South Sudan: Program Support Officer- Pharmaceutical Commodities

1. Position Summary & Responsibilities: International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.
   Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.
   PROGRAM BACKGROUND
   International Medical Corps is currently implementing approximately 15 programs across nine sites in South Sudan. Through nearly 50 health facilities in urban and rural areas, International Medical Corps provides basic health care and integrated service provision, from preventative care to emergency surgery. International Medical Corps also runs programs in HIV/AIDS, nutrition, food security, and water and sanitation projects. To address South Sudan’s acute health worker shortage, and foster self-reliance, International Medical Corps trains health professionals and community volunteers.
   In addition to the above, International Medical Corps is also providing emergency medical services out of four sites to tens of thousands of people who were displaced by the crisis started from 15th December 2013. Simultaneously, the organization is in the process of increasing its surge capacity and ramping up programming in order to respond to the countrywide emergency humanitarian needs emerging from the conflict erupted in December 2013.
   JOB SUMMARY
   The primary responsibility of the Project Support Officer of Pharmaceutical Commodities is to support the implementation of medical/surgical services in an emergency setting.
   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
   Specific duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:
   • Ensure pharmaceutical services are implemented according to internationally accepted standards and/or relevant Ministry of Health
   • Provide oversight for the initial order of drugs and medical/surgical supplies and any GIK orders
   • Establish/utilize standardized data collection tools and train staff on accurate data collection in order to track distribution and consumption
   • Collect and analyze consumption data to adjust project objectives, plan additional specialized responses (rational drug use, FIFO protocols, etc.)
   • Work with logistics/finance to ensure regular and adequate drug and medical supplies in order to avoid stock outs
   • Assist in hiring of necessary staff members
   • Analyze training needs and institute training for staff member as required, with an emphasis on hands on training
   • Work with medical team to implement standardized internal reporting
   • Any other relevant duties as requested by the Medical Director/Program Coordinator
   • Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.
2. Skills & Requirements: -
3. Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, International Development and/or in a relevant field of study. Master’s degree preferred
4. Minimum five years’ experience in project management with strong focus on primary and secondary health care of which three years at senior management level,
5. Experience of supervision of large staff,
6. Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and NGOs
7. Ability to live and work under precarious environment
8. Complete familiarity with Project Cycle Management
9. Knowledge and experiences of budget preparation and management
10. Profound cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues
11. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently following consultative processes
12. Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
13. Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
14. Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources
15. Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written
16. Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus
    Preferred:
    • Work experiences in South Sudan or regional experiences,
    • High level of communication and public relations skills

Other Relevant Information (if applicable): International Medical Corps is a ‘first-responder’ both to natural and men-made disasters and has a mandate of working in remote locations. The organization has a comprehensive security management policy and plan in place and it is committed to do everything possible within its remit to ensure safety and security. Notwithstanding, the mandate and programming choices of International Medical Corps require staff with high degree of resilience, extremely decisive and ability to move fast.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.