Vernil Ferdinand
Procurement Assistant
Castries
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a Master of Science in International Health and Tropical Medicine from the University of Oxford. Experienced in procurement, project management, and health supply chain management within international organizations. Proven track record of initiating and managing pooled procurement projects, conducting scoping reviews, and providing technical support for tendering and contracting activities. Adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives. Seeking opportunities to contribute my expertise and drive impactful initiatives within international development and health sectors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Procurement Assistant
Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS Commission)
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Led the organization’s first-ever Pooled Procurement initiative for laboratory supplies across 9 Member States, to consolidate purchasing power to achieve bulk discounts and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers
- Assisted in tendering, contracting, and procurement for laboratory commodities and pharmaceuticals/medical products
- Collected data and information for the expansion of commodities eligible for pooled procurement, including dialysis, dental, and assistive devices
- Led the initiation of a project focusing on the digitization of existing pharmaceutical/laboratory assessment indicators and other forms used for data collection within the health commodities pooled procurement services unit.
Student Placement
Sci Foundation, London
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Conducted scoping review for vector ecology management of schistosomiasis evidence gaps, including consultations in Zanzibar.
Intern
Caribbean Public Health Agency
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Aided in carrying out biological and chemical lab tests and led an assessment of DHIS2 for environmental health surveillance.
Internship Student
Ministry of Health
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted with developing nutrition plans addressing individual patient conditions in community and hospital settings.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) International Health and Tropical Medicine -
University of Oxford
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Health Science Nutrition and Society -
University of The West Indies-Cave Hill Campus
08.2020
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies Open Campus SLU
05.2001 -
Certificate - Health Supply Chain Management
PSA Academy
05.2001 -
Skills
Certification
Certificate in Public Procurement Program (In Progress)
Timeline
Procurement Assistant
Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS Commission)
02.2023 - 04.2024
Student Placement
Sci Foundation, London
05.2022 - 06.2022
Intern
Caribbean Public Health Agency
07.2020 - 09.2020
Internship Student
Ministry of Health
06.2019 - 07.2019
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies Open Campus SLU
05.2001 -
Certificate - Health Supply Chain Management
PSA Academy
05.2001 -
Master of Science (M.S.) International Health and Tropical Medicine -
University of Oxford
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Health Science Nutrition and Society -
University of The West Indies-Cave Hill Campus
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