Deputy Project Director at Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies

1 month ago

Nairobi, Kenya Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) Full time

Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a registered trust of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) with the mandate to provide reliable, quality and affordable essential drugs, medical supplies, training and other pharmaceutical services.
Summary
MEDS is seeking to recruit a Deputy Project Director for this Project.The position will report to the Project Director and will be responsible for assisting the Project Director with the management of technical supply chain activities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures. The Deputy Project Director will serve as Acting Project Director if the Chief of Party is absent. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent in-country and occasional international travels.
Key Responsibilities

Responsible for tactical and day to day oversight of supply chain operations to create a strong foundation for the project
Identify and address risks to achievement of project objectives and tasks taking into consideration related costs and set timelines
Ensure that planned project activities fulfil both business and resource requirements by seeking necessary approvals and management support
Develop and implement annual work plans and budgets that reflect priorities of USAID, Ministry of Health and other stakeholders
Support in preparation of project budgets for resource allocation and approve expenditure for control and accountability
Enforce compliance of project activities to contract requirements and USG funding regulations
Coordinate activities between various stakeholders including USAID, Ministry of Health and subcontracted agencies
Prepare projects reports and submit to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
Maintain strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders
Manage consultants and technical experts supporting the project
Support the Project Director in developing and nurturing a dynamic and competent workforce for the project through a robust performance driven culture
Develop and ensure adherence to program and organization policies, procedures and regulatory requirements

Requirements

A Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, supply chain, public health, or related field
A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management
A minimum of 7 years of experience working with supply chain projects
Demonstrated team player with strong financial management skills, this could include high level management, budgeting and reporting skills
Strong writing and organizational skills for reporting on activity results
Demonstrated capacity to support and supervise staff
Prior experience in managing consultants and technical experts
Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Experience in USAID funded projects and knowledge of USG funding compliance requirements will be an added advantage

If you fit the above profiles, kindly email your applications including:

Detailed CV stating your current position, current salary, email address and telephone contacts
Name and contacts of 3 Referees (one of whom must be a professional who has supervised you at some point and one a Senior Religious Leader
Copy of National Identity Card
Tax Compliance Certificate
Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

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