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OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Project Director is a key leadership position and is a visionary leader and subject matter expert who will drive the strategic implementation and operational excellence of our pharmaceutical systems and supply chain strengthening program. With full accountability for program success, the Director will lead a diverse team to deliver impactful results in alignment with USAID goals, contractual requirements and MSH standards.
• The Project Director has full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the program, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management and compliance; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client and stakeholder relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other relevant initiatives and collaboration with the National Department of Health (NDoH) and USAID. The Project Director represents the program to USAID, the National and Provincial Department of Health, implementing partners, private sector, regional and global stakeholders. 
• More broadly, the director will lead the program team in strengthening supply chain performance and governance, pharmaceutical systems across both public and private sector. The Director will provide leadership in supporting NDoH to implement supply chain and pharmaceutical system strategies aimed at operationalizing National Health Insurance aligned with USAID mission priorities in South Africa. This will include pharmaceutical services and regulatory systems to ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of health commodities in public and private supply chains, and to promote standards for good pharmacy practices and quality pharmaceutical services.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set the strategic vision for the program in consultation with USAID, ensuring adherence to technical standards and excellence in all program areas.
• Effectively manage the program in compliance with contract requirements, MSH and donor policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Manage relationships with all partners from the program consortium and ensure partners’ adherence to their contractual obligations and provision of quality technical deliverables.
• Oversees the execution of the project’s results framework, technical strategy, M&E plan, and annual project work plans per contract requirements, approved budget, and MSH technical frameworks and standards.
• Oversee and manage collaboration and coordination between this Task Order and other NextGen awards (e.g. Control Tower, PSA, ICL, SRM, etc)
• Facilitate and promote thought leadership including the advancement of new models, innovation and transformations that support countries in sustainable improvement and development.
• Lead program advocacy at local and international levels to build awareness, understanding and support of key changes, and promote donor investments.
• Create an environment conducive to collaboration, learning, and performance improvement among the multidisciplinary, multinational program team.
• Supervise the members of the Program Management Team and enable the team to collaborate and take action to improve program outcomes while mitigating potential risks.
• Implement an effective budget monitoring and cost control system based on sound financial and accounting principles, MSH Standard Operating Procedures, and donor requirements.
• Ensure appropriate and timely documentation and dissemination of key results and deliverables using a variety of communication strategies and media outlets.
• Manage human resources per MSH values, policies and guidelines, and implement an effective performance-management program focusing on results and individual accountability, including regular check-ins, annual appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, and training.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A master’s degree or higher in public health, supply chain management, pharmacy, or a related field.
• Program management, administration, and oversight of large, complex projects with experience in a role such as a Project Director, Technical Director, Deputy Project Director, Chief of Party strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in and across supply chain management, pharmaceutical management or cross-cutting systems strengthening activities in South Africa, with international experience an advantage. 
• At least 15 years of demonstrated professional experience in the management or implementation of international development activities.
• Experience related to USAID activities is preferred.
• Demonstrated technical and thought leadership applying solutions and strategic approaches to improve health commodity supply chain and pharmaceutical management systems.
• Strong management; interpersonal, written and oral communication (in English); mentoring, supervision, and facilitation skills.At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience and success working in partnership with U.S. Government agencies, international donors, or other multilateral agencies. Ability to network and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.

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OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Technical Director is a key leadership position that is responsible for overseeing the projects technical strategy, approaches and implementation of the task order at the global and country level, coordinating country-based activities, and ensuring high technical standards and program performance. The Technical Director is a member of the management team and, with the Program Director, represents the program to USAID, the National and Provincial Department of Health, implementing partners, private sector, regional and global stakeholders. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that the program identifies and addresses the technical expectations, needs, and interests of the National Department of Health and USAID and that the solutions reflect the strategies and design of the program while complying with USAID rules and regulations,  
• Develop and promote a performance improvement culture and processes necessary for ongoing improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of the overall program,  program’s technical approaches and tools for use during implementation at the country level.
• Oversee overall technical approach and technical implementation and field-based activities to ensure efficient, effective and sound interventions.
• Contribute to and monitor country development and execution of work plans that meet country requirements and address the needs of USAID. 
• Support communication and coordination with USAID and other stakeholders in technical areas.
• Coordinate with other technical area leads and partners to ensure coordinated and integrated strategies, approaches, work streams, and high-quality deliverables.
• Ensure that program activities are compliant with SOPs and MSH policies.
• In collaboration with the management team, ensure that timely remedial actions are taken to mitigate any possible risks.
• Represent the program to USAID missions and other donors in South Africa and liaise with other relevant projects.  
• Facilitate and participate in international events to interact with stakeholders, experts, policymakers, and potential partners.  
• Facilitate the generation of evidence-based interventions at the global, regional, and country levels. 
• Write technical reports and publications on the program’s technical interventions and results.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A master’s degree or higher in supply chain management, pharmacy, public health, international development or a related field. 
• At least 15 years of professional experience and proven competence managing and providing technical assistance in and across supply chain management, pharmaceutical management or cross-cutting systems strengthening activities in South Africa, experience in other Upper Middle-Income Countries will be an added advantage.  
• Experience in program management, technical leadership, and oversight of large, complex projects that operate across multiple countries.
• Demonstrated technical and thought leadership applying solutions and strategic approaches to improve health commodity supply chain and pharmaceutical management systems. 
• Demonstrated supervisory experience managing a large group of technical experts, both remotely and in person, to ensure delivery of high-quality technical support and products. 
• Project start up, and project transition experience is highly preferred.
• Strong management; interpersonal, written and oral communication (in English); mentoring, supervision, and facilitation skills. 
• At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience and success working in partnership with U.S. Government agencies, international donors, or other multilateral agencies. Ability to network and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.