ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
Title: Quality Systems Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the ASLM
Quality Systems Officer coordinates and guides the implementation,
collaboration, and communication of quality management systems and support
processes.
This position proactively manages and organizes trainings, audit
processes and appropriate reports; designs and directs the provision of
technical assistance, training and mentorship on quality systems to ensure
compliance with applicable national and international quality system
regulations; and provides education and shares best practices for the purposes
of assisting the laboratory medicine facility/service to continually improve
safety and quality.
This position is also responsible for overseeing the World Health Organization Regional Officer for Africa (WHO/AFRO) accreditation process program for the African Society for Laboratory Medicine. S/he manages the department’s national WHO/AFRO accreditation process programs to include ensuring compliance and training and various types of presentations to partners, assists with WHO/AFRO accreditation processes; and conducts regular reviews with appropriate staff.
This position is also responsible for overseeing the World Health Organization Regional Officer for Africa (WHO/AFRO) accreditation process program for the African Society for Laboratory Medicine. S/he manages the department’s national WHO/AFRO accreditation process programs to include ensuring compliance and training and various types of presentations to partners, assists with WHO/AFRO accreditation processes; and conducts regular reviews with appropriate staff.
The Officer liaises with Ministries of Health (MOHs), WHO-AFRO,
funding partners, ASLM Independent Advisory Committee (IAC), and other relevant
partners for the implementation of accreditation programs (e.g., SLIPTA).
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Masters
degree in microbiology or laboratory related field of sciences; Masters of
Public Health (MPH) is a plus;
- 5-8
years of experience in directing and leading laboratory strengthening
support at regional public health and hospital laboratories for continued
laboratory quality improvement, including implementation of external
quality assurance (EQA) programs;
- Ability
to advise and mentor laboratories on the ISO 15189:2007 requirements;
- Experienced
on the provision of trainings for quality systems; laboratory management;
good laboratory practices; mentoring laboratory personnel and enabling
them for accreditation;
- Skilled
and knowledgeable in areas of laboratory accreditation, and managing
laboratory strengthening programs;
- Well-versed
in the implementation of WHO-AFRO SLMTA and SLIPTA;
- Excellent
interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with
medical/laboratory and hospital staff;
- Requires
a self-directed, independent, and goal-oriented individual;
- Advanced
computer skills to develop statistical process control charts preferred
with the ability to gain working knowledge of Laboratory Information
Systems;
- Fluency
in English required, working knowledge of French a plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Quality Systems Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3) professional
references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
O PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Publication Officer
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Publication Officer supports the planning and production of ASLM
publications and resources by liaising with ASLM teams, external editors,
designers, and printers to effectively plan, promote, produce, and disseminate
said publications in accordance with ASLM policy.
The position also supports other communications projects,
particularly editing material for a range of documents and audiences.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
- Minimum
Education & Experience :Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and at
least two (2) years relevant experience in a publications, production,
and/or editorial role, ideally within the NGO sector;
- Excellent
written and spoken English, with experience writing and editing for
different audiences;
- Knowledge
of design and printing processes;
- Well
organized with meticulous attention to detail, calm and adaptable;
- Ability
to work on own initiative and within a team
- Ability
to manage and prioritize workload with competing deadlines;
- Commitment
to ASLM’s vision, mission and values.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience
in publications/communications work in a multilingual environment;
- Excellent
command of Microsoft Word, and other applicable office software, with an
aptitude for design/layout software;
- Experience
using Adobe Acrobat Professional.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Publication Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: New Technology Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the New
Technology Officer will work to support countries in the evaluation, adoption,
and uptake of new innovative diagnostic products for HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis
(TB), including point-of-care (POC) diagnostics.
