Jasper Sablah
Adenta
Summary
Resourceful and forward-thinking Healthcare Consultant (Pharmacist/ Health Economist/ Public Health Specialist) bringing over 15 years successful history in pharmaceutical sales, value and market access initiatives, business development and strategy, and programme management with proven skills in acquisitions, budget review, reporting and research. Dedicated to implementing and increasing access to innovative solutions that address health issues. Expertise in evaluating and analyzing operational performance and resolving challenges. Analytical and responsive professional committed to supporting the organization to maximize efficiency and achieve objectives. Steps into new areas with adaptable approach and ease.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Component/Co-Lead
Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Accra
01.2022 - Current
- Coordinate and lead project including maintaining high-profile stakeholder engagement and steering advisory services to the Presidential Vaccine Manufacturing Committee and National Vaccine Institute
- Provide technical and financial management of the project of value 10.14 million EUR (including budget preparation) and in the framework of GIZ Rules and Regulations
- Provide technical guidance, supervision and management of local and international staff and external experts
- Coordinate and build network of development partners to support the topic of vaccine manufacturing in Ghana
- Support health team in new project development and acquisitions.
Technical Advisor
Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Accra
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Lead project implementation, coordination and management
- Formulate project concepts, work plans, prepare and manage budgets
- Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
- Lead and convene regular GIZ-steered Health Roundtable.
Global Market Access Innovation Intern
Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH
Frankfurt
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed a connected healthcare project
- Conducted research and analysis of connected health solutions for management of chronic diseases.
Program Manager
New Venture Fund
Washington, DC
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed program secretariat of Ghana Access and Affordability Program in Ghana
- Managed program-related expenses
- Provided leadership support, including data collection and M&E, for study titled, "The Effects of Differential Pricing and Health System Strengthening on the Management of Hyper-tension and Type II Diabetes Mellitus in Ghana".
Pharmacy Manager/Owner
M&M Health
Accra
07.2013 - 09.2017
- Managed a community pharmacy practice
- Trained intern pharmacists.
Consultant
Pharma International Company
Amman
04.2016 - 05.2016
- Conducted market research
- Prepared a report on analysis of Ghana's pharmaceutical market and market viability of some of the client's products.
Project Manager
Futures Group Global Outreach Inc.
Accra
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Led project team to undertake operational research titled, Costing Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Services Study
- Produced study report and organised dissemination seminar to share findings.
National Consultant
Futures Group Global Outreach Inc.
Accra
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Supported the development of the Ghana Family Planning Costed Implementation Plan 2016-2020 document
- Led stakeholder engagement, prepared presentations and briefs.
Key Account Manager - West Africa
Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
Accra
05.2012 - 10.2014
- Developed and managed market access operations in Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone
- Spearheaded selection of Gardasil (HPV vaccine) for National Immunization Program.
Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Pfizer Specialties
Accra
09.2008 - 04.2012
- Spearheaded listing of Pfizer's pneumococcal vaccine (Prevenar 13) on the National Immunization Program for routine immunisation
- Led Specialty-Care Team in absence of Sales Manager and took on key account responsibilities.
Medical Representative / Group Product Coordinator
Mepha Pharma AG
Accra
09.2004 - 07.2008
- Developed product plans and market strategies for portfolio products and implemented promotional campaigns to increase product sales
- Discovered and introduced portfolio products into new markets.
Education
Master of Science - International Pharmacoeconomics, Health Economics and Market Strategies for Healthcare Products
Hochschule Fresenius, University of Applied Sciences
08.2019
Master of Public Health - Public Health
University of Roehampton
03.2017
Post-Graduate Certificate - Business Administration
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
06.2007
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
06.2003
Skills
- Time management
- Organisation
- Presentation
- Strategic planning
- Analysis
- Negotiation
- Research
- Communication
- Decision-making
- Staff Management
- Business Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Financial Management
Affiliations
- Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana: Member (2004)
- ISPOR Ghana Chapter: Assist. Organising Secretary (2023)
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist in Ghana
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Activities
Co-convener - Future of Healthcare Summit (since 2021) (www.futureofhealthcaresummit.org)
Languages
- English, Excellent
- German, Basic
Publications
- Owusu-Daaku FTK, Sablah J. The essential drug list and drug use indicators at two university hospitals: KNUST and Legon, Ghana. West Afr. J. Pharm. Vol 18, No.1, 2004. January 2004.
- Sarfo FS, Mobula LM, Arthur L, Plange-Rhule J, Burnham G, Sablah J, Gavor E, Ansong D, Sarfo-Kantanka O, Gyamfi RA, Duah J, Abraham B, Ofori D. Differential pricing of medicines to improve access to medicines for hypertension and diabetes control in Ghana: The Ghana Access and Affordability Program, a multi-center prospective trial. Gates Open Research. August 2019.
- Sarfo FS, Mobula LM, Arthur L, Plange-Rhule J, Gebregziabher M, Ansong D, Sarfo-Kantanka O, Arthur L, Sablah J, Gavor E, Burnham G, Ofori D. Longitudinal control of blood pressure among a cohort of Ghanaians with hypertension: A multicenter, hospital-based study. Journal of Clinical Hypertension. April 2020.
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Board games
- Sports
Accomplishments
- Best Master Thesis work at Hochschule Fresenius
Timeline
Head of Component/Co-Lead
Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
01.2022 - Current
Technical Advisor
Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
07.2020 - 12.2021
Global Market Access Innovation Intern
Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH
09.2018 - 06.2019
Program Manager
New Venture Fund
02.2017 - 02.2018
Consultant
Pharma International Company
04.2016 - 05.2016
Project Manager
Futures Group Global Outreach Inc.
10.2015 - 02.2016
National Consultant
Futures Group Global Outreach Inc.
02.2015 - 09.2015
Pharmacy Manager/Owner
M&M Health
07.2013 - 09.2017
Key Account Manager - West Africa
Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
05.2012 - 10.2014
Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Pfizer Specialties
09.2008 - 04.2012
Medical Representative / Group Product Coordinator
Mepha Pharma AG
09.2004 - 07.2008
Master of Science - International Pharmacoeconomics, Health Economics and Market Strategies for Healthcare Products
Hochschule Fresenius, University of Applied Sciences
Master of Public Health - Public Health
University of Roehampton
Post-Graduate Certificate - Business Administration
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
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