Technical Advisor for Medicines Quality Control Laboratories (MQCL), USAID LEAP Global

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About the Position

Global Solutions Ventures (GSV) - a joint-venture partnership between ZemiTek, LLC and Dexis Consulting Group - is implementing the Long-term Exceptional technical Assistance Project (LEAP Global), a mechanism used by USAID to battle against infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, neglected tropical diseases, and pandemic influenza. This initiative aims to address the complex human resource challenges faced by national infectious disease programs in USAID-supported countries.

The intervention of this project is to hire and embed technical expert advisors and subject matter experts within government entities. By directly embedding the technical expertise within the national programs, LEAP will provide long-term, sustainable mentoring and capacity building for program staff, empower host governments to lead and manage key aspects of their infectious disease portfolios, and improve coordination between USAID and the host government.

The Technical Advisor will provide technical expertise and support to the Director of CPPS, focusing on implementing recommendations related to pharmaceutical effectiveness, quality control, and safety from the Joint External Evaluation (JEE) and raising the demonstrated capacity of the Government of Uzbekistan to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease outbreaks and public health emergencies. The Advisor will provide day-to-day support to enhance the capacity of CPPS in pharmaceutical product quality control-related activities of the Global Health Security (GHS) and One Health (OH) approaches and ensure compliance with WHO's 2005 International Health Regulations. The Advisor will focus on strengthening the operations of Medicines Quality Control Laboratories (MQCL) in the country. The Advisor will strengthen laboratory quality and testing systems for antimicrobials and related products, establish a robust network among MQCLs across the country, and support relevant MQCLs in achieving WHO prequalification (PQ) accreditation for safety, quality, and efficacy.

Responsibilities

• Assess and strengthen the quality control and testing system for antimicrobials and related products within the Medicines Quality Control Laboratories of CPPS, including regional branches.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and protocols for testing antimicrobials and related products to ensure compliance with international standards.
• Ensure MQCLs adhere to WHO Good Practices for Quality Control Laboratories, WHO Good Practices for Pharmaceutical Microbiological Laboratories, and the relevant parts of WHO Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Provide technical support and training to laboratory staff on best practices for the quality control of antimicrobials and related products.
• Establish and strengthen a network among Medicines Quality Control Laboratories (MQCLs) across the country.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between MQCLs to share best practices and harmonize quality control standards.
• Organize workshops and meetings to promote knowledge exchange and coordination among MQCLs.
• Assist the Tashkent and regional MQCLs in achieving WHO Prequalification by providing technical guidance and support.
• Develop an action plan to achieve WHO prequalification accreditation for the safety, quality, and efficacy of antimicrobials and related products.
• Coordinate with WHO and other stakeholders to ensure the relevant MQCLs meet the necessary criteria for prequalification.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to build the capacity of CPPS and MQCLs staff in quality control   and testing practices.
• Develop and provide training materials on medicines quality control, testing of antimicrobials and related products, and laboratory management.
• Collaborate with other departments, stakeholders, and international organizations to ensure a coordinated approach to strengthening the MQCLs.
• Participate in meetings and discussions related to medicines quality control, antimicrobial testing, and public health.
• Prepare detailed reports on the progress of strengthening the MQCLs, implementation of WHO Prequalification requirements, and other related activities.
• Document best practices and lessons learned from quality control and testing system enhancements.
• Provide strategic advice to the Director of CPPS on medicines quality control and the testing of antimicrobials and related products.
• Stay updated on the latest developments and trends in pharmaceutical quality control and international standards.
• In consultation with USAID, provide other services related to medicines quality control and the testing of antimicrobials and related products requested by the CPPS Director.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Quality Control, Microbiology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in medicine quality control, laboratory management in the field of pharmaceuticals.
• Proven experience in implementing quality control systems and achieving international certifications.
• Knowledge of WHO prequalification processes and international pharmaceutical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in Russian (required)
• Proficiency in English. (required)
• Fluency in Uzbek is considered an advantage.
  

Supervisory Relationship: The Technical Advisor for Medicines Quality Control Laboratories (MQCL) will be supervised by the USAID/Uzbekistan Health Development Office LEAP Activity Manager. They will also work under the guidance of the Director of the Center for Pharmaceutical Products Safety (CPPS).

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