As new technologies become available, the New Technology Officer
will focus on advocating for their use with governments and other partners, and
strengthening the capacity of governments to adopt them and scale them
up.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serves
as a key advisor to ASLM headquarters, ASLM country teams, and in-country
and global partners on the adoption of new diagnostic products and their
integration into existing laboratory networks;
- As
a representative of ASLM, assist Ministries of Health to build or expand
capacity for implementation, training, quality assurance and data
collection associated with new and/or POC technologies;
- Coordinates
testing education, to include: identification, training, and competency
testing for non-laboratory staff performing POC testing;
- Provides
management of POC studies to include: performing validation and
correlation studies on POC devices according to established protocols;
ordering, distributing, tracking, and reviewing proficiency testing
materials; responding to exception reports within a specified time frame;
reviewing quality control and maintenance records; and education
non-laboratory staff as needed on test procedures when corrective action
is required. Stays current and informs personnel of any manufacturer changes
in procedures;
- Monitors
quality assurance activities in all countries; develops a culture that
recognizes quality assurance as an integral component of daily operations;
- Effectively
communicates by; utilizing appropriate communication channels; being consistently
courteous in all interactions and acting as a communication link for
staff; keeping abreast of and complying with organizational events through
reading posted communications and attending assigned meetings;
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related
laboratory science field, with three to five (3-5) years experience in a
clinical laboratory setting;
- Ability
to discuss new technologies and POC testing issues with non-laboratory
personnel; and possess a strong familiarity with global health issues;
- Strong
knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, and
PowerPoint;
- Experience
working in management consulting, pharmaceutical or similar environment a
plus;
- Fluency
in oral and written English required; knowledge of French or Portuguese a
plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this
announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time.
This announcement is not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM New Technology Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Monitoring & Evaluation
Program Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Program Officer will establish and
implement ASLM M&E systems and tools for the ongoing review of projects,
using approved indicators and targets, to measure progress and make
recommendations for improvement.
Additionally, the position performs but is not limited to:
facilitating the design, planning and implementation of organizational advocacy
strategies; M&E systems and database collection; program tracking and
documentation; and sharing of lessons learned and proposing mitigating
interventions for ASLM laboratory, or other, program activities. Additionally,
this position will provide M&E support to partner institutions in targeted
countries, as well as develop and maintain appropriate staff trainings.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Master’s
degree in Public Health, international development, economics or relevant
field preferred. Prior experience with performance monitoring and
evaluation for international development programs, including developing
performance indicators, data collection and analysis is strongly
preferred.
- Familiarity
with health systems in Africa and PEPFAR is recommended.
- Strong
analytical skills, and preferably experience with numerical methods and
database management.
- Must
have excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills in English required. Proficiency in
French and/or Portuguese languages a plus.
- Laboratory
quality management skills also a plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM M&E Program Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Manager of Accounting Services is responsible for the following
aspects of ASLM’s accounting operations:
- Manages
general accounting operations and staff;
- Maintains,
reconciles, and monitors ASLM accounts, internal control processes, and
procedures in accordance with ASLM policies and provisions;
- Supervises
ASLM payroll processing operations and staff to ensure accurate and timely
payroll processing;
- Supervises
ASLM procurement operations and staff to ensure timely and efficient
procurement of clinical equipment and supplies;
- Manages
ASLM revenue cycle;
- Analyzes
operations to make recommendations regarding service charges;
- Works
with third-party billing vendors and practice staff to ensure efficient
third-party billing processes and timely reimbursement;
- Answers
inquiries, provides information, and addresses customer inquiries and
complaints in a manner that requires the use of significant judgment and
interpretation of policies, rules and procedures.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree in accounting, business, finance, healthcare administration or
related field and at least 3 years full-time work experience in managing
accounting/billing operations in a nonprofit organization;
- Proficiency
in utilizing computers for all office applications.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience
conducting account oversight, and in reconciling multiple accounting
systems, subsystems, and accounts;
- Experience
negotiating network contracts and provider agreements in a non-profit
setting;
- Experience
utilizing data mining tools to prepare management reports.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate
employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This
announcement does not list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Manager of Accounting Services” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Logistics Officer
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Logistics Officer manages the programmatic and operational
logistics of the organization, including but not limited to: participation in
programme planning and implementation; technical and operational support to
field offices; identification of logistics management best practices;
monitoring and evaluation of new initiatives and procedures related to
logistics; and design, implementation and management of logistics contracts and
supply stockpiles distribution when necessary.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration,
Management, Transport or related field, with five (5) years of
progressively responsible professional work experience at national and/or
international levels in the field of logistics. Varied supply/logistics
functional background an asset, from procurement to warehousing, transport
management and distribution to beneficiaries.
- Critical
skills for this position include: good knowledge of computer management
and applications; the ability to establish harmonious working relations in
an international and multicultural environment; and sound analytical and
organization skills.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Logistics Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Legal Advisor
Reports to: Chief Executive
Officer
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the
Legal Advisor shall be responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of
ASLM.
This may include but not limited to advising on: maintenance and
institutionalization of ASLM’s legal and contractual infrastructure;
organizational policy; document retention; filing and registration
requirements; labor and immigration law; contracts; leases; partner agreements;
and cross-border agreements and financial transactions.
