ICAP
– A global health leader situated at Columbia University, ICAP has worked since
2003 with one central goal: to improve the health of families and communities.
– A global health leader situated at Columbia University, ICAP has worked since
2003 with one central goal: to improve the health of families and communities.
Working
hand-in-hand with individuals at every level of the health system – from
patients to health care providers to government officials – ICAP is dedicated
to delivering high-performing health system strengthening initiatives that
provide quality and affordable health care. The organization tackles the
world’s most pressing health threats and, in collaboration with partners around
the world, implements transformative solutions to meet the health needs of
individuals.
hand-in-hand with individuals at every level of the health system – from
patients to health care providers to government officials – ICAP is dedicated
to delivering high-performing health system strengthening initiatives that
provide quality and affordable health care. The organization tackles the
world’s most pressing health threats and, in collaboration with partners around
the world, implements transformative solutions to meet the health needs of
individuals.
We
are recruiting to fill the position below:
are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job
Title:
Logistics Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Title:
Logistics Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Project
Summary
Summary
- In
partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
ICAP conducts Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIAs) in specific
PEPFAR-supported countries. - Each
PHIA defines the status of the national HIV epidemic, guide global and
local allocation of funding and resources based on evidence, and integrate
capacity building of country stakeholders in the design, conduct,
analysis, and use of PHIA data.
Position
Summary
Summary
- Reporting
to the PHIA Nigeria (NPHIA) Project Director, The Logistics Technical Lead
will provide strategic planning and oversight of survey procurement,
warehousing, and logistical and fleet management activities.
Major
Accountabilities
Accountabilities
- Coordinate
the procurement, importation, customs clearance activities and ensure the
receipt of all project supplies in compliance with ICAP and Government of
Nigeria procurement regulations. - Conduct
audits of stock inventory records and ensure that systems are functioning
and that all relevant records are regularly maintained and safeguarded - Develop
and oversee the implementation of work plans to direct transportation
activities of all teams conducting survey field implementation, regional
supervision and supply chain distribution activities - Manage
contracted fleet services and staff to ensure adherence to service level
agreements - Ensure
the timely release of project operational funds in collaboration with the
finance department - Supervise
all procurement, warehouse and fleet staff - Liaise
directly with ICAP HQ and Regional Office, and implementing partner
procurement and laboratory technical advisors - Oversee
the implementation of stock control systems to ensure accurate inventory
levels, compliance with manufacturer storage recommendations, and
maintenance of sufficient inventory for survey completion. - Produce
regular progress reports and statistics on a daily, weekly and monthly
basis as required - Maintain
standards of safety and security for all staff and goods
Education
- Bachelor
degree in Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
or related field.
Experience,
Skills, and Qualifications:
Skills, and Qualifications:
- Minimum
8 years combined professional experience in logistics, supply,
operations/administration and warehouse management. Experience with health
services and/or laboratory related procurement and with US Government
funded projects preferred. - Strong
analytical, communication, decision making and interpersonal skills. - Expert
level knowledge of MS office packages. - Fluency
in oral and written English.
Job
Title: HIV
Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Title: HIV
Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Project
Summary
Summary
- In
partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
ICAP conducts Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIAs) in specific
PEPFAR-supported countries. Each PHIA defines the status of the national
HIV epidemic, guide global and local allocation of funding and resources
based on evidence, and integrate capacity building of country stakeholders
in the design, conduct, analysis, and use of PHIA data.
Position
Summary
Summary
- Under
the supervision of the Project Director (PD), The HIV Technical Lead will
provide HIV clinical and health systems expertise to guide the technical
aspects of population-based survey activities of the PHIA Nigeria (NPHIA)
project. The HIV Technical Lead will provide technical support to PEPFAR, Ministries
of Health and other local partners in the design and implementation of the
State-level population-based surveys in order to assess the impact of
PEPFAR-supported HIV prevention, care and treatment programs.
Major
Accountabilities
Accountabilities
- Ensure
that all aspects of planning, developing, implementing and evaluating
population-based surveys and HIV impact evaluations are consistent with
national and international guidelines. - Coordinate
the development of active linkage to clinical care for survey participants
who are identified as HIV +. - Ensure
that systems are in place to facilitate return of results to participants
or health facilities, as indicated in the survey protocol. - Serve
as the technical link with and liaison to CDC, Ministries of Health and
other collaborating local partners to generate evaluation protocols,
informed consent forms, Standard Operating Procedures, work plans,
corresponding budgets, training programs, evaluation plans; - Participate
as a technical lead in monthly and quarterly project planning and
evaluation meetings with corresponding CDC staff and local partners, as
appropriate; - Lead
and/or assist the PI, CDC staff, and local collaborators in the generation
and presentation of project reports, publications and presentations; - Perform
other duties as assigned
Education
- MD
or PhD (or equivalent) Degree in Public Health, Medicine, Epidemiology or
related field.
