Career Opportunities at The Aurum Institute

Description
Pharmacist

• The role of the District Pharmacist is to provide overall coordination of the pharmaceutical services with particular focus on TB and adjuvant medicines. The DP will work closely with the District Pharmacist and report directly to the Project/ Programme Manager at District level who will monitor day to day activities and approve timesheets. This position requires a good understanding of the medicine quantification, procurement and supply chain management systems to ensure reliable procurement, storage, control and distribution of quality medicines.

Technical / Management

• Develop overall district work plan with clear roles, responsibilities, outputs and timeframes in collaboration with the District Pharmacist
• Supervise pharmacy assistants at facility level
• Monitor stock levels and ordering patterns by health facilities
• Ensure adequate stock levels for TB medicines and facilitate redistribution of stock when shortages occur
• Monitor implementation of drug management policies and standard operating procedures in the district
• Provide mentoring and in service training on stock management for TB medicines (DS-TB, TPT and DR-TB).
• Support the implementation of a pharmacovigilance system (PVIMS)in the district
• Support the re packaging of the Rifapentine and Isoniazid for 3HP implementation in the district
• Facilitate rational use of TB medicines
• Support the implementation of the CCMDD SOP for TB
• Support the implementation of the stock visibility system in the district
• Identify, address, and escalate potential risks, barriers to effective implementation
• Provide progress reports in district meetings and participate in DHMT meetings
• Report daily or weekly to the district project/ programme manager, or as per organizations policies and procedure.
• Submit monthly activity reports as per workplan to the district project/ programme manager, district Pharmacist and TB manager

Duties

• Design, develop and manage a comprehensive activity plan with clear timeframes, outputs, and responsibilities
• Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives
• Support the development of district TB programme plans and ensure alignment with project plans
• District and Sub-district engagement - to ensure management of the TB programme, effective supervision, monitoring, and evaluation of the TB programme, Knowledge of the Phuthuma programme, TB Tier.net, and coordination of Pharmaceutical reports (monthly, quarterly and final reports.
• Planning and Co-ordination health products supply- Monitoring and evaluating drug supply and distribution, developing and implementing a standard procedure for drug management, identifying training needs, and developing delivery schedules.
• Monitor and appraise project staff
• Conduct technical support visits to selected facilities.
• Quality assurance and clinical governance practices.
• Sub-district level oversight and dispensing (Clinics)
• Advocating for Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP), by ensuring efficient management and conditions of the storage facility areas, controlling access to the storage area
• TB medicines treatment literacy
• Adverse events monitoring, recording, and reporting of TB drugs (CHC & Clinics)
• Support resilient and Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH) projects such as SVS, CCMDD, Rx Solution, etc.
• Participation in pharmacovigilance meetings with different stakeholders
   

Requirements
Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor Of Pharmacy Degree (B.Pharm)
• An appropriate national diploma/degree accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council that allows for registration with the SAPC.
• Current registration with the SAPC
• At least 3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical services
• Minimum of 3-5 Years’ experience as a Pharmacist after registration with the South African Pharmacy Council(SAPC)
• Experience in administration and management
• Valid driver’s license
• Postgraduate degree in Clinical Pharmacy is an added advantage

Required Knowledge and Skills, and Abilities

•  Excellent understanding of the National Drug policy, Good Pharmacy Practise
• Sound knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and the Medicine and Related Substances Control Act
• Good project management skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills (both interpersonal and written)
• Good training/ facilitation skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Good IT skills and understanding of existing information systems used in pharmaceutical services
• Good understanding of the public sector medicine procurement, supply chain and distribution system
• Ability to function effectively under pressure, work independently and to take initiative
• Willingness to conduct other duties as may be requested by the District Pharmacist or Manager.

Requirements

• Proof of current registration with SAPC
• Relevant experience in hospital Pharmacy, retail Sector, and NGO environment
• Management or Supervisory Experience
• Innovative thinking, initiative, and leadership qualities.
• Ability to work with the multi-disciplinary team
• Computer literacy is essential ( e.g.: Ms. Office, Excel, using email, etc)
• Good writing and presentation skills.
• Must be willing to travel and work irregular hours.
• A valid driver's License.

