Job Vacancies at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

Reference No.: R763

Job Description

• Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-governmental organization working with countries and communities to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by building strong, resilient, and sustainable health systems in 150 countries around the world. MSH partners with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and thousands of health workers to implement locally-led solutions that expand access to medicines and services, improve quality of care, help prevent and control epidemics, support inspiring leadership and transparent governance, and foster informed, empowered, and healthier communities.
• MSH is currently a sub recipient to Catholic Relief Services for the implementation of the Global Fund Malaria Grant (2021 to 2023) in Nigeria, which aims to implement and support malaria control activities in 11 states, including the implementation of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign activities in 2 States (Katsina and Taraba). Due to the high volume of stakeholders/participants involved in the campaign, Operations ad-hoc personnel are needed to support Operations activities during the campaign. Previous experience in a similar position is an added advantage.
• The Operations support staff will support the operations unit in ensuring the smooth operations of logistics by providing clerical support.

Responsibilities

• Support to Arrange hotel for participants, consultants who are participating in the SMC activity in Katsina and Taraba States.
• Support the operations unit to engage vendors for the SMC activity in Taraba and Katsina States
• Support the Operations unit in maintaining the inventory records for items meant for the SMC activity.
• Support in scanning, filling of documents and raising reports about the SMC activities.
• Support in providing communication gateways for the SMC activities.
• Support the Operations unit in organizing for the dispatch of goods and equipment whenever required.
• Arrange spaces for participants making sure they have as much conducive environment as possible in the cause of the SMC activity.
• Inventory and asset management
• Coordinate the approved Activity Profiles making sure that materials, equipment, etc required for the activity are organized and ready for the activity
• Support to coordinate procurement and engagement of vendors for goods and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Verbal and written language skills in English required
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to learn complex program procedures
• Good typing skills. Good memo composition and editing skills. Good computer skills with sound knowledge of commonly used application software
• Familiar with internet search engines and able to undertake background search on well-defined tasks
• Able to work independently by managing priorities and workload within general schedule of work, instructions and standardized practices
• Takes initiative and can start/complete tasks with basic direction
• Consistently looks for ways to help support
• Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
• Strong office and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and fast paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.

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Reference No.: R759

Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021. We are seeking to engage a Site Home Visitor to follow up on enrollees and ensure return for subsequent sample collection. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 TES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• Follow-up enrollees and ensure they return for subsequent sample collection
• Serves as a link between patients and site and provide relevant feedback.
• Any other task assigned by site PI.

Requirements

• Prior experience performing similar task
• Fluency in English and local language of the site location
• Good communication skill
• Ability to read and write.

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Ref No: R762

Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a site Nurse to lead implementation of the site patient’s enrolment and management. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Key responsibilities

• Obtain Informed Consent
• Screening of patients
• Measuring weight
• Inclusion / Exclusion assessment
• Sample / specimen collection
• Administration of study drugs
• Entry / CRF completion
• Calibration of weighing scale, thermometer
• Update / maintain study documents/equipment
• Patient tracing for follow-up
• Any other task assigned by the site PI

Standard Minimum qualification

• B.Sc. Nursing, Public Health or another closely related field with 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Previous experience with therapeutic efficacy studies
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
• Knowledge, Skills & Attributes
• Ability to respect and maintain medical secrets and confidentiality at all times.
• Excellent spoken and written Local and English languages.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous experience working in a clinical setting is an asset.
• Ability to prepare program reports.
• Be flexible and adaptable with regards to the implementation of the daily work
• Results quality Orientation, Teamwork, Flexibility, Service Orientation, Stress Management
• Problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task
• Compassionate with good communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills

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Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a site Logistics/Account Officer to maintain inventory and management of TES supplies on the site. In addition, oversee cash flow and payment mechanism for site team members. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• Maintain inventory of all TES supplies on the site
• Oversee the use and management of site supplies
• Manage cash flow and payment mechanism for site.

Key Deliverables

• First sub-activity report on inventory and utilization of TES supplies. Onsite payment retirements and reconciliation report following certification by PI
• Mid-term sub-activity report on inventory and utilization of TES supplies. Onsite payment retirements and reconciliation report following certification by PI
• Final sub-activity report on inventory and utilization of TES supplies. Onsite payment retirements and reconciliation report following certification by PI.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential:

• Bachelor's Degree in Administration, Accounting, Social Sciences, Project Management or similar field
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a related role
• Previous experience within the INGO sector and in a related role

Desirable:

• Person resident in and working experience in the State of Assignment
• In-depth experience in similar positions/assignment
• Ability to work independently in an organized manner but within an integrated team.

