Various Vacancies At Equitable Health Access Initiative

JOB PURPOSE:
With the head of department, plan, design, review, monitor all Laboratory program and provide technical support and implement high quality Laboratory services.

MAIN TASK
·         Supervises Laboratory services at ACTION ARV, ART and PMTCT sites.
·         Provide technical support and assistance to the site lab staff.
·         Assist in adoption and application of Good laboratory practices.
·         Ensure strict adherence to SOP and use of appropriate controls in all assays at sites.
·         Work with lab staff to optimize workflow.
·         Provide forecast on reagents and consumables.
·         Identify lapses and put in place appropriate corrective measures.
·         Conduct on site trainings based on observations in critical areas.
·         Address concerns that cannot be accomplished by QA Site Monitors.
·         Network Laboratory where necessary.
·         Perform other duties as assigned.
 
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
·         Experience in management of Laboratory services, particularly health facility based services.
·         Advance Laboratory procedures, diagnosis and management related to HIV/AIDS care and treatment.
·         Relevant supervisory experience is required with some in an international development area preferred.
·         Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs.
·         High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English.
·         Be able to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
·         Must be able to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project and site staff.
·         Must be computer literate
·         Ability to multitask.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
·         B.Sc./HND in Laboratory Sciences or related field with post NYSC experience.
·         Minimum of 5 years’ experience in provision of Laboratory support for HIV/AIDS.
·         Professional certification would be an advantage.