Job Description

Designation National Consultant - Drugs & Logistics

Place of posting Central TB Division, New Delhi.

How to Apply https://careers.ipeglobal.com/ipeglobal/jobview/national-consultant-drugs-logistics-delhi-india-202412161050042 

Last Date of

Application

22 December, 2024

Remuneration

INR 2,18,855/- Per Month

TDS will be deducted based on applicable rates

Job Description

• World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office for India has supported the NTEP since inception of the program, working closely with the government and its partners at both the national and state levels. WHO India provides policy inputs and technical assistance to MoHFW for TB elimination activities. 
• On behalf of WHO India and Central TB Division MoHFW, subcontracted agency IPE Global is seeking applications for the post of National Consultant for TB Laboratories. IPE Global Limited is a multi- disciplinary development sector consulting firm offering a range of integrated, innovative and high-quality services across several sectors globally with the development agenda for sustained and equitable growth. 
• Under the overall guidance of WHO Representative to India (WRI), and Deputy Director General TB (DDG TB) Central TB Division, MoHFW, GOI, and under the direct supervision of National Professional Officer TB (NPO TB)
• For more information about NTEP please visit https://tbcindia.gov.in/ 

Key Roles and Responsibilities: 

• To provide technical support to the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) of the Government of India for the Procurement of Quality anti-TB Drugs and Diagnostics, under all the funding streams.
• To review, create requisitions, plan orders and manage approval process.
• To transmit and prioritize approved purchase orders and process to complete the supporting documents to supplier.
• To track orders acknowledgement, prepare and communicate shortage and backlog reports, and provides visibility of possible interruptions.
• To track orders and confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs.
• To ensure orders conform to supplier agreements and contracts; report non- conformities.
• To provide effective and result oriented liaising (on behalf of the programme as and when authorised), with the Procurement Agents (Global Drug Facility and Central Medical Services Society-CMSS etc.), vendors, the consignees and all the stake holders on behalf of the Programme on the Procurement and Supply Management issues, ensuring adherence to the delivery schedule, Quality Compliance of the drugs and monitoring supply chain.
• To facilitate and finalize the annual forecasting of all the anti-TB Drugs, accessories and any other health goods for the programme based on the methodical calculations in commensuration with the availability of existing stock, consumption pattern for ensuring uninterrupted logistic supplies based on the policies and Standard Treatment Guidelines of the NTEP.
• To provide technical support for preparation and compliance of the requirements under Procurement and Supply Management (PSM) plans of the donors, Government of India. Facilitate all the documentations under the provision of Indian Law (Customs Duty Exemption, Excise Duty Exemption, road permits, Free Goods Distribution certificate, Assistant Drug Controller certificate) wherever necessary.
• To ensure timely receipt and relevant analysis of periodical reports from the Districts, States, GMSDs and the CMSS on the progress of the supplies, stock on hand, possible expiries, danger of stock out etc., and to provide promotive and preventive action that may be needed on every issue in the overall interest of the Programme.
• To provide technical support for identification, procurement and engagement of various Consultancy services that NTEP might need from time to time.
• To provide monthly report/or any periodicity as may be needed in the prescribed format on the achievements, challenges and suggestions to Central TB Division with a copy to WHO INDIA on the relevant areas of functioning.
• Any other related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Programme Manager for the Procurement and Logistics Management of anti TB Drugs and other logistics of the Government of India.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) with a specialization in Healthcare Administration/ Pharmaceutical Management/ Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent field from a recognized university.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Materials Management or Supply Chain Management. Preference will be given to candidates holding a Graduate or Post Graduate Diploma in Public Procurement 

Experience:

• At least 15 years of work experience in reputed institutions, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in National Health Programmes. Of these, at least 8 years should involve specific experience in TB at the national or state level, focusing on supervision and monitoring of procurement and supply chain management of health goods, preferably anti-TB drugs and diagnostics.
• Proven experience in working with National Programmes of the Government of India, particularly in the supply of health goods, TB drugs, and diagnostics. 

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

Expertise in handling TB drugs and diagnostics, as well as managing various national stocking points for pharmaceutical products.

Knowledge and experience with NTEP inventory management software, specifically Ni-kshay Aushadhi.

About Company

Headquartered in India with five international offices in Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya, Philippines and United Kingdom, the Group offers a range of integrated, innovative, and high-quality consulting services across various sectors.

A trusted partner to its clients, IPE Global draws together a team of economists, chartered accountants, sociologists, public sector experts, educationists, urban planners, architects, environmentalists, scientists, and project and programme managers — all dedicated to finding clear solutions to complex world problems. IPE Global has more than 1,200 professional staff and over 1,000 empanelled consultants working on various projects spread across the globe in different locations.

Over the last 25 years, IPE Global has successfully implemented more than 1,200 projects in over 100 countries across five continents. The Group partners with multilateral and bilateral agencies, governments, corporates and not-for-profit entities in anchoring development agenda for sustained and equitable growth. IPE Global draws its unparalleled management and technology consulting capabilities from its offices around the world to help international development sector clients address the challenges by adapting and applying solutions for complex
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