Cancer Commodity Supply Chain Manager

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Cancer Commodity Supply Chain Manager

Department:

Clinical

Grade:

Location:

Rwanda Biomedical Center, NCD/Cancer Unit

Reports to:

Director of Cancer Unit, Non Communicable Diseases Division, Rwanda Biomedical Center

Positions reporting to:

N/A

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Main Responsibilities

The Cancer Commodity Supply Chain Manager will play a critical role in Cancer Control program in Rwanda by accompanying Rwanda Medical supply to enhance the national coordination of the entire supply chain of oncology commodities. This includes needs identification, forecasting/quantification, procurement, and storage, distribution, and logistics information management processes. This position will ensure that essential cancer commodities, such as chemotherapy drugs, medical supplies, laboratory reagents and medical devices, are consistently available to end users at the right time and place. It requires extensive knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical supply chains, with a strong focus on collaboration with various stakeholders including government agencies, healthcare providers, and other non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

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Key responsibilities

• Supply Chain and Commodity Management
  • Work alongside competent authorities to develop and implement strategies for cancer commodity availability, including forecasting demand, procurement, inventory management, and logistics.
  • Review and update supply chain guidelines, SOPs, and national plans for improved performance.
  • Support the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) and health facilities in cancer commodity management, including planning, quality assurance and quality control, and usage guidance.
  • National Cancer Formulary Management
    • Evaluate and update medications and supplies for the National Cancer Formulary, ensuring that choices align with the latest treatment guidelines and patient needs.
    • Forecasting and Supply Planning
      • Support RBC and RMS to Conduct national quantification of cancer medicines and other commodities, accurately forecasting needs based on treatment protocols, epidemiology, and consumption data.
      • Develop and implement comprehensive supply plans that address the short and long-term needs of the cancer treatment landscape in Rwanda.
      • Procurement Coordination
        • Collaborate with Cancer treatment hospitals in the country to ensure alignment in supply chain strategies and execution.
        • Initiate procurement processes in collaboration with Rwanda Medical Supply Ltd (RMS Ltd), ensuring compliance with national and international procurement standards.
        • Manage the procurement cycle from needs identification, order placement to delivery, streamlining processes to reduce delays and ensure timely availability of oncology products.
        • Stakeholder Collaboration
          • Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers, government bodies, and key partners to enhance communication and coordination within the cancer supply chain.
          • Participate in meetings, technical working groups, and represent the organization at relevant conferences.
          • Collaborate with RMS Ltd warehousing and distribution teams, as well as the end-users, to oversee shipments and ensure active distribution schedules are executed promptly.
          • Technical Resource and Capacity Building
            • Serve as a resource for all matters related to the cancer commodity supply chain, providing expert guidance and support to different stakeholders.
            • Provide strategic advice on work plan activities, global standards, and national plans.
            • Ensure compliance with standard practices, provide technical coordination in cancer commodity management, including procurement, warehousing and distribution, and quality assurance.
            • Support drug audits and monitor reforms and policy changes impacting the supply chain of cancer commodities.
            • Monitor drug expiry dates and manage disposal of expired products
            • Facilitate training sessions to enhance the capacity of health workers and supply chain personnel on best practices in procurement, distribution, and inventory management of cancer commodities.
            • Data Management and Reporting
              • Collect, analyze, and utilize data on cancer commodity flows, stock-levels, and usage to inform decision-making and generate reports.
              • Support data-driven improvement and ensure reports are shared for decision-making.
              • Monitoring and Evaluation
                • Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for the cancer supply chain to track performance, identify areas for improvement, and report on outcomes to senior management and stakeholders.
                • Analyze data related to inventory management, usage patterns, stock levels, and monitor performance indicators for all commodities in the procurement and supply management system to inform decision-making and policy recommendations.

                  Required Qualifications

                  • Educational Background:
                    • Advanced degree in Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Medical Logistics, or a related field.
                    • Experience:
                      • A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain management, with a focus on pharmaceuticals or healthcare commodities; experience in oncology is an advantage.
                      • Proven track record of working with government health programs, NGOs, or international health organizations.
                      • Skills:
                        • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
                        • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment and multicultural team.
                        • Proficiency in the use of MS Office – (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), other applicable software, and video conferencing are required.
                        • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools; ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
                        • Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French preferred.
                        • Technical Competencies:
                          • Excellent understanding of the pharmaceutical procurement and supply chain practices.
                          • Understanding of international drug procurement processes and supply chain best practices.
                          • Knowledge of inventory management systems and experience in capacity building and stakeholder engagement.
                          • Experience in the provision of LMIS and pharmaceutical care training.
                          • Good knowledge of current trends and normative guidance (national and international) in Cancer clinical care and service delivery.
                          • Initiative taking, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
                          • Ability to live PIH/IMB values: Ubumuntu-Compassion, Ubupfura-Integrity, Ubunyangamugayo-Honesty, Ubwubahane-Mutual respect, Ubufatanye-Solidarity, Agaciro-Dignity, Kugira ishyaka-Determination.
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