The Advisor will draft, review and help negotiate a wide range
of grant, consulting, business and administrative agreements in connection with
ASLM’s work, as well as ensure compliance with laws and regulations applicable
to an international non-profit organization with headquarters and field
offices.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience: The
Legal Advisor should possess a Juris Doctor (JD), or equivalent degree, with a
minimum seven (7) years of counsel experience, including some work in an
international organization and/or location, such as a United Nations
institution or similar.
Fluency in the English language is required; French and/or
Portuguese language skills are a plus.
Desired Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiar
with international legal policies and practices at the UN, development
banks, or similar international nonprofit organizations; knowledge of
Ethiopian and international law and practice is a plus;
- As
a trusted confidential adviser to senior leadership, the ability to
control sensitive information and functions;
- Entrepreneurial
attitude and problem-solving skills to resolve legal questions in a manner
that strengthens the foundation of the organization;
- Experience
in adapting to changing organizational cultures and legal regimes are
helpful;
- Strong
computer skills.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Legal Advisor” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: IT / Web Specialist
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ASLM’s
mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks needed to
support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control in
Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Information Technology (IT)/Web Specialist provides website
development and maintenance; infrastructure development, installation, and
maintenance (hardware, software, systems and/or networks), including inventory
and service records; software training and consultation resource for all staff;
and recommendations about future planning and development of resources.
Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner
will ensure maximum access to and implementation of technology services and
resources within ASLM. This position takes projects from the initial concept
stage through completion.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
The IT/Web Specialist must have Bachelor’s degree in Information
Technology and experience in website development and infrastructure
implementation.
Proficient knowledge in the following areas is required:
computer hardware and software systems; computer networks, network
administration and network installation; computer troubleshooting and
security.
The incumbent must demonstrate a strong command of the English
language.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this
announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time.
This announcement is not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to hr@aslm.org–
with only “ASLM IT/Web Specialist” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Grants Management
Officer
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services
and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and
disease control in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Grants Management Officer has primary responsibility for the
administrative coordination of grants assigned to the incumbent. Administrative
management includes establishing and overseeing proposal development timelines;
budget development; ensuring adherence to reporting requirements; and providing
guidance for general compliance questions.
This position is responsible for managing the administration of
United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cooperative
agreement(s), and assisting the Director with the administration of other
awards. The management of other agreements will be added as appropriate.
This position requires a highly organized, self-motivated individual who has a high level of attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to multi-task and set priorities in a flexible manner to address changing needs and tight deadlines.
This position requires a highly organized, self-motivated individual who has a high level of attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to multi-task and set priorities in a flexible manner to address changing needs and tight deadlines.
Great customer service skills are also required.
The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Responsibilities (for all awards) include, but are not limited to:
Responsibilities (for all awards) include, but are not limited to:
- Serves
as a resource to staff to ensure that all programs and/or proposal
submissions are in compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and
guidelines;
- Develops
and maintains a schedule of funding cycles, proposal submissions, and
reporting deadlines to ensure program staff are aware of and comply with
said deadlines;
- Examines
award documents; identifies all conditions, deadlines, and
responsibilities in the award document; and communicates all relevant
information to appropriate staff;
- Works
with relevant program staff to ensure that progress reports are submitted
in a timely manner and reviews reports to ensure completeness, accuracy,
and clarity;
- Assists
program staff with the development and analysis of project budgets;
- Reviews
budget justifications to verify accuracy and compliance with guidelines;
- Assists
program staff with financial analysis and forecasting;
- Reviews
grant proposals, completes appropriate grant application packets, and
submits packets to funders;
- Ensures
all financial award information is entered into the accounting system in a
timely manner;
- Reviews
monthly program financial statements to provide an additional high-level
review of financial statements;
- Reviews
cooperative agreement (CoAg) payment requests for compliance and
completeness;
- Develops
budgets with staff and coordinate the submission of the RTI ID/IQ task
order responses;
- Sends
all cooperative agreement (CoAg) forms (travel and consultancy) to the CDC
Procurement and Grants Office in a timely manner and follows-up on the
responses as needed;
- Prepare
Financial Service Reports (FSRs) (SF-269s);
- Coordinates
with Finance Department staff on a variety of common issues;
- Develops
and provides training on the administrative and financial requirements of
the various awards as needed and as appropriate for program staff;
- Establishes
and maintains a positive working relationships with funders and APHL
staff;
- Assists
in the preparation for annual audit(s) and funder site visits;
- Other
relevant duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree preferably in business, finance, accounting or related field, and
at least 2-5 years of relevant experience. Grant, financial or accounting
experience preferred.
