
Ability to work independently, take responsibility, and follow-through on assignments
Experience with USAID-funded projects preferred.
Job Title: Laboratory Supply Chain Advisor
Department/Unit Demand Planning
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ Project Office: Dodoma
Reports to: Senior Demand Planning Advisor
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Job Summary/f unction:
The Laboratory Supply Chain Advisor is expected to provide technical assistance to the HIV Pharmaceutical and Laboratory Services Unit under the National AIDS Control Program (NACP) as well as working closely with Assistant Director Diagnostics Services (ADDS) and Head of Laboratory Services (HLS) to ensure that HIV/AIDS commodities needs are accurately planned, forecasted, procured, stored, distributed and managed according to set standard, procedures and regulations. In addition, the advisor will be required to provide updated information and data on commodities status, risks and data quality issues and advice on appropriate corrective measures as may be needed. S/He will work to collaborate with key stakeholders including Medical Stores Department, PEPFAR, Global Fund, Pharmaceutical Supplies Unit, other sections within the NACP and other MOHCDGEC programs, as may be needed, to attain the best HIV/AIDS commodities availability and accessibility in the country.
Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Develop interventions/solutions for addressing Laboratory Supply Chain bottlenecks such as using trends and peer-to-peer benchmarking to improve accountability.
Support the development and execution of effective management of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodity changes and demand management strategies, procurement plans, storage, distribution and monitoring of activities gearing to improving availability of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities.
Provide technical expertise in annual HIV/AIDS laboratory quantification exercises and ensure quantification reports are written timely.
Participate in quarterly review of supply plan and generate updated supply plan for laboratory commodity, and providing coaching to GoT counterparts in supply plan management.
Update and monitor pipeline databases to ensure optimal laboratory supply of commodities.
Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly supply chain performance reports to the program, and facilitate its distribution to relevant stakeholders such as PEPFAR and Global Fund
Monitor HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities shelf life, prepare and follow through with action plans to avoid expiry of products in storage facilities
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Respond to laboratory supply chain queries from GHSC-PSM, PEPFAR, and USAID I Tanzania regarding USG funded shipments, ensuring productive collaboration between NACP and PSM.
Work with MSD and TMDA in ensuring that laboratory reagents and consumables and other related supplies are reported in accordance with the guidelines
Review HIV/AIDS laboratory shipment updates from PSM and Global Fund and provide guidance for responsible actors to take action where needed
Build capacity within the NACP on order management processes such as placing orders with GHSC-PSM.
Collaborate with key stakeholders including Medical Stores Department, PEPFAR, Global Fund, Pharmaceutical Supplies Unit, MOHCDGEC programs, and Implementing Partners as may be needed, to attain the best laboratory HIV/AIDS commodities availability and accessibility in the country and provide timely feedback as may be required.
Coordinate key stakeholders which may include but not limited to MSD, PSU, TMDA, MOHCDGEC-Diagnostic Unit, NACP-PLSU, and other USG Implementing Partners to address supply chain issues including funding mobilization for HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities and leveraging of supply chain resources.
Contribute to the development of supply chain research questions to help identify determinants of product availability.
Support the preparations of annual work-plans and budgets and ensure smooth implementation of all activities.
Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including development of project success stories.
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
An advanced degree or a Master’s Degree in Public Health, , Laboratory Science or other relevant area
Experience in working with USAID funded projects.
Previous experience in HIV commodity management and supply chain data analysis.
Knowledge in health supply chains in Tanzania.
Knowledge on Tanzania Logistics Management Systems such the eLMIS, quantification tools (such as ForLab, Quantimed and Pipeline® is an added advantage.
