FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL OFFICER, LABORATORY SERVICES
REQUISITION: 2017200454
LOCATION: Dikwa, Borno
DESCRIPTION
The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the public and private sectors in Nigeria in order to provide these services in a sustainable manner.
The SIDHAS project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
JOB SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Liaise with the State Technical Officer to provide technical support and implement high quality laboratory services for FHI Nigeria programs.
Assist in providing technical assistance in capacity building for laboratory services to FHI360 and facility staff.
Assist in providing technical support on laboratory quality assurance issues at the state office level.
Give support in coordinating the inventory management along with AXIOS to ensure adequate stock and quality data capture in the DHIS.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to laboratory management of HIV/AIDS and liaise with STO to apply these lessons and modify existing program.
Remain informed on current programs in the field of laboratory management of HIV/AIDS and related development fields by reviewing current literature and staying alert to any implication of such experience and research for department activities as outlined by the technical supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
B.Sc in Laboratory Sciences or related field with 1-3years post national youth service experience in provision of laboratory support for HIV/AIDS.
Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures, diagnosis and management related to HIV/AIDS care and treatment is required with some experience in an international development area preferred.
Certification of license to practice as a medical laboratory scientist is required.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
Knowledge of Laboratory Equipment and techniques for the following categories of assays: HIV rapid and confirmatory testing, hematology, biochemistry, CD4/CD8, HIV viral load, HIV DNA qualitative test, HIV viral resistance (genotype and phenotype) and management issues related to the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, including ART.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.
Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
Well-developed computer skills.
Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL OFFICER – PHARMACY
Requisition: 2017200458
Location: Gamboru Ngala
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions
BASIC FUNCTION
The ATO – Pharmacy will prepare medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, and dispensing medications by compounding, packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Works as part of a multidisciplinary team of international and national staff to provide high quality patient care to an extremely vulnerable population.
Carrying out inspection duties as provided for under the Poisons and Pharmacist’s Act, the Dangerous Drug Act and the Food and Drug Decree and other operational legislations
Dispensing prescribed medications to in-and-outpatients whilst providing accurate medication advice.
Maintaining stores and keeping relevant store records.
Preparing extemporaneous medicaments such as mixtures, lotions, ointments, syrups, etc.
Provides technical information and advice to other health professionals.
Ensuring proper storage and issuance of all drugs over the duration of the project.
Participating in routine quality control audits of all drugs in stock.
Adheres to the relevant Code of conduct and ethics
Works with technical support and M&E teams to collect appropriate baseline data over the life of the project
Compiles and submits periodic reports
Ensures adequate infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
Performs any other duties as may be assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
B.Sc Pharmacy, or relevant field with 1- to 3 years post national youth service experience managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting /quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMIS.
Must have a practicing license Experience working with a humanitarian organization Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
Sound knowledge of inventory control systems.
Experience must include managing health commodity logistics information systems, including forecasting/quantification of medical Commodities.
Knowledge of the key principles and approaches to health systems strengthening.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding integrated health programs.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa communications, including presentation and training skills.
Well-developed computer skills.
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ASSISTANT TECHNICAL OFFICER, LABORATORY SERVICES
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