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Are you passionate about global health and have experience working with supply chains? The USAID Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Project in Ghana is hiring for the position of Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals looking to make a difference in public health while working with a highly reputable organization.
About USAID GHSC-PSM Project in Ghana
The USAID GHSC-PSM Project is the main channel through which USAID provides supply chain technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service (GHS). The project’s primary goals include improving the management of Ghana’s health supply chain, procuring and providing health commodities, and collaborating with key stakeholders to support global health initiatives, particularly in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Role of the Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer
The Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the availability and security of HIV/AIDS commodities in Ghana’s Western Region. This position requires a hands-on professional who will provide technical support, collaborate with stakeholders, and oversee the effective distribution of HIV/AIDS commodities across key health facilities.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
As the Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer, you will:
- Coordinate HIV/AIDS commodity forecasting and supply plans with Ghana Health Service (GHS).
- Monitor stock levels and performance at prioritized health facilities, ensuring continuous availability of HIV-related commodities.
- Facilitate ARV optimization and manage the implementation of multi-month dispensing of ARVs to identified clients in facilities.
- Conduct monitoring and supervisory visits to ART sites to provide on-the-job training and ensure supply chain efficiency.
- Support the distribution of HIV commodities to ensure adequate supplies meet client needs.
- Assist in reporting and documentation, including quarterly and annual reports, as well as activity summaries.
- Support the use of the Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GhiLMIS) to ensure timely and accurate reporting of health commodity usage.
Additionally, the officer will work closely with regional supply chain governance structures and technical working groups, providing facility data analytics to enhance regional-level decision-making in the HIV supply chain.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, you should meet the following requirements:
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in health systems, public policy, supply chain management, or a related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of five years of relevant experience in public health, supply chain management, or a related field. Experience with USAID or other donor-funded projects is an added advantage.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with government counterparts and stakeholders at national and regional levels. Fluency in English is required.
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities, versatility, and integrity.
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to work on a global health initiative in one of the most vital sectors—HIV/AIDS. As the Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer, you’ll have the chance to directly impact health systems and improve the lives of people in the Western Region of Ghana. If you have a passion for supply chain management, public health, and HIV/AIDS prevention, this is the perfect role for you.
Location
The position is based in Bibiani, located in the Western Region of Ghana. If you are committed to making a meaningful impact in global health and have the required expertise, this role is an excellent fit.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now by clicking on the following link:
Closing Date: 18 November 2024
Take advantage of this chance to join an organization that is at the forefront of improving global health and making a lasting impact in Ghana’s fight against HIV/AIDS.
