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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world's most pressing heath challenges.

About PATH's Health Systems Strengthening Vertical

PATH strives to build a world where innovation ensures that health is within reach for everyone. We start by thinking about people. What do children, women, and men need to be healthy? Similarly, what do health workers, managers, and decision-makers need to do their jobs well? How can the information, products, or services that are needed for health best be obtained-not just for today, but for the future?

Innovators are developing new information, products, and services that hold great promise for global health. But this promise can't be realized if solutions can't be delivered. Health systems-that is, the organizations and people whose primary intent is to promote, restore, or maintain health1-are weak in many countries and represent a challenge to achieving health equity. There is an urgent need for energy, support, and creativity to ensure that health systems can deliver effective health interventions.

This focus on systems is a core component of PATH's overall mission to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. Our systems work both informs and is informed by our work with technology and behavior change. PATH strengthens health systems to improve the health of people around the world. PATH's health systems vertical is engaged with the following themes:

Primary Health Care Pandemic Preparedness and Surveillance Devices and Diagnostics Supply Chain Management Healthcare Economics and Financing Technology and Innovations Private Sector Engagement Anti-Microbial Resistance and Global Health Security Climate Change Quality Improvement

About the position

PATH is seeking Program Officer-Capacity Building position on Third Party Payroll - (Randstad) for the implementation and roll out of the supply chain strengthening project under the TIS vertical. The PO will work with the national and state teams to provide technical assistance and hand-holding support for strengthening supply chain management in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

Job Responsibilities:

Capacity Building Strategy Development:

• Develop comprehensive capacity-building strategies focused on enhancing the skills and knowledge of the supply chain workforce deployed in public health settings.

• Design training programs, workshops, and other capacity-building interventions tailored to the specific needs of supply chain professionals involved in public health programs.

Training Program Development and Delivery:

• Support in developing training materials, modules, and resources related to supply chain management in the context of public health.

• Deliver training sessions and workshops to build the capacity of supply chain professionals at various levels, ensuring alignment with best practices and industry standards.

Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis:

• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to identify the skill gaps and training needs of the supply chain workforce deployed in public health.

• Utilize assessment findings to tailor capacity-building initiatives and develop targeted training interventions to address identified gaps effectively.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and international partners, to strengthen the capacity of the supply chain workforce in public health.

• Establish and maintain effective partnerships to leverage resources, expertise, and support for capacity-building initiatives.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact of capacity-building interventions on the performance of the supply chain workforce in public health.

• Monitor training outcomes, collect feedback from participants, and utilize evaluation findings to continuously improve training programs and initiatives.

Knowledge management and Dissemination

• Facilitate knowledge sharing and dissemination of best practices, lessons learned, and innovative approaches in supply chain management for public health programs.

• Develop knowledge products, case studies, and success stories to document and share experiences from capacity-building initiatives.

Project Management

• Manage day-to-day activities related to capacity-building projects, including planning, budgeting, implementation, and reporting.

• Coordinate with project partners and stakeholders to ensure alignment of capacity-building activities with project goals and objectives.

• Undertake other tasks which may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

• Available to travel to intervention states up to 30-40% of the time.

• Support in coordinating project management processes internally within the organization and with external stakeholders, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables outlined in the state-specific roadmaps.

• Assist in providing regular updates and reports on project progress, including achievements, challenges, and lessons learnt, contributing to ongoing monitoring and evaluation efforts.

• Undertake other tasks which may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

• Available to travel to intervention states up to 40-50% of the time.

Required Experience and qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Logistics and supply chain management/Material Management MBA-SCM, MPH/MHA/PGDHM or any other related field from reputed institute.

• Degree in Pharmacy recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India, or any other National Agencies will be an added advantage.

• Additional certifications in training and capacity building would be an added advantage.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in capacity building, training, or workforce development, preferably in the field of supply chain management for public health programs.

• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, processes, and best practices, with specific expertise in the context of public health.

• Proven experience in designing and delivering training programs, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives for diverse audiences.

• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate participants from various backgrounds and levels of experience.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, including government agencies, donors, and implementing partners.

• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct needs assessments, gap analyses, and evaluations to inform capacity-building interventions.

• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in capacity-building efforts.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required for project activities.

• Passion for improving health outcomes and strengthening health systems through capacity building in supply chain management.

Skills/ Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes

• Self-starter and committed to performing their duties with a high degree of autonomy in line with project goals and objectives.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

• Ability to develop productive working relationships with state government officials, partner organizations, and other key stakeholders including other team members.

• Data analysis, data visualization, and analytical thinking skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational and project management skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team.

• Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines.

• Ability to travel up to 30-40% of the time.

Work Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.

PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.