Consultant Information Technology

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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science economics technology advocacy and dozens of other specialties PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the worlds most pressing heath challenges.

This position is based in Guwahati Assam

About PATHs Health Systems Strengthening Vertical

PATH strives to build a world where innovation ensures that health is within reach for everyone. We start by thinking about people. What do children women and men need to be healthy Similarly what do health workers managers and decision-makers need to do their jobs well How can the information products or services that are needed for health best be obtainednot just for today but for the future

Innovators are developing new information products and services that hold great promise for global health. But this promise cant be realized if solutions cant be delivered. Health systemsthat is the organizations and people whose primary intent is to promote restore or maintain health1are weak in many countries and represent a challenge to achieving health equity. There is an urgent need for energy support and creativity to ensure that health systems can deliver effective health interventions.

This focus on systems is a core component of PATHs overall mission to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies strengthening systems and encouraging healthy behaviors. Our systems work both informs and is informed by our work with technology and behavior change. PATH strengthens health systems to improve the health of people around the world. PATHs health systems vertical is engaged with the following themes:

• Primary Health Care

• Pandemic Preparedness and Surveillance

• Devices and Diagnostics

• Supply Chain Management

• Healthcare Economics and Financing

• Technology and Innovations

• Private Sector Engagement

• Anti-Microbial Resistance and Global Health Security

• Climate Change

• Quality Improvement

About the position

PATH is seeking a Consultant-IT position for implementation and roll out of the supply chain strengthening project under TIS vertical. This position will work with the state teams to provide technical assistance and hand-holding support for strengthening public health supply chain management in the state of Assam.

Job Responsibilities:

IT System Development and Maintenance:

• Support in rolling out DVDMS in the State of Assam till SHC level.

• Ensure seamless integration of changes made with existing systems-DVDMS

• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide timely resolution.

• Enhance the functionalities and development of the dashboard for DVDMS.

• Leverage coding expertise to automate tasks troubleshoot system issues and optimize IT processes leading to faster resolutions and reduced downtime.

• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to promote the usage of DVDMS into supply chain ensuring seamless adoption and utilization by service providers.

• Establish mechanisms for monitoring the usage of DVDMS within public health supply chains including tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to data accuracy timeliness and system functionality. Analyzing DVDMS data to inform decision-making and improve supply chain performance within public health programs.

• Analyze DVDMS performance data to identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations for enhancing DVDMS functionality and usability to support supply chain operations effectively.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in DVDMS usage and management encouraging feedback ideas and suggestions from users and stakeholders for system enhancement.

Data Analytics and Reporting:

• Develop and maintain data analytics solutions to track supply chain performance identify trends and inform decision-making.

• Design and generate reports for stakeholders including data visualizations and insights.

• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations.

• Provide technical support and training to stakeholders including supply chain managers logistics teams and other end-users.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop solutions for them.

• Any other programmatic project task assigned by the supervisor.

Required Experience and qualifications.

• Advanced degree in Computer Application/ Healthcare IT or any other related field from top-tier schools.

• Possess proficiency in programming languages (e.g. Python JavaScript SQL PHP) allowing adaptability in evolving tech environments and contributing to innovative project development.

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in managing LMIS or Information Technology in progressively responsible leadership roles.

• Bridges the gap between IT and development teams enabling smoother implementation of technical solutions and enhancing system integration.

• Previous experience/ Demonstrated expertise in a similar role would be preferred for this position.

• Expertise in functions and practices of supply chain in government organizations/ departments and knowledge of best practices in supply chain management.

Skills/ Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of computer application mobile applications IT solutions.

• Excellent knowledge of Logistic Management Information System such as DVDMS E-Aushadhi and other state specific information systems

• Self-starter and committed to performing their duties with a high degree of autonomy in line with project goals and objectives.

• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex technical and policy concepts to diverse audiences.

• Self-directed and creative individual with experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong strategic thinking problem-solving and project management skills.

• Ability to develop productive working relationships with state government officials partner organizations and other key stakeholders including other team members

• Data analysis data visualization and analytical thinking skills.

• Excellent organizational and project management skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team.

• Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines.

• Ability to travel up to 30-40% of the time.

Location: Guwahati Assam