The Antimicrobial Resistance and Rational Use Manager will support the design and delivery of technical assistance related to anti-microbial resistance and rational use of pharmaceuticals including tools, approaches and reporting. Reporting to the Pharmaceutical Management Director, this position will work in close collaboration with the Regulatory System Strengthening Specialist, the Crosscutting and MEL teams and the Supply Chain Management Team, and may supervise the performance or work output of other staff or consultants.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads and supports efforts to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and promote rational use of pharmaceuticals.
• Develops and implements strategies to improve antimicrobial stewardship and appropriate use of antibiotics.
• Ensures that AMR and rational use considerations are integrated into plans, delivery of technical assistance, and learning and adaptation of tools and approaches.
• Ensures strong working relationships are maintained with key stakeholders related to AMR and rational use.
• Builds capacity of project staff and partners in AMR and rational use of pharmaceuticals concepts and practices and considerations.
• Identifies opportunities for learning and adaptation related to AMR and rational use of pharmaceuticals.

Other duties include:

• Support and build capacity of supply chain technical staff on MEL, CLA, and other related areas.
• Represent AMR activities, data and reports as well as stakeholder/partner engagements in the AMR arena, coordination forums and at USAID’s request.
• Contribute to strategic learning and communication initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, public health, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• At least 9 years of experience in AMR and rational use of medicines in resource-limited settings, particularly on donor-funded programs.Experience in designing and delivering technical assistance on anti-microbial resistance and rational use of pharmaceuticals in Kenya.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective stakeholder engagement, coordination and relationship management skills.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.