Vaccine Supplies and Logistics
Oversee, review and manage vaccine supplies and logistics systems to ensure efficient distribution of vaccines in order to prevent and control vaccine-preventable diseases.
Type
Domain
Competency Area
Public Health
Levels
Understands logistic management systems
Lists the composition of vaccine, its purpose, and concerns in maintaining potency and efficacy of vaccine (such as glass vial, stopper, pre-filled syringe, additives, adjuvant, allergens, etc.) and the effect of temperature on potency and efficacy of the vaccine
Understands the importance of protocols/standard operating procedures for vaccination storage, handling, and transportation based on national and state guidelines
Describes the components of a logistics management system and its link with requirements during its life-cycle (end users, planners, managers etc.)
Documents information and system processes
Documents information on vaccine products and packaging options
Identifies gaps in existing vaccine supply systems, processes, and workflows through periodic assessments
Documents case studies/best practices on application of information systems in vaccine supply systems
Reviews gaps and Proposes solutions
Proposes dialogue and consultation between the public sector (ministry/departments/PSUs) and vaccine manufacturers about suitable vaccine product attributes
Reviews technological and management solutions for temperature monitoring as part of quality control processes
Proposes selection, acquisition, and deployment of digital/IoT solutions to upgrade national and state supply chain systems towards the efficient distribution of vaccines
Leads partnership and process development
Streamlines tools and processes available to assess trade-offs in vaccine product profiles to inform procurement decisions
Manages and monitors logistic management information system towards improved forecast of vaccine supplies and performance management of logistics
Prioritizes innovation in energy, materials and processes to minimize environmental impact of supply systems