Latest careers at Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) April 2024

Pharmaceutical jobs, Marketing jobs, Finance jobs, Accounting jobs, Procurement jobs, Supply Chain jobs, Project Management jobs,

Field Officer (Re-advertisement)

The position will report to the Sales & Marketing Manager and will be responsible for providing sales and client support services for business growth.

Key responsibilities:

Product Marketing and positioning
Carry out member education to improve customer experience
Schedule field activities for efficient resource utilization so as to achieve set monthly and annual sales targets
Visit customers to build relationships with a view to identifying their needs
Follow up customer concerns for customer satisfaction
Collect debts to improve liquidity
Communicate all technical specifications to relevant committees/users

Job requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or business related course, with Diploma in Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Laboratory, Clinical Medicine or any other Health related course or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences with a bias in Marketing
MBA will be an added advantage
Registration with relevant health professional body
Functional skills: competencies in Statistical analysis, Communication, sales and marketing problem solving and negotiation skills
Clean driving licence with over five years of continuous driving experience
At least five years’ work experience in marketing of which three years is in marketing health products and technologies
Behavioural competencies and attitude: High level of integrity, interpersonal relations, self-driven, business acumen, excellent customer service and social intelligence
Willing to work in any part of the country

Accountant – USAID Dawa Za Ubora Project (Re-advertisement)

The purpose of the contract is to obtain efficient, reliable and accountable supply chain management services for the procurement, warehousing, and distribution of health commodities for HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis, Maternal/Neonatal/Child Health (MNCH) and Global Health Security (GHS) activities for patients across all 47 Counties in Kenya for adequate care, treatment and prevention for communicable diseases and other health needs. MEDS seeks to recruit an Accountant for this Project.

The position will report to the Senior Accountant and will be charged with the responsibility to:

Prepare project budgets in compliance with USAID Dawa Za Ubora Contract, USG Guidelines.
Develop routine and ad hoc status reports, budget updates for different activities to ensure the regular flow of accurate and relevant financial information for enhanced project management and planning.
Maintain accurate accounting framework for project stocks and up to date records that represent a true fair view of project stock value.
Prepare project suppliers’ payment within credit period and maintain good supplier relationships.
Prepare tax compliance reports and seek tax exemptions for all project expenditure.
Monitor disbursement/receipt schedules, alert relevant project staff of due payments/ liquidations, and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management and compliance with set guidelines.
Project cash flow management: Ensure project bank Accounts are timely funded with due compliance to donor advance management, reimbursement management and third-party payment management guidelines.
Maintain accurate Dawa Za Ubora project assets/ inventory register
Prepare project Monthly and quarterly financial statements and reports to reflect project performance and facilitate decision-making by Project Management team and the donor.
Prepare Project Audit schedules and project financial statements, coordinate review by compliance and Audit teams of audit findings and administrative support to teams in the implementation of the recommendations.
Participate in the development of project work plans and budgets.

Candidate Profile:

Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a business-related course with CPA(K) Certification
Professional Qualifications/Membership in professional bodies
Associate ICPAK Member, Registered member of ICPAK is an added advantage
At least 5 years’ experience in a busy accounting environment
Prior accounting experience in a USG-funded project is mandatory

Finance and Operations Director

MEDS is seeking to recruit a Finance and Operations Director for this Project. The position will report to the Project Director and will be responsible for and serve as primary coordinator for all finance and human resource aspects in the project. S/he will be responsible for providing effective management and oversight on all aspects of project budgeting, financial reporting, and financial and operational management and compliance with the terms of the contract. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with occasional in-country travels and is subject to availability of donor funding and confirmation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership in planning, managing and controlling financial functions of the project
Carry out financial and budget planning, effective accounting, cash flow management, financial strategy and analysis
Supervise Project Finance & Accounting staff to ensure smooth day-to-day transactions and efficiency and effectiveness across the project
Supervise preparation of contractually required financial reports
Ensure maintenance of highest standards of financial management and accountability
Protect donor funds through observing high fiduciary standards by coordinating audits; ensuring compliance and risk management
Participate in developing and implementing the project’s internal control system, financial and HR policies and best practices
Ensure compliance with contractual and legal obligations
Supervise the issuing of cheques for processed transactions, the logging of payments, and the distribution and/or mailing of cheques to the appropriate vendor
Advise on Human Resource donor related requirements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Accountancy qualification; CPAK, ACCA. Must be registered with ICPAK
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or related field relevant to the position requirements
A minimum of 7 years of experience in relevant financial management, with progressive
experience, on experience projects of similar complexity, with progressive responsibilities, in developing countries;
A minimum of 7 years of experience supervising overall operations on projects of similar complexity (e.g. teams of human resource, logistics, and finance staff

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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Deputy Project Director

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.