Job Vacancy For Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital is seeking to recruit a Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management.





Job Purpose





• Provide direction and advice in the timely procurement, storage and distribution of drug, equipment, other medical consumables, civil works, etc for KATH





Main Duties and Responsibilities





• Lead in the planning, procurement and distribution of drugs, equipment and medical supplies


• Lead in the procurement of civil works and services in accordance with the provisions of the public procurement act, 2003 (Act 663) as amended


• Ensure the procurement of items using GHANEPS


• Ensure the safe custody of drugs, equipment and medical supplies


• Lead in the development and maintenance of effective distribution systems for the hospital


• Contribute to policy development, analysis and review for KATH


• Lead in the development of systems for monitoring and evaluation of supply chain management practices across the hospital


• Facilitate the development and maintenance of a central database on all supplies and distributions


• To promote the sustenance, timely and effective application of GIFMIS and GhiLMIS in the supply chain operations of the hospital


• Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of national health policies


• Contribute to the development of medium/long term plans of KATH


• Prepare annual reports and other reports on procurement and stores required by the management


• Provide direction and guidelines in the disposal of obsolete/expired equipment and other commodities





Qualification Required & Experience





• At least postgraduate qualification in procurement and supply chain management or related field (masters or equivalent)


• Member of relevant and recognized professional body (in good standing)


• A minimum of 10 years working experience with at least 5 years at senior management level


• A broad knowledge base and experience in health sector procurement and supply chain management


• A broad knowledge of the public procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) as amended


• Evidence of leadership and continuing professional development and training in supply chain management





Location: Kumasi