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.
We seek qualified candidates for the following position based in
Nairobi, Kenya.
Associate Director, Technical – Laboratory Strengthening
Location: FHI 360 Kenya Country Office
Requisition ID: FHI360-ADTLS-061
Job Summary:
The Associate Director, Technical is primarily responsible for
providing technical assistance, laboratory strengthening and quality
assurance/quality control materials and programs to support laboratory
activities.
The Associate Director, Technical will also be responsible for
providing training on laboratory quality, conduct laboratory assessments and
audits.
This position will work closely with the Project Director, and
other members of the Project Team.
Essential Job Functions: Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for
managing the laboratory activities under the supervision of the Project
Director.
- Leads the
development of technical assistance, laboratory strengthening and quality
assurance/quality control of the activities in related countries.
- Responsible for
the planning, conducting, and reporting of assessments, audits, and
accreditation-ready inspections of laboratory activities in related
countries.
- In close
collaboration with laboratory management lead the follow-up of needed
corrective and preventive actions following audits.
- Responsible for
developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives upon
request to build laboratory capacity and quality with reference to
accepted standards and requirements.
- Provide
technical assistance to laboratory activities as part of overall capacity
building and continuous improvement schemes.
- Assist with the
preparation and delivery of laboratory trainings and training-related
services.
- Perform other
duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- BS/BA with 9-11
years relevant experience including 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
MS/MA in public health or related field with 7-9 years relevant experience
that includes 3-5 years of supervisory with overseas field experience or
PhD/MD strongly preferred in biological or laboratory sciences within a
clinical or diagnostic discipline or specialty.
- 8+ years in a
senior laboratory management position required as well as experience in
laboratory quality assurance, quality control or technical assistance, and
international development programs.
- Demonstrated
excellent written and oral communication skills including experience in
training and mentoring staff and others.
- Ability to
travel within country or region and internationally if needed.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package and is an equal
opportunity employer.
Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through
FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter where a detailed Job
description will be availed.
Alternatively you can apply via email to:
Kenya-HR@fhi360.org
Please specify source in your application and quote the
Requisition ID provided on the subject line while sending your application,
CV/resume including salary requirements, to be received not later than March
29, 2013.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be
contacted.
Offers are contingent upon receipt of award and funder key
personnel approval.
