Daniel Karimi Email & Phone Number

Kenya

• The Promoting the Quality of Medicines Plus (PQM+) program is a USAID-funded initiative that assists low—and middle-income countries in strengthening their medical product quality assurance systems.𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Develop and implement technical frameworks, guidelines, policies, and procedures to streamline compliance and regulation in pharmaceutical supply chains.
• Undertake manufacturer GMP inspections and assist in addressing compliance gaps.
• Offer technical support and guidance to manufacturers on WHO prequalification for medicines.
• Assist manufacturers in developing and implementing strategies for quality improvement, market access, growth, and sustainability. 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
• Created more than 25 tools that enhanced the compliance and regulation of health products across the supply chain in different regions.

Kenya

• 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Maintained corporate compliance with all the regulatory requirements.
• Established internal quality control mechanisms to deal with high incidences of product defects and failure to meet GMP requirements.
• Coordinated and conducted staff capacity building on quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Engaged with stakeholders to better company and sector opportunities.
• Assisted in corporate-level strategic management including developing effective quality programs and overall operations.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

• Chemonics Pharma LLC, through the USAID Kenya Pharma Project, created a secure and reliable supply chain that ensured a sustainable availability of quality-assured medicines for healthcare needs in Kenya.𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Managed local and international outsourced laboratories to ensure adequate testing of health products.
• Engaged KEMSA and NASCOP to manage stock-out risks while ensuring supply chain quality assurance.
• Liaised with local regulatory authorities to ensure supply chain compliance with national standards.
• Monitored and evaluated project performance metrics using data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency and quality compliance.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
• Supervised product quality assurance in the $500 million pharmaceutical supply chain project.

• Osschemie (K) Limited is a pharmaceutical company in Kenya that manufactures generic medicines and disinfectants.𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Ensured company operations met GMP and regulatory standards.
• Developed and maintained quality, safety, health, and environmental compliance programs, aligning operations with industry and regulatory requirements.
• Conducted internal audits to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Led staff training programs.
• Managed budgeting and cost control measures across production, storage, and distribution, aiming to optimize resource utilization and reduce operational costs.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

• The Nairobi Women's Hospital Group is a leading healthcare provider in Kenya, specializing in women's and children's health. 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Oversaw pharmaceutical operations across the hospital group, managing end-to-end medication supply chain processes, including procurement, inventory, and distribution.
• Managed the financial performance of the pharmacy department, including billing processes, profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities, and financial reporting.
• Led initiatives to promote rational drug use by conducting regular prescription audits, ensuring safe and appropriate medication practices.
• Collaborated with hospital management and clinical teams to optimize medication utilization, enhance patient outcomes, and support healthcare cost-effectiveness.
• Developed and implemented policies for efficient pharmacy operations, aligning department objectives with overall hospital goals.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

• Worked with Government of Kenya at Hospital in Moyale, Makueni, Nairobi Districts.𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬
• Coordinating pharmaceutical services across the district hospital, health centres, and dispensaries to ensure smooth operations and effective service delivery.
• Overseeing the proper storage and handling of pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Managing the distribution and usage of medications, ensuring that they are delivered in a timely and efficient manner to all healthcare facilities.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of drug stocks, usage, and distribution to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Ensuring adherence to the Essential Drugs List (EDL) in procurement processes and monitoring for compliance with national and international pharmaceutical guidelines.

Master Of Science In Public Health

Certificate In Leading Strategic Innovation In Healthcare

Certificate In Basics Of Health Economics

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Pharmacy - Bpharm, Pharmaceutical Sciences