Laboratory Officer at AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, induding HIVIAIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001 we have worked dosely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates to apply to assume the following position:

Job Title: Laboratory Officer

Location: Abuja

Job Responsibilities

• The Laboratory Officer will be responsible for the programmatic and technical implementation of the laboratory programme.
• Provide technical guidance and programmatic support to APlN laboratories
• Provide technical expertise on all clinical laboratory issues
• Inspect and supervise APIN-supported clinical laboratory facilities
• Ensure that laboratory testing policies and procedures comply with current federal regulations
• Establish or modify procedures as needed to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness of test results
• Ensure quality test results by enrollment in Proficiency Testing programmes.
• Maintain an active quality assurance programme, document annual competency assessment of staff, and review testing results to ensure quality as well as evaluate inter-lab quality control reports
• Ensure good laboratory practice at all APIN supported Sites
• Supervise the collection and analysis of laboratory data for programme management.
• Provide technical assistance to other implementing partners and Federal/State Ministries of Health

Qualifications and Experience

• A Master’s degree in any relevant Laboratory discipline with professional certification of either AlMLT/FIMLT is required.
• A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience.
• Previous experience working in an international development organization and managing a clinical laboratory will be added advantage.

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Report writing skill
• Oral and written cornmunication skills
• Counselling skill
• Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative
• Familiarity with the design, implementation and monitoring of clinical testing activities, especially in an HIV/AIDS environment.

Application Closing Date
15 November, 2012.

Method of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should Click Here to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name.

Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for this position; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.