EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
\nThe Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) is a Statutory Body established by the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Act No. 9 of 2019 and charged broadly with the mandate of Procurement, Storage and Distribution of medicines and medical supplies to all public health facilities in Zambia. The Agency\u2019s responsibility is carried out on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Zambia, ensuring that essential medicines and medical supplies are available and accessible to the public. ZAMMSA ensures quality and safety of the distributed medical products through strict quality assurance protocols and compliance with regulatory requirements.<\/p>\n
The Agency seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambian nationals to fill the vacant position of\u00a0Director General.<\/p>\n
POSITION \u2013 DIRECTOR GENERAL
\nJob Purpose
\nTo oversee the procurement, storage and distribution of quality and cost-effective medicines and medical supplies to all Public Health Facilities in Zambia in order to ensure ease of access and reduction of the national disease burden at facility level.<\/p>\n
Principal Accountabilities<\/p>\n
Oversees periodically the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, strategies and procedures in order to ensure adherence to legal requirements, standards and industry best practices.
\nOversees effectively, the preparation of quarterly reports to the Agency Board Committees and the Board in order to report on progress in programme implementation and receive appropriate guidance.
\nOversees effectively, the preparation of the Agency strategic and operational plans in order to align them to budgets and work plans as well as facilitate attainment of the Agency\u2019s objectives.
\nOversees periodically, the selection, forecasting, and quantification of medicines and medical supplies to facilitate accurate procurements and ensure availability.
\nOversees timely, the procurement of medicines and medical supplies in order to facilitate storage and distribution to all public health facilities.
\nOversees effectively the storage of medicines and medical supplies in order to ensure adherence to standards and safety.
\nOversees timely, the management of the medicines and medical supplies fund in order to ensure availability of funds to procure medical products and enhance financial suitability of the Agency.
\nOversees timely, the distribution of medicines and medical supplies.
\nOversees effectively, the management, training and development of staff in order to enhance staff morale, optimise utilisation towards achieving Agency objectives.
\nOversees effectively, the stakeholder engagement programmes in order to acquire support and buy-in, as well as facilitate local and international agreements, frameworks and memoranda of understanding.
\nOversees effectively, the development and implementation of ICTs, equipment and buildings in order to ensure business continuity, safety and sustain a conducive working environment.
\nOversees effectively, the monitoring and evaluation of the Agency strategic and operational plans in order to monitor progress and provide appropriate interventions.
\nOversees timely, the preparation of Board, Agency and mandatory reports, in order to report on implementation of programmes and facilitate informed decision making.
\nOversees timely, the development and implementation of individual work plans of Directors and Senior Managers in order to ensure synergistic integration as well as monitor, evaluate and enhance performance.
\nOversees effectively, human, financial, material and other resources in order to facilitate the achievement of departmental objectives.
\nPerform any other duties as assigned by the Board.<\/p>\n
QUALIFICATIONS
\na) Full Grade 12\/Form 5 Certificate with a minimum of 5 \u2018O\u2019 level Credits; including English and Mathematics.b) Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Public Health, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Accountancy or equivalent qualification.c) Post-graduate Degree in Business Management, Public Health, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Supply Chain Management, Accountancy or a relevant field.d) Must be a member of a relevant professional body; with a valid practicing certificate.e) Certificate in Corporate Governance.f) A PhD will be an added advantage.<\/p>\n
Reporting Relationship
\nReports to the Board Chairperson \u2013 ZAMMSA.
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Work Experience<\/p>\n
Must have at least ten (10) years of experience; of which five (5) should be at Senior Management level.
\nExperience working in the health sector is desirable.<\/p>\n
Required Skills<\/p>\n
Ability to write clear strategic and analytical reports.
\nExcellent oral, written communication and public relations skills.
\nTeam building skills.
\nInterpersonal skills.
\nTact and diplomacy skills.
\nHigh proficiency in working with Microsoft Office.
\nAbility to work with tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results.
\nDecision making and problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n
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