Work-based Skills and Competencies:
Essential:

• Highly numerate and analytical
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong Microsoft office suite skill
• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills.

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Ref No: R761

Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a Site Microscopist to oversee sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission on the site. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Key responsibilities

• Sample / specimen collection
• Specimen processing, analysis and storing
• Laboratory results collection
• Specimen transportation
• Update/maintain study documents/equipment
• Any other task assigned by the site PI
• Deliverables
• First sub-activity report on Patient’s sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission.
• Mid-term sub-activity report on Patient’s sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission.
• Final sub-activity report on Patient’s sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission.

Required qualifications

• Degree in Public Health  or Medical Laboratory Sciences with at least 4  years cognate experience in quality assurance and laboratory management systems
• Good understanding of the essential package of implementation of malaria diagnostic package, post qualification experience working in a laboratory setting and advanced training on malaria diagnosis
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures and other relevant procedures in conducting clinical or epidemiologic trials
• Familiarity or previous conduct of TES as a microscopist

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Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021.
• We are seeking to engage site data entry clerks to oversee study data management on the site. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• Data entry
• Data management
• Data Query Response and Correction
• Data analysis and preparation of reports
• Any other task assigned by the site PI

Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree in Statistics, Mathematics or related fields
• 2 years of data entry experience or related office experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to enter data into a computer quickly and accurately
• Strong attention to detail.

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Background

• Management Sciences for Health through the President’s Malaria Initiatives for States (PMI-S) project plans to support the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team implement Therapeutic Efficacy Study (TES) and continuous monitoring of antimalarial drugs to strengthen relevant policies for the year 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a Principal Investigator to lead implementation of the 2021 TES in Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states with direction from the TES Coordinator and reporting directly to the TES Coordinator.
• S/he will assist with finalizing TES preparations, leading trainings, providing oversight of study site, and ensuring the overall quality of TES conduct and outputs.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in four (4) Sentinel sites in Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• In collaboration with the TES Coordinator, oversee finalization of TES protocol and site standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Lead centralized training for the TES sites staff on the study protocol, processes and procedures
• Ensure adherence to study protocol at the TES site
• Provide on-site debriefs with site study team
• Document findings and recommendations in a timely manner
• Provide regular updates on TES site implementation to the TES Coordinator
• In collaboration with the TES Coordinator, ensure TES sites have the needed consumables and equipment in time.
• Provide monthly progress reports to TES Coordinator on site TES activity.
• Communicate concerns or issues about the TES immediately to the TES Coordinator
• Work closely with the QA Lab Scientists to ensure high quality issues for the TES
• Take responsibility for the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of data captured and entered from the TES site
• Provide direct technical supervision of the site team and activities at the study site.
• Participate in the TES 2021 report writing.

Key Deliverables

• Site Specific Standard Operating Procedures “SOP”
• Training Manuals and curriculum
• Routine report to TES Technical Coordinator and MSH
• Review of the final 2021 TES report.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Social Sciences or related field
• Experience conducting clinical or epidemiologic trials
• Previous successful conduct of TES as principal investigator will be added benefit.

Desired Abilities:

• Previous experience with therapeutic efficacy studies
• Experience in managing teams
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and ability to identify potential data issues and bring to the attention of TES Technical Consultant in a timely manner.

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Job ID: R753

Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021. We are seeking to engage a site Laboratory Technician to oversee sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission on the site. He/She will be reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in four Sentinel sites of Kaduna, Imo, Kwara, and Lagos states.

Job Description

• Support sample / specimen collection
• Support specimen processing, analysis and storing
• Support laboratory results collection
• Support specimen transportation
• Support update / maintain study documents / equipment

Key Deliverables

• Routine sub-activity report on Patient’s sample collection, preparation, analysis and transmission.

Requirements

• Candidate must have a minimum of 1 year work experience in a similar role
• Should be a certified laboratory technician from a recognized school of Health Technology
• Good communication skills.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Detail-oriented. Ability to adapt easily and work under pressure
• Strong Laboratory data management skills.

