Senior TB Medicines and Laboratory Commodities Supply Chain Advisor, DOS LEAP Global - Zimbabwe

Senior TB Medicines And Laboratory Commodities Supply Chain AdvisorZimbabwe's TB response relies on uninterrupted availability of quality-assured TB medicines, DRTB, TB preventive therapy (TPT) medicines, and essential laboratory commodities for diagnosis and treatment monitoring. The National TB Programme implements donor- and domestically funded procurement and supply chain mechanisms in collaboration with NatPharm, Provincial Medical Directorates (PMDs), the Directorate of Laboratory Services, and regulatory authorities.To strengthen Pharmaceutical and Supply Management (PSM) systems and laboratory commodities supply chains, the Department of State will second a Senior TB Medicines and Laboratory Commodities Supply Chain Advisor to provide specialized technical assistance to the NTP. The Advisor will support forecasting, quantification, procurement planning, distribution, pharmacovigilance, eLMIS optimisation, LIMS and coordination with partners to ensure continuous access to life-saving TB medicines and diagnostic commodities. The Advisor will support the NTP in carrying out life-saving humanitarian assistance (LHA) service delivery in full alignment with the new Presidential Executive Order (EO) directives.The Senior TB Medicines and Laboratory Commodities Supply Chain Advisor will provide strategic and operational technical leadership to strengthen end-to-end supply chain management of TB medicines, TPT commodities, and TB laboratory commodities. The Advisor will support national and sub-national systems to ensure availability, quality, rational use, and effective monitoring of TB-related commodities, while supporting grant implementation, donor reporting, and long-term sustainability.ResponsibilitiesPolicy, Strategy, and Programmatic SupportProvide technical support to the MoHCC and the NTP on TB, DRTB, TPT medicines and laboratory commodities management.Participate in the selection of TB and laboratory commodities and support updating of national standard treatment guidelines and diagnostic algorithms, including introduction of near point of care tests.Represent TB medicines and laboratory commodities supply chain issues in relevant technical working groups, steering committees, and partner forums.Forecasting, Quantification, and Supply PlanningLead and build capacity for national quantification, forecasting, and supply planning of first-line, second line and TPT medicines.Support forecasting, quantification, and supply planning for TB laboratory commodities, including reagents, cartridges, consumables, and related supplies.Support provinces and districts to develop costed procurement and supply plans to inform domestic resource mobilisation.Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies to prevent stock-outs and overstocking.Procurement and Donor EngagementProvide technical input into PSM sections of funding applications and grant processes (Global Fund, USG, GDF, WHO, and other partners).Coordinate with NatPharm, PMDs, and relevant partners to support procurement and distribution of first- and second-line TB medicines and laboratory commodities.Coordinate and support external supply chain technical missions (e.g., WHO rGLC, GDF, Global Fund).Distribution Systems and LogisticsSupport review, strengthening, and optimisation of pharmaceutical and laboratory commodities distribution systems.Support timely and efficient distribution of TB medicines and diagnostic commodities to national, provincial, district, and facility levels.Work with relevant stakeholders to address bottlenecks in last-mile delivery and reverse logistics.Support the development of a revised model for TB medicines distribution.eLMIS, LIMS, Data Quality, and UseFacilitate roll-out, optimisation, and routine use of the electronic Logistics Management Information System (eLMIS) and LIMS- for TB and laboratory commodities.Strengthen data quality, completeness, and timeliness of logistics reporting at all levels.Promote routine use of logistics data for forecasting, procurement planning, performance monitoring, and decision-making.Quality Assurance and Regulatory ComplianceLiaise with the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) to ensure procured TB medicines meet national regulatory and quality assurance standards.Support quality assurance processes for TB laboratory commodities in collaboration with the Directorate of Laboratory Services.Support rational use of TB medicines and diagnostic commodities at all service delivery levels through appropriate guidelines and supervision.Pharmacovigilance and Safety MonitoringCoordinate pharmacovigilance activities for TB medicines, including active drug safety monitoring and management (aDSM) for second line and DR-TB medicines.Support capacity building of health workers on adverse event detection, reporting, and management.Capacity Building and MentorshipDevelop and update training materials on TB medicines and laboratory commodities supply chain management and pharmacovigilance.Provide capacity building and mentorship to national and sub-national staff on PSM systems, eLMIS use, LIMS, and rational commodity management.Support integration of supply chain capacity building into routine supportive supervision activities.Expected DeliverablesImproved national availability of first-line, second-line, DR-TB, TPT medicines.Improved availability of essential TB laboratory commodities nationwide.Accurate national quantification and procurement plans for TB medicines and diagnostics.Timely, high-quality PSM inputs for Global Fund and other donor processes.Strengthened eLMIS data quality and routine use for decision-making.Functional pharmacovigilance and aDSM systems.Periodic technical reports on TB medicines and laboratory commodities supply chain performance.Performance ManagementPerformance will be assessed based on achievement of agreed deliverables, quality and timeliness of technical outputs, effectiveness of collaboration with NTP, NatPharm, laboratory services, and partners, and compliance with Department of State reporting requirements.ReportingThe Advisor will provide a detailed monthly report to the U.S. Department of State at the end of each month. Additionally, the Advisor may be required to submit additional reports at the discretion of the U.S. Department of State and LEAP Global. The format for reporting may be adjusted with concurrence from the COR.QualificationsUniversity degree in Pharmacy, health logistics and supply chain management or related courses.At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible, professional experience in supply chain management, logistics or health commodities management, preferably with the USG, and/or other multi-lateral or bi-lateral organizations.Demonstrated knowledge in developing, implementing and assessing institutional processes and systemsStrong knowledge of the TB programExcellent oral and written communication skillsExperience in public health commodities procurement and logistics managementExperience in using forecasting/logistic tools such as QuanTB, DOH electronic logistics management information system (eLMIS), and othersDemonstrated knowledge and experience in commodity procurement processes, quality assurance, management, evaluation and risk assessment.Level IV fluency in both oral and written English is required.Familiarity with international standards such as ISO warehouse standards and GS1 global standards for supply chain management.Experience supporting the implementation of electronic inventory management systems and data reporting tools.Proven ability to build capacity and train government or partner staff in supply chain best practices.What We Believe ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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