Program Officer, Laboratory Services Job at Caritas Nigeria (APPLY Here)
Program Officer, Laboratory Services: (Delta, Enugu & Imo States) CODE: PO, LS-1019.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design, planning and implementation of laboratory services and laboratory related activities. S/he will Compile, analyze and monitor trends on the functionality and optimization of all Clinical laboratory services as well as laboratory related activities.
- Plan and monitor Rapid test quality improvement initiative across all the states.
- Support the implementation of Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement and the deployment and institution of appropriate corrective and preventive action respectively.
- Assist in the evaluation of laboratory methods and procedures; and conduct of periodic laboratory system assessment and review of activities.
- Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the Integrated Sample Referral Network and an efficient biosafety and infection control program across all supported healthcare facilities and communities.
- Assist in the development and adaptation of required guidelines/standards for related laboratory services.
- Be responsible for the functionality of all laboratory information systems and linkage to EMR.
- Responsible for the design, implementation and monitoring system to ensure an efficient documentation of laboratory information.
- Prepare progress reports of laboratory activities, lab program implementation and lab quality issues.
- Develop, implement and monitor the laboratory logistics plan to support program implementation.
- Be responsible for Dry Tube Specimen (DTS) production, distribution and monitoring of HIV
Quality Improvement Program
- Keep inventory of necessary laboratory reagents and supplies needed for DTS production and distribution.
- Oversee the development and implementation of quality control measures that will monitor specimen quality and storage conditions, including temperature and time.
- Oversee Viral load activities in the state and reference laboratories.
Additional Responsibilities:
The Responsibilities (Above) are not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other related tasks as required and will be responsible for reporting and communicating progress and achievement of the specific assigned tasks.
Qualification and Experience:
Qualified applicants must have:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Medical Laboratory Science. A valid certificate to practice as Medical Laboratory Scientist. Mandatory Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation and management of laboratory services in HIV/AIDS program or any other public health intervention program. Experience in a laboratory setting in the areas of molecular diagnosis (viral load determination, drug resistance testing, genotyping and nucleic acid sequencing) is a must. Familiarity with standards and federal/state regulations affecting the laboratory and laboratory practices. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
- Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
- Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise, and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
- Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, cooperation, and learning.
- Willingness and ability to travel.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sensitivity in working with multiple cultures and beliefs, and to gender equity.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
- Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
Key Competencies
- Should possess good skills in;
- Good Knowledge of effective communication skills both inter-personal and intra-personal.
- Team work and personal impact
- Attention to detail.
Additional Advantage.
- Understanding of faith-based organizations and capacity-building in local partnerships
- Familiarity with policies, procedures, and priorities of Caritas agencies
- Experience in staff development and partner capacity
- Demonstrated commitment to improving gender equality in programming and operations.
- Demonstrated capacity and experience with institutional strengthening of civil society
- Flexibility to work both in a team and independently
- Cultural sensitivity, patience and flexibility
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required
HOW TO APPLY
Interested Applicants with the desired requirements should;
1. Kindly fill out the attached EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM as appropriate; and send to recruitment.caritasnigeria@ccfng.org; with
2. A Letter of Application, a recently updated CV and Credentials in one single PDF file-format (as attachment).
*Strictly, Single entry only.
Subject of the Application must be written as given on the Vacancy Announcement.
e.g.; Program Specialist, Quality Improvement & Disease Surveillance: (insert choice location) CODE: PS, QIS-1019.
Please note: Applications not received in the stated format will be DISQUALIFIED
Closing Date: Close of Business, Friday October 18, 2019.