- Knowledge
of: Microsoft Office applications with proficiency in Excel, Word, and
Outlook; Accounting Software preferred.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this
announcement.
ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Grants Management Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO
PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Director of Programs
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services
and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and
disease control in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director
of Programs oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of
programmatic activities, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and
controlling said program activities.
This positions also oversees the implementation of established
policies and objectives, and also ensures that each aspect of the programs are
functioning effectively and efficiently.
Oversight of ASLM programmatic activities includes, but not limited to: leading, managing and evaluating all programmatic staff; solicitation and development of new initiatives; implementation of initiatives and activities in accordance with the organization’s mission and strategic direction; adherence to external funder rules and regulations; development and maintenance of appropriate operating budgets; and report writing.
Position Qualifications:
Oversight of ASLM programmatic activities includes, but not limited to: leading, managing and evaluating all programmatic staff; solicitation and development of new initiatives; implementation of initiatives and activities in accordance with the organization’s mission and strategic direction; adherence to external funder rules and regulations; development and maintenance of appropriate operating budgets; and report writing.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Minimum
of Master’s degree (PhD or other doctorate level education preferred) in
fields such as medicine, laboratory science, social work, education, or
similar, with at least five (5) years of experience in a team management
role with demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models,
and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs.
- Strong
project management skills managing complex, multi-faceted projects
resulting in measurable successes and program growth;
- Fluency
in English and French required; working knowledge of Portuguese a plus;
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to
detail;
- Personal
qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for
ASLM’s mission.
This position is full-time and subject to available
funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate
employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This
announcement does not list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Director of Programs” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Director of Administration and Finance
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services
and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and
disease control in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the
Director of Administration and Finance implements the infrastructure and
systems needed to support the strategic objectives of the ASLM.
This senior management position is responsible for the overall
management and oversight of ASLM administrative and financial systems including
the finance and accounting, information technology, human resources,
communications, and physical infrastructure sectors and staff.
This position involves development of ASLM strategic planning
and internal initiatives, as well as evaluation of industry best practices
related to internal systems and needed resources with an eye towards both
future needs and budget realities.
This position serves as the primary liaison to the ASLM board of directors\' finance committee and works closely with the committee to strengthen ASLM’s financial position. Additionally, this position is responsible for the overall recruitment of all staff including marketing, operations and management of this process.
Position Qualifications:
This position serves as the primary liaison to the ASLM board of directors\' finance committee and works closely with the committee to strengthen ASLM’s financial position. Additionally, this position is responsible for the overall recruitment of all staff including marketing, operations and management of this process.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
The Director of Administration and Finance must have 10+ years
of experience, with at least five years managing the finance and administration
of an organization or business unit with a $5-$10 million budget.
The successful candidate will have experience leading planning
efforts and running operationally effective organizations that have multiple
functional areas; experience harnessing technology solutions to quickly and
efficiently communicate resources needed for key activities; and experience
capturing key data and processes in order to demonstrate the relationship
between ASLM’s goals and resulting fundraising needs.
Other Desired Qualifications:
Other Desired Qualifications:
Working knowledge of US government funding is helpful, but not
mandatory. Nonprofit experience is a plus, with a strong preference for someone
who has operated in a fast growing environment with limited budgets and
resources.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted job.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding. There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Director of Administration and Finance” in the subject
line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Program Specialist –
Human Resources
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Senior Program Specialist – Human Resources performs advanced
professional work related to human resources (HR) functions for all ASLM team
members, including but not limited to: employee relations; conflict resolution;
compensation and benefits administration; development, implementation and
administration of ASLM’s human resources programs and employment policies and
manuals; personnel record-keeping; workers compensation and team member safety
issues; training and workforce development; and compliance with applicable HR
laws and regulations.
Additionally, responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
Additionally, responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Develop,
implement and manage a centralized recruiting process, including
developing job descriptions and advertisements, and screening and
interviewing candidates as appropriate;
- Oversee
the organizational development and training functions, and develop
employee training programs;
- Analyze
benefits options and cost alternatives for providing employee benefits,
recommend benefits program modifications and implement approved benefits
modifications;
- Work
with senior management to craft consistent, equitable and competitive
compensation and incentives; and
- Other
duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree in human resources management or related discipline required;
Master’s degree preferred. At least ten years of professional experience
across all human resources disciplines, including employment, benefits,
compensation, employee relations, training and development, workers
compensation, and conflict resolution;
- Experience
working with a diverse workforce; prior experience working with an
international non-profit a plus;
- Fluency
in English required, and working knowledge of French as a second language
a plus;
- Knowledge
of Microsoft Office applications with proficiency in Excel, Word, and
Outlook; knowledge of accounting software preferred.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this announcement.
ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Program Specialist Human Resources” in the subject
line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Program Advisor
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Senior
Program Advisor will ensure implementation of best practices and achievement of
strategic objectives for ASLM program activities.
This position is expected to provide technical support to
project staff and to oversee the design and implementation of a set of
laboratory strengthening activities at country levels.
S/he will ensure quality implementation of activities;
coordinate closely with the Director of Programs and other partners; and
synthesize, document and share best practices and lessons learned with partners
at all levels.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Articulating,
through writing and presentations, the project’s goals and approach to
ensuring quality in any ASLM engagement;
- Providing
written and verbal guidance to the Director of Programs on the compliance
and application of all project contractual requirements;
- Collaborative
development and communication of the project’s approach to team members,
including senior program managers, technical advisors, and field staff,
and project partners;
- Serving
as the focal point for understanding the status of, and reporting on
progress of, ASLM project-funded efforts, with special emphasis on efforts
funded by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Cooperative Agreement
(CoAg);
- Leading
or supporting, as relevant, ASLM efforts in-country;
- Managing
activity teams, consultants, and associates as needed;
- Support
Director of Programs and ASLM team in building upon existing tools and
leading the development of innovative, effective, country-appropriate
approaches to ensure the efficiency, acceptability and impact of ASLM at
country level;
- Stay
abreast of new technical developments in laboratory services and serve as
a technical resource for technical staff and stakeholders as needed;
- In
collaboration with the Director of Programs and other senior leadership,
will lead the establishment of and oversee an effective cost share
strategy to support the program goals of ASLM.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Master’s
Degree in public health, medicine, political science, social sciences,
international development or related field; Doctorate or PhD preferred.
- At
least 8 years of senior-level experience in a similar advocacy,
representation, or management role interacting, influencing, and
negotiating with senior-level officials and counterparts at the national,
international and community level.
- Demonstrated
technical leadership experience in health system strengthening,
particularly as it relates to program design and implementation, advocacy
efforts, and analysis of needs and gaps.
- Proven
ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with host
country national and local level government officials, donors,
stakeholders, INGOs, in-country collaborators, implementing partners and
US government agencies.
- Experience
working with complex programs involving short deadlines, multiple tasks,
in coordination with multiple partners, to achieve expected results.
- Demonstrated
leadership qualities including the ability to develop and communicate a
common vision among diverse partners.
- Strong
interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
- Fluency
in English, both written and oral is required as well as strong public
speaking and facilitation skills. Working knowledge of French or
Portuguese a plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Program Advisor” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Executive Assistant to
the CEO
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the
Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO provides efficient and responsive
administrative, organizational, and logistical services to the CEO, helping to
manage and prioritize her time.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage
and maintain the CEO’s diary/calendar and email account;
- Ensure
busy diary/calendar commitments, reference material, and travel
arrangements are managed effectively;
- Schedule
meetings and draft correspondence, as directed, on behalf of the CEO;
- Other
duties assigned by the CEO
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree, or a high school diploma/degree with two years of advanced
secretarial training or business/computer courses obtained through a
community college, trade or correspondence school. Experience of a closely
related nature may be substituted;
- Advanced
computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, PageMaker, and
email and electronic calendars; advanced experience in business
procedures, applications, and bookkeeping, including receivables, payables
and financial records.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may
assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the
tasks listed in this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the
information found within this announcement at any time. This announcement is
not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO” in the subject
line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Compliance Officer
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior
Compliance Officer oversees the organization’s Compliance Program, functioning
as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates compliance
issues/concerns within the organization.
This position ensures the Board of Directors, management, and
employees fully comply with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies
and that behavior in the organization meets the organization’s Standards of
Conduct. The Senior Compliance Officer acts as staff to the CEO and Board of
Directors by monitoring and reporting results of the compliance/ethics efforts
of the company.
