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Program Overview

The Government of Rwanda (GoR) strives to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by enabling equitable access to quality health services for the population, as outlined in the Fifth Health Sector Strategic Plan (HSSP V). This commitment has been made against a backdrop of rising health care costs and uncertainty around the future availability of donor funding and calls for improved health sector sustainability. Acknowledging this, the Government aims to employ effective, equitable, efficient, and sustainable health care financing and systems strengthening, putting an emphasis on primary health care as the cornerstone of a strong and sustainable health system. 

CHAI Rwanda’s Health System Strengthening (HSS) programs work on a day-to-day basis with Government leadership in the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB). The goal of those programs is to support the Government to accelerate progress towards UHC by ensuring the sustainable delivery of quality, essential health services.  This includes work to design and implement national Primary Health Care (PHC) reforms from health centre level down to community health, to increase health workforce availability, to prioritize and sustainably finance essential services. It also aims to support improved management, financing, and delivery of quality primary health care.

Position Overview

CHAI seeks for a Senior Technical Advisor, Supply Chain to closely work with the Ministry of Health and the Rwanda Medical Supply, Ltd (RMS). This person will provide expert guidance and support in optimizing supply chain management and systems for SRH commodities, essential medical supplies, laboratory equipment, and medical equipment. In this role, the Sr Technical Advisor will work closely with key decision makers from the Ministry of Health and RMS. CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding technical skills to support in strategy, implementation, and monitoring. In addition, this role requires managerial capabilities to play a key role in relationship building with key stakeholders across the Rwandan government, INGOs and relevant technical counterparts.

The Senior Technical Advisor will report to the Associate Director for Health Systems Strengthening and will work closely with other CHAI teams at the country and global level, including in Health Financing; Health System Strengthening; Health Workforce; and others.

1. Supply Chain Management
   • Analyze and evaluate existing supply chain processes for commodities, medical supplies, laboratory equipment, and medical equipment.
   • Develop and implement innovative strategies to optimize procurement through market shaping, strategic negotiations etc, inventory management, distribution, and logistics.
   • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement.
   • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards for procurement and distribution of medical supplies and equipment.
2. Systems Development and Integration
   • Support the design and implementation of integrated supply chain management systems and tools to improve availability of essential supplies.
   • Ensure seamless integration of supply chain systems with existing health information systems and other relevant platforms.
   • Provide technical expertise in the selection and deployment of software solutions for inventory management, order processing, and tracking.
   • Train staff on the use of supply chain management systems and tools, ensuring effective utilization and maintenance.
3. Quality Assurance and Risk Management
   • Develop and implement quality assurance protocols to ensure the safety, efficacy, and reliability of SRH commodities, medical supplies and equipment.
   • Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and identify potential risks.
   • Establish risk management strategies to mitigate disruptions in the supply chain, including contingency planning and supplier diversification.
   • Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure adherence to quality standards and resolve any quality-related issues.
4. Capacity Building and Training
   • Conduct needs assessments to identify capacity gaps and training requirements in supply chain management/medical equipment management, including SRH supplies.
   • Develop and deliver training programs for healthcare personnel, supply chain managers, and other stakeholders.
   • Provide ongoing mentorship and support to build local capacity and expertise in supply chain management.
   • Promote best practices in supply chain management through workshops, seminars, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
   • Engage with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government agencies, suppliers, and donors, to strengthen supply chain partnerships and coordination.
   • Represent the organization in relevant forums, working groups, and meetings related to supply chain management.
   • Foster collaborative relationships with national and international partners to leverage resources and expertise.
   • Advocate for policies and practices that support efficient and effective supply chain management in healthcare.
6. Monitoring and Evaluation
   • Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact of supply chain interventions.
   • Collect and analyze data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
   • Prepare regular reports on supply chain performance, challenges, and achievements for internal and external stakeholders.
   • Use evaluation findings to refine strategies and interventions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

• Masters’ Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain management or another relevant field.
• At least 8 years of experience working in supply chain/logistics/procurement management within the context of international and local context. Experience in Sub Saharan Africa is highly preferred.
• Strong strategic, analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment.
• Excellent relationship management skills, including experience in developing and managing government relations at leadership levels. Strong ability to build consensus among diverse multi-stakeholder groups and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Exceptional organizational and management skills, including time management and project management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize and manage projects under pressure.
• Strong quantitative, presentation and writing skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with ERP systems highly preferred.
• Strong work ethic, humility, and integrity.
• Excellent working command of English language.

Advantages

• Experience in management consulting, business analytics.
• Experience working with government officials in developing countries, with experience in Sub-Saharan Africa and ideally in Rwanda.
• Experience working in public health and with international organizations.
• Familiarity with a broad range of key global health issues, including Primary healthcare, health systems or health financing challenges in developing countries.
• Fluency in French or Kinyarwanda.

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