Ability to use infographic-style data visualization methods for senior-level management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Swahili
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
Job Title: Demand Planning Advisor
Department/Unit Demand Planning
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ Project Office: Dodoma
Reports to: Senior Demand Planning Advisor
JOB SUMMARY:
The Demand Planning Advisor will strive to improve overall availability of medicines in Tanzania; provide technical expertise to demand planning and quantification, with specific focus on reproductive health, malaria, and TB; identify and encourage the adoption of leading practices for forecasting and supply planning; mentor and build the skills of relevant stakeholders within the GoT to forecast demand, and monitor supply plans; and recommend interventions to improve commodity security.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Provide technical subject matter expertise on all areas related to demand planning management including but not limited to:
Providing expert technical assistance in quantification of commodity needs, focusing on reproductive and child health, malaria and TB, and advocating for best practices in forecasting and supply planning
Preparing for and executing quantification exercises, in partnership with GoT
Conducting forecast accuracy analyses and identifying areas of improvement
Coaching stakeholders from the GoT to review and analyze supply chain implications of product selection and changes in testing, treatment, and care guidelines, and adjust supply plans accordingly
Providing guidance to estimate the cost of required commodities and identifying financial resources to meet commodity financing needs
Coaching the GoT to perform pipeline analyses and monitor in-country supply levels
Highlighting potential supply plan challenges, and develop recommendations to address them
Consulting with project team members based in field to identify issues in data quality and availability, and identifying opportunities to improve data that informs quantification exercises.
Ensure timely submissions of supply plans, PPMR, and PPMRm to GHSC-PSM
Participate in routine communications with GHSC-PSM, and highlight issues that should be brought to national programs for decision making
Participate in annual work planning process and provide inputs to the operations team to budget for demand planning activities including meetings, trainings, and other activities
Identify lessons learned, best practices, and success stories
Complete and submit timely written technical and trip reports
Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
Higher qualification in Pharmacy, or other Public Health professions
Experience with national quantifications for malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH)
Data analysis and data management skills
Advanced skills in Excel highly desirable
Experience in and knowledge of leading practices in quantification
Knowledge of health supply chains in Tanzania
Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders to conduct forecasts and quantifications
Experience with PipeLine, Quantimed, QuanTB preferred.
Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
Excellent written and verbal English.
Ability to prepare and present information related to commodity availability
Ability to work independently and on a team
Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
Proficiency in common computer packages (eg.Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
Able to travel in-country to support technical activities.
Able to travel internationally to attend trainings and conferences as needed.
Job Title: Logistics Management Services Advisor – 2 Positions
Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ project office: Dodoma
Reports to: Capacity Building and Data Use Team Lead
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The Logistics Management Services (LMS) Advisor will work under the technical guidance of the Capacity Building and Data Use Team Lead, and is focused on building capacity of LMS staff. She/he is dedicated to ensuring that LMS staff have the skills required to enable them to fulfill the scope, functions, and activities of the LMS as described in the updated LMS Charter, and supports the transition of the LMS to GoT. This position will be based at the GHSC-TA-TZ project office, Dodoma with occasional travel to zones.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Identify training needs for LMS staff, according to roles and responsibilities as out lined in the LMS Charter, LMS Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) manual, and job descriptions
Develop approach for ongoing capacity building of LMS staff and related curriculum, tools, job aids, etc.
Utilize a variety of training methods/approaches: mentoring, OJT, classroom training and e-learning to build the capacity of LMS staff
Act as a technical resource to LMS staff
Cultivate leadership and management skills of individuals responsible for managing the LMS, including leadership at PSU, MSD, and Po-RALG.
Assist in monitoring the performance of the LMS, highlighting areas of improvement, and developing plans to address those areas.
Update supply chain related SOPs and related training materials as necessary.
Conduct trainings on technical supply chain topics, consulting skills and administrative topics.
Assist in transition of LMS to GoT, monitor the progress of transition, highlight obstacles, and develop plans for addressing obstacles
Ensure GHSC-TA-TZ workplan activities around LMS support are completed on time and of high quality, and coordinated across technical teams
Support the monitoring of the implementation of the LMS workplan
Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned
Serve as a technical resource for project staff for implementing supply chain improvement strategies and management approaches
Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
Complete and submit in a timely fashion written technical and trip reports.
Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
A qualified Pharmacist, Degree in Supply Chain Management, Public Health, Statistics, or related degree with at least five years of experience in health programs.
Experience working in Tanzania’s public health supply chain.
Ability to analyze supply chain data, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare quality presentation/reports
Experience providing supply chain trainings
Knowledge of various electronic health information systems such as eLMIS and E9
Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders
Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
Excellent written and verbal English
A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
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If you are interested in applying this positions please send your resume, cover letter and copies of your academic certificate to ghsc.recruitmenttz@gmail.com. And kindly include title you are applying to and your name in the subject line.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Deadline for submission shall be on 28th April, 2020. GHSC -TA-TZ is an equal opportunity employer.
