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Role Description

This requisition is for a consultancy at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO).

• PAHO’s Revolving Funds (RRF) have been supporting Member States in strengthening systems for the supply of medicines and other health technologies.
• The consultancy focuses on strengthening public supply systems for medicines and other technologies in PAHO Member States and territories.
• Processes related to:
  • Selection
  • Needs estimation/quantification
  • Procurement
  • Contracts with suppliers
  • Storage and distribution
  • Rational use
  • Pharmaceutical and techno vigilance
  • Logistics
  • Health information systems
  • Human resources strengthening
  • Regulatory frameworks
  • Governance of national systems
• Priority will be given to the Strategic Fund's planning and demand consolidation processes to improve operational flow.

Products or Deliverables

• ARV Decentralized Quantification Honduras, including advanced disease (procurement plan proposal/workshop document/mission report).
• ARV Decentralized Quantification Guatemala, including advanced disease (procurement plan proposal/workshop document/mission report).
• Two online training courses in selected countries, divided by subregions: Central and South America.
• Two in-person workshops on centralized ARV estimation with 4 countries each (including advanced disease) – (procurement plan proposal/workshop document).
• Strengthening of pharmaceutical management systems of public health interest in Colombia (including a visit to a department facing greater challenges prior to the workshop to develop the strengthening plan with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection).
• Conduct country mission to support priority supply chain system strengthening activities focused on areas such as quality assurance systems, good storage and distribution practices, pharmaceutical, and cold chain services.
• The list of deliverables may be adjusted to the evolving needs of the RRF as directed, with corresponding changes to the timeline and payment terms reflected accordingly.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist, specialist in medicine and other health technology management systems.
• Postgraduate training in quality management and continuous improvement is desirable.
• ISO certification or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of the PAHO QuantMet platform.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in consultancy, preferably in the Region of the Americas, in at least five different countries, and across other areas of the supply cycle.
• Clinical experience is desirable.
• Availability and flexibility to travel.

Requirements

• IPC Daily Rate is $258 (Band B).
• The contract duration is 8 to 11 months.
• Payments by installments.

Additional Information

• This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
• Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently may be selected for consultancy assignments falling in this area of work or for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables.
• Inclusion in the Roster does not guarantee selection for a consultant contract.
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• All applicants are required to complete an online profile to be considered for this consultancy.
• A written test may be used as a form of screening.
• If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position.
• PAHO/WHO is committed to providing a respectful and supportive workplace for all personnel.
• PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
• PAHO also promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior.
• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.