Senior National Consultancy Technical Support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry for the implementation of the roadmap including Algeria Pharmaceutical Market Assessment and Engagement
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of children's rights not just as a job, but as a calling. UNICEF offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
Job Purpose
The primary objective of this consultancy is to provide high-level technical and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI). This support is crucial for advancing the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and fulfilling the commitments outlined in the Algiers Declaration. The consultant will be instrumental in designing, coordinating, monitoring, and executing priority actions within the roadmap. These actions are aimed at strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies in Algeria, ensuring alignment with the broader Africa Strategy. Furthermore, the consultant will facilitate the establishment and operationalization of a Joint Steering Committee, led by the MPI with participation from UNICEF, WHO, UNIDO, and other relevant stakeholders, to oversee roadmap implementation and foster inter-partner coordination.
Responsibilities
Provide high-level technical assistance and strategic support to UNICEF Algeria and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry (MPI) for the implementation of the Algeria Local Production Roadmap and the Algiers Declaration commitments. Support the design, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of priority roadmap actions focused on strengthening the local production of medicines and health technologies in Algeria, aligning with the Africa Strategy. Facilitate the establishment and operationalization of a Joint Steering Committee, involving MPI, UNICEF, WHO, UNIDO, and other key stakeholders, to provide strategic oversight, review progress, identify bottlenecks, and enhance coordination among partners. Conduct pharmaceutical market assessments, design surveys and Expressions of Interest (EoIs), and analyze manufacturer and product data. Prepare comprehensive technical reports and coordinate multi-stakeholder processes effectively. Leverage expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and supply chains to guide local production initiatives. Ensure effective communication and collaboration with government institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, UN agencies, and development partners. Contribute to the development of strategies that enhance the pharmaceutical sector's capacity and resilience in Algeria.
Work Experience
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in pharmaceutical market analysis, pharmaceutical manufacturing, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, pharmaceutical supply chains, medicines local production, or industrial development. Experience working with government institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, UN agencies, or development partners in Algeria is highly desirable.
Skills
Pharmaceutical market analysis, Pharmaceutical manufacturing, Regulatory affairs, Quality assurance, Pharmaceutical supply chains, Local production strategies, Industrial development, Government institution collaboration, Multi-stakeholder coordination, Technical report writing, Project design and monitoring, Health sector strengthening