This position also performs the following responsibilities:
This position also performs the following responsibilities:
- Develops,
initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the general
operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent
illegal, unethical, or improper conduct; manages day-to-day operation of
the Program;
- Develops
and periodically reviews and updates Standards of Conduct;
- Collaborates
with senior leadership to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing
channels for investigation and resolution; consults with ASLM attorney
and/or Legal Advisor as needed to resolve difficult and complex issues;
- Responds
to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and
Standards of Conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of
investigative procedures; develops and oversees a system for uniform
handling of such violations;
- Acts
as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance
issues/concerns within the organization are appropriately evaluated,
investigated and or; resolved;
- Works
with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate to develop
an effective compliance training program, including appropriate
introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for
all employees and managers;
- Other
duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Minimum
of Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum
of ten (10) years experience in a healthcare organization, included
demonstrated periods of leadership; familiarity with operational,
financial, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and
regulations is required
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time.
This announcement is not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Compliance Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Communications Officer
Reports to: Director of
Administration and Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Director of Administration and
Finance, the Senior Communications Officer is responsible for managing a
multi-disciplinary Policy and Communications Unit team responsible for
everything from performance and business management, public and media
relations, partnership and economic development, and community safety.
The position assists the Director with strategic management of
the ASLM organization as well as achieving strategic and service objectives set
out in the annual service plan.
Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to:
Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to:
- Representing
the Director as required, and to ensure that ASLM’s vision, values and
objectives are achieved by providing a clear sense of purpose and
direction within Policy and Communications Unit;
- Leading/supporting
organization projects as required and, in collaboration with the ASLM
Management Team, ensure that policy planning and performance management
activities are coordinated across the organization;
- Promoting
good external relations by representing the Authority at national,
regional and local levels
- Assisting
the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board of Directors in developing,
delivering and reviewing other strategies relevant to the organization’s
development and improvement;
- Working
with the CEO to ensure effective internal communications within the
Authority;
- Overseeing
consultation and engagement activity across the board, and ensure the
engagement of stakeholders in work associated with the service;
- Maintaining
the ASLM.org website calendar and providing accurate and updated
information on the website, including all stories submitted by ASLM
members, advertisements, sponsorships, etc,;
- Developing
press releases and articles for ASLM publications; maintaining a
repository of said press releases and articles;
- Supporting
offline ASLM marketing initiatives by assisting in the design and
preparation of all ASLM promotional and marketing literature within
allotted division budgets;
- Conducting
periodic member surveys utilizing web-based tools; and
- Assisting
other ASLM staff as required.
Position Qualifications:
- Master’s
degree in communications or related field with demonstrated
professional/managerial competence in a diverse organization;
- Ability
to deliver solutions in complex situations, and the ability to manage the
complexities of an emerging agenda with rapidly evolving national guidance
and local circumstances;
- Understanding
of the workings of local government including knowledge of major
legislative; local processes and the way in which the ASLM Board will need
to respond to new legislation and initiatives;
- Highly
developed communication skills, skilled negotiator, and the ability to
achieve in challenging circumstances.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time.
his announcement is not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to: HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Communications Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO
PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Administrative Assistant
Reports to: Director of Programs & Director of Administration and
Finance
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society
for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a pan-African, non-profit organization
headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to
advance the laboratory medicine services and networks needed to support
preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control in Africa.
More information can
be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision
of both the Director of Programs and Director of Administration and Finance,
the Senior Administrative Assistant performs skilled secretarial and
administrative assistance duties for both supervisors that typically involve a
group of related and similar programs.
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- serves
as the personal secretary to management, including answering telephone
calls; handling visitors; scheduling; receiving and relaying messages;
handling requests for information and assistance; and transcription of
notes and reports;
- attends
to administrative and clerical detail utilizing initiative, problem
analysis techniques, good judgment and confidentiality;
- maintains
expenditure records of office/unit budget; prepares and coordinates budget
transfer requests as necessary; tracks expenditures from each budget line
item;
- prepares
and processes all purchase orders; verifies amounts to pay partial and
final invoices; maintains accurate records of all payments;
- prepares
locations (logistics) for meetings; arranges for necessary materials and
refreshments;
- establishes
and maintains a variety of office filing and record-keeping systems
including inventory data collection systems;
- gathers,
reviews, and compiles information and prepares accurate and comprehensive
reports and surveys with deadlines as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education
& Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree or equivalent, or high school diploma/degree with 2-5 years of
experience;
- Fluency
in English required, working knowledge of French a plus;
- Knowledge
of office practices, and procedures, including filing systems,
correspondence, standard English usage, spelling, grammar, and
punctuation;
- Advanced
computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, and ability to
carry out oral and written directions; make decisions independently;
communicate effectively; establish and maintain cooperative working
relationships; and to prepare correspondence independently;
- Be
flexible and receptive to change.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does
not list all the duties of the posted job. Appropriate supervisors or managers
may assign other duties. Individual performance evaluations are based in part
upon the tasks listed in this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise
the information found within this announcement at any time.
