E-DRUG: Vacancy announcement: Market Research Adviser (40hrs/week)
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i+solutions is looking for a Market Research Adviser to be a part of our
team in Woerden, Netherlands.
It's an exciting time to join i+solutions as we embark upon a new phase in
re-organizing our organization to suit the needs of our clients. Our
ultimate goal is to help our clients improve the health of their
communities by building sustainable health systems. It is this ambition
that drives us. We are committed to making sure that patients and users get
the medicines and supplies they need. No matter how remote the location.
For this, we support our clients with market dynamics and evidence based
research to better understand the relationship between the supply and
demand side barriers, the market behavior so that the most suitable and
forward thinking market intervention is chosen.
Under the overall guidance of the Director Programs & Innovation and the
Manager Market Research you will be responsible for the following:
· Conduct market research/landscape analysis to understand health
markets and identify factors impeding access to medicines and health
products using relevant methodologies such as literature review,
stakeholder interviews, data analysis and synthesis;
· Provide ongoing support to the proposition team in development
and validation of existing tools/methodologies to better understand health
markets;
· Work with the proposition team to generate evidence on market
shortcomings and utilise them for proposing/implementing relevant market
interventions at global and country level;
· Actively engage in acquisition of new projects by identifying
business opportunities and writing project proposals;
· Contribute to i+solutions' market research expertise development
and expansion of project portfolio across all disease areas;
· Expand and explore partnership opportunities with organisations
working in the field of health supply chain management and market dynamics;
· Execution and management of assigned projects against agreed work
plans and approved budgets;
· Contribute towards strategic planning and development of annual
work plans and budget for the unit/department;
· Manage stakeholder communication and represent i+solutions in
global initiatives and partnerships aimed at promoting access to medicines.
What we are looking for:
Education & experience
· Degree or equivalent qualification in public health, pharmacy,
health logistics, international development or related area;
· At least 5 years' work experience in health systems,
pharmaceutical supply chain management or public health;
· Good understanding of health systems in low and middle income
countries;
· Experience in designing, conducting and managing implementation
and operational research/studies, data;
· Working knowledge of SPSS and other statistical software.
Skills
· Strong data management and analytical skills;
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills including
ability to prepare compelling presentations and written reports;
· Experience working in an international and multicultural
environment;
· Ability and flexibility to travel on a short notice and spend
longer periods of time in the field is a must;
· Excellent computer literacy with Microsoft Office applications,
including Word, Excel and Outlook and PowerPoint;
· Able to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines.
Languages
· Proficiency in English;
· Working knowledge of Portuguese and other UN languages (French,
Spanish) will be an added advantage.
What will i+solutions offer
· A competitive salary and good secondary working conditions
· Development opportunities to get the best out of yourself
· Room for your enthusiasm and initiative to help craft a team
· An international working environment
Do you believe that you can contribute to improving the access to health
care by creating a robust, effective and reliable supply chain? Does this
role spark your interest? Does the above criteria match your skill set? If
so, then waste no time and apply now!
Applications
Please apply with your CV and cover letter telling us why you think you
would be a great fit for this position to
hr@iplussolutions.org
before 15 August 2017.
About i+solutions*
i+solutions is an independent, international not-for-profit organization,
specializing in pharmaceutical supply chain management for low and middle
income countries. We offer high quality integrated supply chain and
consultancy services for HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis treatments, as
well as Reproductive Health products and activities. Our main drivers are
innovation, information technology, creativity and effective execution.
We help to meet the needs of our in-country partners and organizations by
supporting them in taking greater responsibility for their procurement,
capacity building, facilities and systems, to become more self-sufficient
in local pharmaceutical supply chain management. Our key areas of expertise
include:
· Procurement & Supply Services
· Training & Consultancy Services
· Innovative Projects
i+solutions is a young and dynamic organization located in Woerden with a
local presence and offices in Washington DC, Burundi, South Africa and
Rwanda. In Woerden we employ 60 persons and work with sub-contractors
across the globe.
Our clients include international organizations such as WHO, UNFPA,
Ministries of Health and Foreign Affairs, USAID, the Global Fund, UNITAID,
NGO's and private companies. We are the major pharmaceutical procurement
partner for the Pooled Procurement Mechanism (PPM) for the Global Fund,
with a total yearly procurement volume of over 700 million USD.
i+solutions is a member of the Partnership for Supply Chain Management
(PFSCM), which is a partnership of various professional organisations
managing the Pooled Procurement Mechanism (PPM) and other projects.
Besides procurement services, i+solutions provides long-term technical
assistance to improve supply chain systems within the broader context of
health systems strengthening.
Manusika Rai <msikarai@gmail.com>