Desired abilities:

• Previous experience with therapeutic efficacy studies
• Excellent and proactive communication skills

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Job ID: R751

Background

• Management Sciences for Health through the President’s Malaria Initiatives for States (PMI-S) project plans to support the National Malaria Elimination Programme  (NMEP) and the TES Core Team implement the Therapeutic Efficacy Study (TES) which aims to ensure the continuous monitoring of antimalarial drugs to strengthen relevant policies for the year 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a technical consultant as a data manager for the 2021 TES with technical direction from the TES Core Team and reporting directly to the PMI-S Project and the TES Coordinator.
• S/he will oversee data management for the 2021 TES, which includes data collection, collation, and analysis as well as coordinating activities of the field data clerks and ensuring timely and accurate completion of data collection, collation, validation, and analysis from the four sentinel sites. S/he shall also support the report writing.
• The 2021 TES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across 4 states. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• Support the finalization of TES protocol, data management SOP, and training materials.
• Train sites data entry clerks
• Oversee data management (collation, validation, analysis, secure storage of source documents).
• Set up and maintain electronic data management platform and web based application
• Set up and maintain data repository for the study.
• Set up and oversee the quality assurance system for data completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Communicate any concerns or data issues immediately to the TES Coordinator and Core team.
• Liaise with PMI-S SME Advisor on data analysis.
• Assist in preparing the final TES report.
• Data repository for the study
• Data quality assurance protocol
• Collated, cleaned, and validated data set
• Data analysis report
• Review of the final 2021 TES report

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Social Sciences or related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate cognate experience in data management (collection, collation, validation, analysis, and report writing)
• Experience working on a TES as a data manager with demonstrated strong data management and analysis skills will be an added benefit

Knowledge & Skills:

• Previous experience with data management (collection, collation, validation, analysis)
• Experience in data quality assurance systems
• Experience in data management systems
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and ability to identify potential data issues and bring to the attention of TES coordinator in a timely manner
• Excellent report writing skills a plus Key Deliverables

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Job ID: R752

Background

• The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) in collaboration with the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) plans to conduct the 2021 Therapeutic Efficacy Studies (TES) in four select sites beginning July 2021.
• In Nigeria, TES is coordinated by the TES Core Team with membership from WHO, PMI and NMEP. The MSH-led President’s malaria Initiative for States (PMI-S) Project is leading the process on behalf of PMI.
• We are seeking to engage an Quality Assurance Laboratory Scientist to lead implementation of the 2021 TES working closely with the TES Core Team and reporting to the Core Team through TES Technical Consultant.
• S/he will assist in assuring quality of TES preparations, trainings, study sites, and ensuring the overall quality of TES conduct and outputs related to laboratory components based on WHO recommended Lot Quality Assurance (LQA) approach to external quality assurance.
• S/he shall work out of the designated National Reference Laboratory (in collaboration with Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) Nigeria team) based in Abuja. There will be four Quality Assurance Laboratory Scientist for the 2021 TES.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in four Sentinel sites located in Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Job Description

• In collaboration with the TES Coordinator, assure quality of TES protocol  related to laboratory and all related standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids
• Collaborate with the TES Core Team to plan, and monitor QA/QC interventions related to the laboratory during the study at site level.
• Lead the development of the TES laboratory procedures quality assurance and quality improvement plan
• Assure adherence to study laboratory protocol at all TES sites
• Assure good laboratory practice (GLP) including sample collection, preparation of slides and analysis.
• In collaboration with the TES data manager assure the quality of laboratory data from the study
• Provide regular updates on TES implementation related to the laboratory components to the TES core team
• Conduct periodic supervisory visits and serve as reference microscopist and conduct blinded cross-checking or validation of slides at study site
• Ensure the appropriate collection of blood on filter paper suitable for parasite DNA extraction according to the protocol l
• Communicate concerns or issues about the TES immediately to the TES Coordinator
• Provide regular (weekly)/and as may be determined quality assurance reports for key TES outputs

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Public Health  and Medical Laboratory Sciences with at least 8-10  years cognate experience in quality assurance and laboratory management systems
• Good understanding of the essential package of implementation of malaria diagnostic package, post qualification experience working in a laboratory setting and advanced training on malaria diagnosis
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures and other relevant procedures in conducting clinical or epidemiologic trials
• WHO malaria microscopy certification
• Familiarity or previous conduct of TES as an external quality assessor

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Ref No: R755

Background

• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021.
• We are seeking to engage a site Clinician to lead implementation of the site patient’s enrolment protocol and reporting directly to the site Principal Investigator.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in Four (4) Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study are Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain Informed Consent
• Screening of patients
• Perform physical exams
• Measuring weight and MUAC
• Inclusion / Exclusion assessment
• Sample / specimen collection
• Specimen processing, analysis and storing
• Administration of study drugs
• Making follow-up of patients
• Entry/CRF completion
• Calibration of weighing scale, thermometer
• Reporting of Serious adverse events to the PI
• Supplying study documents
• Update / maintain study documents/equipment
• Data Query Completion
• Any other task assigned by the site PI

Education and Experience

• A graduate degree in Medical related field
• Previous experience with therapeutic efficacy studies
• Excellent and proactive communication skills
• Experience with operational research and evidence based healthcare is an added advantage.
• Must be highly organized and capable of effective multi-tasking.