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Work Description

• The Improvement Facilitator is responsible for providing onsite and hands on QI coaching to mentors and area managers as well as assist in the coordination and management of all QI projects within a district.

Technical Work Responsibilities

•  Liaise with Internal and External Customers/Stakeholders
•  Coordination and management of all QI projects within a district
•  QI site visit scheduling, coordination and oversight
•  Generate innovative QI ideas for mentors and facilities
•  Collecting DHIS data at a subdistrict level
•  QI record keeping
•  Human capital management
•  Coaching and mentoring

Requirements
Education

•  Bachelor’s degree and relevant Quality Improvement certificate course
•  Driver’s licence

Experience

•  At least one years’ experience in improvement methodology or process engineering, LEAN or Six Sigma

Attributes

•  Leadership
•  Accountability
•  Improvement orientation
•  Developing others
•  Problem solving
•  Attention to detail
•  Proficient personal computer skills
•  Report writing
•  Numerical ability (Implied at this level)
•  Reading and comprehension (Implied at this level)

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Description
Assistant Programme Manager

• The Assistant Programme Manager will be responsible for leading the effective management of this project in line with its objectives, timeframes and budget. This includes overseeing planning, management and implementation of activities by the members of the team, the day-to-day management of all operations and interactions within this project. The Assistant Programme Manager will report to the relevant manager at SR-HO level and will work closely with the TB programme manager and other managers (HIV, PHC, Information etc.) at district level to ensure the most effective and efficient program delivery to drive the improvement of health and health care outcomes on the National TB program. This position requires a deep understanding of the public health system, public health knowledge, quality improvement knowledge and experience as well as excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational,  communication skills and the ability to exercise own discretion.

Technical Work Responsibilities 

• Develop and manage a comprehensive activity plan with clear timeframes, outputs and responsibilities
• Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives
• Support the development of district TB programme plans and ensure alignment with Global Fund project plans
• Compile project reports and ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities (monthly, quarterly and final reports) to the district management
• Report to the supervisor at SR-HQ monthly or as per the organizations policies and procedure.
• Participate in all relevant district meetings
• Work with other technical partners in the district to avoid duplication of efforts and ensure seamless implementation of TB interventions.
• Ensure effective implementation of project activities in the district
• Manage project  assets and provide reports to the SR-HQ
• Oversee the organization of, and facilitate relevant internal and external meetings
• Ensure capacity building of project staff and facility level based on the skills analysis
• Manage parties/ entities contracted for provision specialized services in the district
• Conduct performance reviews and quality of service delivery
• Ensure community screening in targeted communities and appropriate deployment of project resources including digital chest x-rays
• Ensure communication, education and social mobilization activities are conducted in identified communities to increase demand for TB services and address stigma, rights and gender issues
• Monitor and appraise project staff
• Conduct technical support visits to selected facilities
• Oversee knowledge and document management processes for projects

Requirements
Education 

• A National Diploma in Management, Business, Public Service Administration, Social Sciences or Public Health.
•  A Bachelor degree in a Health related qualification will be an added advantage

Required Knowledge and Skills, and Abilities

•  Strong project management skills.
• Ability to think strategically,  proactively identify barriers and risks, and optimize use of the resources at hand
• Effective decision-making skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to build, lead, and motivate effective teams
• Ability to work independently and manage self towards goals 
• Willingness to undertake additional tasks when necessary
• Effective delegation to and development of project staff
• Excellent communication skills (both interpersonal and written)
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and technology
• Ability to work well in a multi-cultural environment

Experience 

• At least 5 years’ experience in public health programme management
• At least 3 years’ experience in large scale project management preferably in TB and HIV
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint required
• Experience with working in a health care environment
• Administrative and management skills
• Experience in Stakeholder management