James Djan
@jamesdjan
I lead public-health procurement and supply chain operations, delivering critical medical supplies and logistics projects.
GhanaWhat I'm looking for
At Ghana Health Service headquarters, I lead procurement for the Supply Stores and Drugs Management Division, managing tenders, evaluations, contracts, procurement plans, budgets, and supplier records through GHANEPS and World Bank STEP.
I've led procurement for critical public-health projects, including USD 11.9 million in portable oxygen concentrators and ventilators during COVID-19, medical and laboratory consumables, vaccination cards, haulage for insecticide nets, and an integrated national laboratory information system.
My work spans procurement, logistics, last-mile distribution, contract management, and supply chain supportive supervision across health facilities nationwide. I have also contributed to the development and implementation of the Ghana Logistics Management Information System.
I bring a proactive, service-focused approach to resolving procurement issues, maintaining compliance, and strengthening supply chain resilience for healthcare delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Procurement Manager
Ghana Health Service
Feb 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Managed procurement activities including tendering, evaluation, and contract management using GHANEPS and World Bank STEP. Led technical evaluations and developed procurement plans and budgets.
Procurement Manager
Ghana Health Service
Feb 2021 - Feb 2024 (3 years)
Managed procurement processes, developed plans and budgets, and led technical evaluations. Served on evaluation teams for UNICEF-funded WASH projects and Agenda 111 medical equipment.
Senior Supply Officer
Ghana Health Service
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Prepared technical evaluation reports, managed procurement plans and budgets, and maintained supplier databases. Provided training and supervision on supply chain exercises.
Supply Officer
Ghana Health Service
Aug 2012 - Sep 2018 (6 years 1 month)
Assisted in procurement planning and reporting, maintained supplier databases, and managed contracts. Acted as Regional Focal Person for Last Mile Distribution and contributed to GHLMIS development.
Supply Officer
Ministry of Health/Ghana Health Service
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted in preparing procurement plans and reports, sourced items using appropriate methods, and supported the procurement committee secretary.
Procurement Assistant
Volta River Authority
Jun 2010 - Jul 2010 (1 month)
Facilitated procurement of goods, services, and works, prepared tender documents, and supported tender evaluation and contract administration.
Store Keeper
Volta River Authority
Jun 2009 - Jul 2009 (1 month)
Managed receipt, storage, and distribution of commodities and health supplies, ensuring accurate inventory control using store ledgers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Cape Coast
Master of Science, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
2020 - 2021
Pursued a Master of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
University of Education, Winneba
Bachelor of Science, Procurement and Supply Chain Management
2014 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
Koforidua Technical University
Higher National Diploma, Purchasing and Supply
2008 - 2011
Earned a Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply.
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