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Reference No.: R765

Overview

• PMI-S is a five-year PMI/USAID flagship malaria project implemented through a consortium led by MSH. The project is supporting the Government of Nigeria through its agencies at the federal, state, LGA and community levels to reduce under-five and maternal mortality by delivering quality services for management of malaria, its complications, and prevention.
• PMI-S project focuses on strengthening the capacity of the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and State Malaria Elimination Programs (SMEPs) for the implementation of the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2014-2020.
• The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), along with a TES core team, plans to initiate activities for the 2021 TES in July 2021. We are seeking to engage a Technical Coordinator to lead implementation of the 2021 TES with direction from the TES Core Team and reporting directly to Core Team. S/he will assist with finalizing TES preparations, leading trainings, providing oversight of study sites, and ensuring the overall quality of TES conduct and outputs.
• The 2021 DTES will be conducted in 4 Sentinel sites across Nigeria. The sites identified for the study includes Kaduna, Imo, Kwara and Lagos states.

Specific Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the TES core team, oversee finalization of TES protocol and all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job aids
• Lead centralized training for the TES sites staff on the study protocol, processes and procedures
• Ensure adherence to study protocol at all TES sites:
• Conduct study initiation along with core team members
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to study sites
• Provide on-site debriefs with the site study team
• Document findings and recommendations in a timely manner
• Provide regular updates on TES implementation to the TES core team
• In collaboration with NMEP and PMI-S TES Focal Point, ensure TES sites have the needed consumables and equipment in time.
• Provide monthly progress reports to core team on the overall TES activity.
• Communicate any concerns or issues about the TES immediately to NMEP and Core Team
• Work closely with the External Microscopist to ensure that Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Quality Improvement Processes confirm to high standards.
• Take responsibility for the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of data captured and entered for all TES sites
• In collaboration with core team provide direct technical supervision of the PIs and activities at the 4 TES study sites.
• Participate in the TES 2021 report writing.

Key Deliverables:

• Approved 2021 TES protocol
• TES sites staff training report
• Quality data from the 4 sites
• Monthly progress reports
• Preliminary 2021 TES report
• Final 2021 TES report.

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in medicine or public health
• Experience conducting clinical or epidemiologic trials
• Previous successful conduct of TES as principal investigator will be an added benefit.

Desired Abilities:

• Previous experience with therapeutic efficacy studies
• Excellent and proactive communication skills
• Excellent report writing skills is necessary.

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Ref No: R750

Background

• The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI)in collaboration with the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), plans to conduct the 2021 Therapeutic Efficacy Studies (TES) in four select sites beginning July 2021.
• In Nigeria, TES is coordinated by the TES Core Team with membership from WHO, PMI and NMEP. The MSH-led President’s Malaria Initiative for States (PMI-S) Project is leading the process on behalf of PMI.
• We are seeking to engage 2 Clinical Monitors for the 2021 TES who will receive direction from the TES Technical Coordinator. They will lead the independent monitoring of implementation of the approved protocol at the sites and development of site-specific standard operating procedures “SOP”. There will be two Clinical Monitors. The 2021 DTES will be conducted in four Sentinel sites located in Kaduna, Imo, Kwara, and Lagos states.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all activities related to the implementation of the clinical monitoring of study and assure work is done according to the approved protocol.
• Work with TES Technical Coordinator to develop and implement Clinical Monitoring Plan as required by SOP

Team Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assuring needs of clinical sites are met by facilitating clinical monitoring processes including:
• Regulatory document collection and review.
• Develop site/monitoring tools and training materials.
• Review and identify trends in enrolment and data entry at sites and proactively interface. with Principal Investigator and clinicians at site to identify solutions.
• Oversee monitoring visit schedule to ensure compliance with frequency.
• Manage quality and regulatory compliance among investigational sites.
• Assist TES Technical Coordinator with the preparation of information for inclusion in monthly report to client.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• MD (or equivalent) with a minimum of at least 5 years’ experience in clinical research and /or as a Clinical Monitor.Thorough knowledge of clinical research process.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to interact with all levels of staff to coordinate and execute study activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within clinical trials.
• Working knowledge of current ICH GCP guidelines and applicable regulations in Nigeria.