Preferred
Qualification and Skills:
Qualification and Skills:
- Eight
(8) years of experience working on public health projects either in the
headquarters of an international organization or in resource-limited
settings in the field of HIV care and treatment for adults or children - Excellent
communication, writing and quantitative skills including the development
of measurable objectives, operational plans and measurable
indicators/targets for public health programs and projects. - Demonstrated
experience establishing, growing and maintaining effective working
relationships with donors, implementing partners and other stakeholders; - Demonstrated
experience in working in project-based environments requiring the
management of multiple and often overlapping priorities and deadlines. - Minimum
five (5) years of experience in the design, delivery and evaluation of HIV
programming or population-based impact assessments; preferably in Nigeria - Demonstrated
experience designing and conducting health system interventions including
linking community and health services. - Experience
working singly with a minimum of supervision and also working in a
team-based environment functioning as part of a technical assistance team; - Fluency
in English (speaking, reading and writing).
Job
Title: Procurement
Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Title: Procurement
Technical Lead
Location: Nigeria
Project
Summary
Summary
- In
partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
ICAP conducts Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIAs) in specific
PEPFAR-supported countries. Each PHIA defines the status of the national
HIV epidemic, guide global and local allocation of funding and resources
based on evidence, and integrate capacity building of country stakeholders
in the design, conduct, analysis, and use of PHIA data.
Position
Summary
Summary
- Reporting
to the Project Director, the Procurement Technical Lead will oversee the
PHIA Nigeria (NPHIA) project’s supply chain activities including
logistical management of contract manufacturers, product distribution
including product inventories, logistics and transportation. - In
addition, he/she will manage procedures relating to custom clearance,
warehousing, and transport to sites. - The
Procurement Technical Lead will work closely with the ICAP NY Procurement
team and Grants team as well as the Columbia University Purchasing
Department. - The
procurement portfolio will consist primarily of laboratory equipment,
consumables and reagents, and vehicles. This person will create and
execute detailed supply chain launch plans and to execute procurement
plans from forecasts.
Major
Accountabilities
Accountabilities
- Direct,
manage and implement activities related to forecasting, planning,
purchasing; - Develop,
implement, audit and maintain policies and procedures to ensure materials
are available to support survey activities - Ensure
all actions are conducted in accordance with CDC, ICAP, Government of
Nigeria and local implementing partner policies - Lead
strategy in determining solutions to complex supply issues - Write
Standard Operating Procedures and other work instructions that may be
required to operate the responsible areas. Responsible for import/export
declarations as well as labelling, packaging compliance. - Perform
other related duties as directed - Direct
purchase of materials to support survey plans and supplies related to
survey activities and ensure that survey areas and equipment are prepared
for scheduled delivery - Evaluate
work in progress and makes real-time decisions concerning actions to be
taken in response to unexpected purchasing events
Education
- Bachelor’s
degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Production Operations,
Engineering or a related field required. Master’s degree in relevant
discipline is highly desirable.
Experience,
Skills, and Qualifications:
Skills, and Qualifications:
- At
least five years of experience in a managerial position in the management
of logistics, procurements, and/or supply chain, with proven capacity in
managing and supervising a diverse team of technical and support staff - Demonstrated
extensive abilities and success in roles managing the supply chain process
in three or more of the following skill sets, as well as a specialty in
pharmaceutical and biologics supply chain and operations: - Operational
excellence, including operations strategy development, implementation,
and due diligence - Strategic
sourcing - Distribution
and logistics - Supply
chain planning - Process
review, redesign and implementation - Clinical
supply chain planning - Inventory
management - Demonstrated
competence working within CDC or similar regulations and procedures - Proven
experience in establishing working relationships and collaborating with
USG, other bilateral, and/or multilateral donor agencies, and Nigerian
government - Fluent
English oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to
interact professionally in English
Salary
and Benefits
Competitive package.
and Benefits
Competitive package.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a Cover Letter and
CV’s/Resume to: icap-jobs@columbia.edu Please indicate the
job title that you are applying for in the email subject, e.g “CDC NPHIA
Logistics Technical Lead”
Note:
This
is a local hire position (i.e., candidates must be eligible to work in Nigeria)
and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP or designee
organization in Nigeria and subject to the local terms and conditions of
employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.
This
is a local hire position (i.e., candidates must be eligible to work in Nigeria)
and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP or designee
organization in Nigeria and subject to the local terms and conditions of
employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.
Application
Deadline: 16th
October, 2017.
Deadline: 16th
October, 2017.
