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 world’s most pressing health challenges.

The Market Dynamics team uses data to co-generate policies that increase the availability of health products and services. PATH is currently implementing two projects in Malawi that involve close collaboration with high level government stakeholders, donors, firms, and multilateral health organizations such as the WHO. The work is extremely fast paced and requires a dedicated self-starter individual who will hit the ground running. PATH seeks to identify and work with an experienced expert with a robust understanding of health systems (especially respiratory care and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) medical devices), public policy, and economics, who will be able to engage stakeholders, facilitate collaborations and build networks with aligned actors in the health space.

PATH’s Market Dynamics program is currently recruiting for a MARKET DYNAMICS OFFICER that is prepared to lead PATH’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to increase access to medical devices in Malawi. The Market Dynamics Officer will support the Medical Device Portfolio within the Market Dynamics Program in implementing (1) the Malawi Respiratory Care Program aimed at increasing safe access to oxygen therapy, and (2) the Market Dynamics for MNCH Medical Devices project, aimed at diagnosing key barriers to access for MNCH medical devices. The Officer to be hired will work with Market Dynamics staff in Malawi and PATH HQ teams to plan, implement interventions, advise on the best approaches, conduct analyses, and apply findings to address market failures that restrict access to life-saving products and interventions. He/she will lead collaborative efforts in health and respiratory care initiatives in the country and advise on effective decision making.

The Officer will serve as the project lead for the PATH market dynamics-based efforts to improve access to medical devices, including (1) ensuring that a country strategy for oxygen therapy and respiratory care equipment is developed as part of the Malawi MOH’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) conducting a rapid analysis of 8 priority MNCH medical devices to evaluate market structure and root cause barriers to access; and (3) implementing a medical equipment management information system that is tailored to the specific needs of the Malawi MOH.  The Officer will play a key leadership role in these efforts and will work closely with a strong team of internal and external collaborators.

The Market Dynamics Officer will be responsible for implementing key activities according to the program work plans. He/she will lead collaborative engagements with the Ministry of Health, health stakeholders and other aligned actors in the oxygen, respiratory care, and MNCH ecosystem. He/she will support in reporting advise on oxygen related market research, medical devices and other global health products, e.g., MNCH and respiratory care equipment and related consumables. He/she will be expected to provide evidence-based guidance to PATH teams for program decision making in country. The Officer will be expected to execute these specific tasks:

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead the Malawi the project team in development and execution of work plans and associated project activities.
• Work with the PATH team in Malawi to maintain and develop new effective work relationships with MoH and other key health partners (oxygen, respiratory care, MNCH, medical devices) in implementing the Oxygen Ecosystem Roadmap,
• Identify key actors in the health space in Malawi to advocate oxygen scale-up and mobilize resources for oxygen.
• Lead the development of rigorous technical outputs; conduct primary field research by managing teams of enumerators, design surveys, and conduct interviews to evaluate market structure and key barriers to access for priority MNCH medical devices in the context of the Malawian health system.
• Support the government in implementing an equipment management system to organize inventory, maintenance, and consumables supply activities, by:
  • Identifying and interviewing key stakeholders to evaluate key lessons from previous equipment management systems and key needs moving forward.
  • Advising the procurement of a software tool that meets the above needs.
  • Support the government in planning the rollout/implementation of procured tool.
• Develop high quality outputs for external stakeholders including written reports, PowerPoint presentations, and data visualizations that effectively explain complex topics using well-structured and understandable language and visual aids.
• Represent PATH in key meetings and provide local context and background to the PATH project team and advise in-country team on best medical device and oxygen strategies and approaches.
• As needed, identify, engage, and serve as the support contact for key stakeholders in other PATH’s Malawi market dynamics project activities.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Master's Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Public Health, or equivalent advanced degree plus Minimum five (05) years in market analysis, healthcare management consulting or other relevant private and public sector experience.
• Experience engaging with both public and private sector partners preferred. Knowledge of health systems, medical devices, and/or diagnostics, especially in developing countries or emerging markets a plus.
• Direct experience working in low-or middle-income countries a plus.
• Experience working with health systems as an implementer, researcher, policy professional or businessperson.
• Experience with medical devices is a plus.
• Solid technical knowledge of market analytics including:
  • Building, implementing, and analyzing market research studies and quantitative models to inform global or developing country decision-making, e.g., demand forecasts and impact models.
  • Analysis of product development and introduction scenarios to chart pathways for new product introduction.
  • Ability to identify key trends from complex and ambiguous datasets.
  • Ability to synthesize project findings and translate into programmatic and policy recommendations.
  • Ability to use statistical software such as R or Stata.
• Strong understanding of the WHO and country-led procurement of health products
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain close and effective relationships with partnering organizations at local, national, and international levels.
• Demonstrated experience in project planning/management and balancing multiple projects and priorities.
• Proven effectiveness working in a team-based environment, but capable also of working independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to approximately 20% of the time.
• Intermediate French proficiency preferred.

Must have legal authorization to work in Malawi.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law