This announcement is
not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates
should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org – with only “ASLM Senior Administrative
Assistant” in the subject line.
The e-mail should
contain your resume, cover letter, three (3) professional references, and
minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact
candidates considered for the position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be
accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Research Mobilization Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society
for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a pan-African, non-profit organization
headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ASLM’s mission is to advance the
laboratory medicine services and networks needed to support preventive
medicine, quality patient care and disease control in Africa.
More information can
be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the direction of
the Director of Programs, the Resource Mobilization Officer leads ASLM resource
mobilization, specifically, but not limited to: coordinating and advising on
fundraising activities; management of restricted/donor and unrestricted funds
and contracts; and leading efforts to optimize resources and income generation
to support achievement of the ASLM strategic plan and associated fundraising
targets.
The position will develop and manage the implementation of fully integrated fundraising and partnership resource mobilization and development strategies; implementation of such strategies, including proposal development as needed; build long-term relationships with organizations, governments, donors, foundations, individuals and others to deliver organization goals; and review, monitor and document donor funding, policies, and trends in Africa.
Position Qualifications:
The position will develop and manage the implementation of fully integrated fundraising and partnership resource mobilization and development strategies; implementation of such strategies, including proposal development as needed; build long-term relationships with organizations, governments, donors, foundations, individuals and others to deliver organization goals; and review, monitor and document donor funding, policies, and trends in Africa.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education
& Experience:
- Master’s
degree in social sciences, international development, marketing,
economics, communication, fundraising, public administration, business
administration or related field; applicants with Bachelor’s Degrees will
also be considered with over eight (8) years experience.
- A
minimum of seven (7) years proven track record and experience of
successful networking, fundraising and managing a range of different
contracts, events, corporate, bilateral, international organizations,
donors, etc;
- Minimum
four to six (4-6) years experience in resource mobilization/ marketing/
advertising/ communications;
- Experience
managing or coordinating fundraising activities at a senior level,
including development of strategies;
- Excellent
written and oral communication skills; fluency in English required, with
French language skills a plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate
supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual performance
evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this announcement. ASLM
maintains the right to revise the information found within this announcement at
any time.
This announcement is
not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates
should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org – with only “ASLM Resource Mobilization
Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should
contain your resume, cover letter, three (3) professional references, and
minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact
candidates considered for the position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be
accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Workforce Development Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services
and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and
disease control in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Workforce
Development Officer manages the learning and professional development of ASLM
and other assigned staff.
This position produces strategic and workforce development plans
linked to short- and long-term objectives (work activities) related to, but not
limited to:
- Cross-agency
and cross-sector collaborations to support development and sustainability
involving the laboratory sector;
- Development
and collation of best practices in the diagnostic sector, and contribution
to the establishment of evidence based development;
- Workforce
development policies, systems and procedures;
- Identification
of training and development needs for laboratory sciences within ASLM and
for in-country projects and/or staff;
- Oversee
development of grant applications for corporate, federal, and private
funds as assigned;
- Assist
with budget adherence for planned programs as well as assessments of
return on investment for trainings or development programs;
- Production
of training materials for in-house courses; manage the delivery of
trainings and development programs and, in a more senior role, devise a
training strategy for ASLM;
- Creation
and/or delivery of e-learning (distance learning) training packages;
- Ensure
statutory training requirements are met;
- Evaluate
trainings and development programs; amend and revise programs as
necessary, in order to adapt to changes occurring in the work environment;
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s
degree in education, administration, planning, or a related field master’s
degree preferred;
- Four
(4) years experience in skills assessment and training, or a related
field. One year of this experience must be in a supervisory or lead worker
capacity. Another year of this experience must be in planning and
administering a grant-funded program;
- Knowledge
of workforce development methodology, programs, resources, and providers;
- Knowledge
of grant writing and grant application processes;
- Skill
at operating in political environments;
- Skill
in communicating effectively using various means;
- Fluency
in English required, working knowledge of French or Portuguese a plus.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason. This announcement does not
list all the duties of the posted job.
Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties.
Individual performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in
this announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found
within this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Workforce Development Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Research and Science Officer
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services
and networks needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and
disease control in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the Director of Programs and in
coordination with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Senior Research and
Science Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of ASLM’s research,
associated projects, goals, and deliverables.
