USAID Management Sciences for Health (MSH) USSHC Careers – Project Specialist
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Job Title: Project Specialist
Organisation: Management
Sciences for Health (MSH)
Sciences for Health (MSH)
Project Name: USAID
funded Uganda Systems Strengthening for Health Commodities (USSHC)
funded Uganda Systems Strengthening for Health Commodities (USSHC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health
(MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization composed of nearly 2500
people from more than 74 nationalities working in over 50 countries. Our
mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most
vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public
health. Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in
developing countries to create stronger management systems that improve health
services for the greatest , health
impact.
(MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization composed of nearly 2500
people from more than 74 nationalities working in over 50 countries. Our
mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most
vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public
health. Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in
developing countries to create stronger management systems that improve health
services for the greatest , health
impact.
About USAID USSHC Program:
USAID funded Uganda Systems
Strengthening for Health Commodities (USSHC) is a five year program supporting
the Government of Uganda’s health system to improve the availability and
accessibility of essential medicines and health supplies (EMHS).The expected
results of USSHC are to:1) strengthen national policies and strategies and
support cost-effective, equitable, and transparent utilization of EMHS
resources; 2) strengthen country capacity for effective management and
utilization of EMHS; and 3) increase availability and access of EMHS among
priority populations.
Strengthening for Health Commodities (USSHC) is a five year program supporting
the Government of Uganda’s health system to improve the availability and
accessibility of essential medicines and health supplies (EMHS).The expected
results of USSHC are to:1) strengthen national policies and strategies and
support cost-effective, equitable, and transparent utilization of EMHS
resources; 2) strengthen country capacity for effective management and
utilization of EMHS; and 3) increase availability and access of EMHS among
priority populations.
Job Summary: The Project
Specialist will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of USSHC
activities related to NDA in accordance with the time lines set in the National
Drug Authority (NDA) /USSHC work plan. S/he will support the implementation of
Good Pharmaceutical Practice (GPP) inspections. The job also requires field
visits to drug facilities.
Specialist will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of USSHC
activities related to NDA in accordance with the time lines set in the National
Drug Authority (NDA) /USSHC work plan. S/he will support the implementation of
Good Pharmaceutical Practice (GPP) inspections. The job also requires field
visits to drug facilities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure
smooth implementation of inspections in all USSHC supported health
facilities - Organize
practical training in inspection of facilities using the inspection tool - Prepare
and provide lists of facilities ready for inspection to NDA - The
jobholder will also send periodic reports to districts and health
facilities on the outcomes of GPP inspections highlighting quality
improvements required - Support
NDA in reporting to USSHC Program on GPP inspections - Support
and train NDA in electronic data entry and reporting on GPP inspections - Support
implementation of the strategy to improve quality assurance systems for
pharmaceutical wholesalers - Plan
and carry out any data collection related to NDA activities - Assist
NDA in implementing use of the verification of import computer system - Manage
IEC/BCC campaigns on GPP
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The
ideal candidate should preferably hold a bachelor degree or diploma in
Pharmacy, Social Sciences relevant field. Project management qualification
an added advantage - Three
or more years working experience - Past
exposure and experience in drug regulation or drug management is preferred - Work
experience and extensive knowledge of the supervision, performance
assessment and recognition strategy (SPARS) required - Willingness
to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and shifting deadlines - Strong
teamwork and team-building skills - Strong
English skills required, including ability to write reports and documents - Demonstrated
computer skills, including knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and
Power Point
How to Apply:
If you so desire to join MSH’s
USAID Project and possess the necessary credentials, please send your application (cover letter and CV only)
addressed to The Human Resources Partner at MSH, Plot 15 Princess Anne Drive,
Bugolobi, P.O. Box 71419, Kampala, Uganda or email: HRUG@msh.org.
USAID Project and possess the necessary credentials, please send your application (cover letter and CV only)
addressed to The Human Resources Partner at MSH, Plot 15 Princess Anne Drive,
Bugolobi, P.O. Box 71419, Kampala, Uganda or email: HRUG@msh.org.
Deadline: 24th October, 2014 by 5.00pm
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