Scope of Work
Senior Digital Supply Chain Advisor to the Rwanda Medical Supply Limited (RMS Ltd)
The USAID Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) project in Rwanda is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Digital Supply Chain Advisor to join the Rwanda Medical Supply Limited (RMS Ltd) Delivery Unit.
Background
The USAID Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) project is the primary vehicle through which USAID 1) procures and provides health commodities, 2) provides technical assistance to improve partner countries’ management of the supply chain, and 3) collaborates with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives.
The purpose of the GHSC-PSM project is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities in support of U.S. Government (USG)-funded public health initiatives around the world. The project provides direct procurement and supply chain management technical assistance to the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the USAID Office of Population and Reproductive Health (PRH). In supporting USG-funded global health activities, GHSC-PSM develops and manages a wide array of services for health commodity procurement and related systems strengthening technical assistance encompassing different elements of a comprehensive supply chain.
RMS Ltd is a state-owned company created by the Government of Rwanda with the mandate of managing the end-to-end health supply chain for Rwanda. RMS Ltd provides pharmaceuticals and health commodities towards 5 rights: the right patient, the right drug/dose, the right cost, the right route, and the right time.
The vision of RMS Ltd is to ensure quality and timely availability of all health commodities to the public through a cost-efficient, sustainable, and effective supply chain. Drugs will be available throughout the country through an economical and financially sustainable supply chain that can meet current and future need and manage increasing complexity.
Purpose
The Senior Digital Supply Chain Advisor to RMS works closely with the RMS CEO and key stakeholders – including other RMS executive managers – and provides strategic guidance and oversight on the integration of digital technologies within the supply chain and to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in digital supply chain management, providing strategic insights and recommendations for future initiatives. The position will play a key role in driving the digital transformation of RMS Ltd supply chain, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, visibility, and responsiveness.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive digital transformation strategies for the supply chain.
- Identify areas for improvement and opportunities to optimize supply chain processes through digital solutions like inventory management systems, RFID tracking, and data analytics.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend digital solutions that address supply chain challenges and align with organizational objectives.
- Ensure successful delivery of the overarching digital transformation goals within RMS Ltd
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders to integrate digital technologies seamlessly into existing workflows.
- Foster a culture of innovation and digital literacy by developing and delivering training programs for staff on new technologies.
- Provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure successful adoption and utilization of digital solutions.
- Advise the establishment and development of a highly functional digital team which can learn, adapt, and implement different cutting-edge technologies.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the performance of the digital supply chain and identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in digital supply chain management, providing strategic insights to inform future initiatives.
- Communicate openly and professionally with the senior leadership, MOH, and partners about progress of different initiatives and challenges.
- Represent RMS in different technical, national, regional, and global platforms.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Information Technology, or other related fields
- Minimum 7 years of experience in managing digital projects, software deployment and other related digitally transformative activities.
- Proven track record of successfully implementing digital transformation initiatives.
- Hands on experience in the planning, road map development and implementation of major system transitions. Experience in ERP transition is a plus.
- Deep understanding SAP/ERP in the supply chain ecosystem is desirable.
- Strong understanding of digital solutions applicable to the healthcare supply chain which includes but not limited to procurement, inventory management, distribution, last mile visibility and dashboards.
- Sound understanding of the eHealth architecture in the Rwandan health care system and interoperability of disparate systems within an ecosystem.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Level of Effort and Location
This long-term position will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, with intermittent travel throughout the country.
Supervision
The Senior Digital Supply Chain Advisor to RMS Ltd will report to the RMS Ltd Delivery Unit Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Application Process
Application should include an application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (4 pages maximum), copy of academic qualifications, three professional references, telephone contact and email address, NOT later than May 7th at 17:30.
Please apply to:
The Country Director, GHSC-PSM Project in Rwanda through email psmrwandarecruit@ghsc-psm.org and mention “The Senior Digital Supply Chain Advisor to RMS Ltd Application” as subject of your email. Only complete applications will be vetted, and short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted in relation to the subject.
Done at Kigali, April 23, 2024
Country Director, GHSC-PSM Project in Rwanda
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