S/he will provide leadership, direction, and coordination for
the organization.
S/he supervises, evaluates, develops and controls research
project budgets.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- To
establish the organization’s strategic research and development roadmap
and activities in support of the goals of ASLM;
- To
build partnerships and relationships with the scientific community and
industry partners to advance laboratory researches;
- To
help profile ASLM as the leading resource for laboratory medicine, a
preferred partner for leading institutions in Africa;
- To
ensure that ASLM has access to the most promising research programs in the
field of laboratory medicine;
- To
maintain a positive collaborative relationship with other functional heads
while representing the technical organization;
- To
represent the Society’s policies, aims and objectives through presentation
of scientifically robust argument to the general public and outside
bodies, including governments, industries and the media;
- Develop,
implement, and manage all research projects, including developing an active
research program on laboratory science through ASLM’s Board on sciences
and research;
- Measure
and evaluate progress and results for all projects as well as the
organization as a whole;
- Provide
research support for ASLM overall, including background research into new
or existing ASLM project areas;
- Implement
best practice empirical research methods and establish high standards
across the department;
- Work
with the CEO and Director of Programs to coordinate project and department
objectives with overall ASLM’s objective;
- Plan,
organize, and supervise the work of a growing research team;
- Establish
and manage ASLM’s presence in the research and expert community;
- Establish
and manage a consistent program of ASLM’s Fellows;
- Manage
the ASLM’s intern program.
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Master’s
Degree in science, laboratory medicine, or related field with 10+ years of
management experience and research; PhD preferred.
- Strong
established reputation and key relationships built in thinktank, NGO
and/or public health communities;
- Strong
record of published research, with 10+ years publishing on relevant topics
in academic and non-academic venues preferred;
- International
experience strongly preferred;
- Experience
in NGOs, international organizations, and governments.
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this
announcement.
ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time. This announcement is not a contract for
employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Research and Science Officer” in the subject line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.
Title: Senior Program Specialist,
Global Health
4 Positions
Reports to: Director of Programs
ASLM Background:
ASLM Background:
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a
pan-African, non-profit organization headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ASLM’s mission is to advance the laboratory medicine services and networks
needed to support preventive medicine, quality patient care and disease control
in Africa.
More information can be found at www.ASLM.org.
Position Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Senior
Program Specialist – Global Health coordinates and implements ASLM activities
related to projects supported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
The incumbent of this position coordinates with CDC in-country
staff, Ministry of Health officials, and other laboratory strengthening
partners to identify needs, manage, and implement technical assistance country
project activities from beginning to end.
This position recruits and enlists qualified ASLM member and staff experts; organizes project teams; monitors overall project performance; and assesses project outcomes.
This position recruits and enlists qualified ASLM member and staff experts; organizes project teams; monitors overall project performance; and assesses project outcomes.
The incumbent duties additionally include, but are not limited
to: developing scopes of work, contracts, and corresponding project budgets;
developing related reports and proposals and/or applications for funding;
monitoring consultant and vendor contracts; and coordinating logistical
arrangements for shipments and travel related to PEPFAR projects.
Position Qualifications:
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education & Experience:
- Master’s
degree in public health or microbiology, or a bachelor’s degree in a
similar field, with a minimum of three (3) years experience in laboratory
science and one to two (1-2) years administrative or supervisory
experience;
- Experience
with HIV, STD, and TB diagnostics essential;
- Fluency
in English required, and working knowledge of French or Portuguese
preferred;
- Knowledge
of: Microsoft Office applications with proficiency in Excel, Word, and
Outlook; knowledge of accounting software preferred.
- Ability
to establish working relationships with diverse groups, as well as the
ability to work independently;
- Demonstrated
capability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines;
- International
and domestic travel required (up to 30%+).
This position is full-time and subject to available funding.
There is no minimum period of employment. ASLM may terminate employment at any
time due to funding, or for any other lawful reason.
This announcement does not list all the duties of the posted
job. Appropriate supervisors or managers may assign other duties. Individual
performance evaluations are based in part upon the tasks listed in this
announcement. ASLM maintains the right to revise the information found within
this announcement at any time.
This announcement is not a contract for employment.
How to Apply:
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to HR@ASLM.org –
with only “ASLM Senior Program Specialist Global Health” in the subject
line.
The e-mail should contain your resume, cover letter, three (3)
professional references, and minimum salary requirements.
ASLM will only contact candidates considered for the
position.
NO
PHONE CALLS will be accepted in reference to this position.