Management Sciences for Health (MSH) founded in 1971, is a
non-profit organization with a mission to save lives and improve the health of
the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between
knowledge and action in public health.
Headquartered in the United States, we have operations in more
than 30 countries and employ more than 2,000 people from over 73 nations. For
more information please visit our website www.msh.org.
MSH seeks to recruit highly motivated and result oriented individuals for the following positions;
Principal Technical Advisor, Laboratory Commodity Management
ID 5554
- The
Principal Technical Advisor, Laboratory Commodity Management (PTA/LCC) is
responsible for leading and managing the Health Commodities and Services
Management Program’s (HCSM) technical assistance for laboratory commodity
management in Kenya, to ensure the continuous availability of quality
laboratory related commodities (for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria,
reproductive health and overall health).
- S/he
works under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party to establish and
strengthen systems for effective laboratory supply chain management
through implementation of interventions at both central and peripheral
levels.
- The
PTA/LCC serves as the HCSM technical assistance lead to National Public
Laboratory Services (NPHLS) and its related organizations (KEMSA, NASCOP,
DOMC, TB), health facilities, partners and other stakeholders. - He/she
ensures coordination of laboratory commodity systems strengthening
activities at national and regional level in support of the laboratory
commodity system by leveraging on partner resources.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Acting
as primary liaison for collaborative commodity related activities between
Ministry of Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Health and
Sanitation, and USAID and US CDC projects, especially CDC/Lab, SCMS, and
the APHIA Plus,
- Coordinating
and supervising the laboratory advisor by providing technical leadership
and strategic direction to strengthen laboratory commodity management
especially at the regional and facility level, but also at district and
provincial, and linking with national level.
- Collaborating
with other stakeholders such as the APHIA Plus and the DHMT to strengthen
laboratory supply chain systems at the regional level
- Providing
technical and clinical guidance in the development of laboratory data
tools, and laboratory commodity management information systems
Qualification and Experience
- The
ideal candidate is required to have a Postgraduate degree in laboratory
technology, virology, and immunology, medicine. (Masters, M.D. or PhD)
will be an added advantage.
- Ten
(10) years experience in providing clinical laboratory and/or
pharmaceutical services in hospital and /or in primary health care
settings is required.
- Strong
demonstrated experience in managing and laboratory ordering systems is
required.
Experience in designing, implementing, teaching HIV/AIDS treatment and care programs preferred. - Hands-on
experience in laboratory testing, and techniques for the diagnosis and
monitoring of the following (but not limited to):
HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, STIs, and Hepatitis B.
Demonstrated senior level management experience, with the ability to collaborate with other stakeholders.
Experience in implementing or backstopping USAID or NGO-supported projects preferred. - The
ideal candidate should have excellent analytical, planning, management,
and communication skills. Successful candidate needs to be a strong team
player with excellent interpersonal, facilitation, relationship-building,
negotiating and influencing skills.
- S/he
should work with minimal supervision under tight timelines and be able to
travel extensively in Kenya.
Senior Laboratory Systems Strengthening Specialist
ID 13 - 5552
- The
Senior Laboratory Systems Strengthening Specialist will work under CDC -
Strengthening Public Health Laboratory project with a team of public
health professionals to strengthen laboratory systems and services in
Kenya, with the aim of supporting and improving HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis,
and malaria programs.
- He/she
will participate in conducting assessments, designing, training, testing,
implementing, monitoring and evaluating laboratory and pointof- care
diagnostic services and systems.
- He/she
will participate in stakeholder technical working groups and meetings that
continuously advocate for evidence-based standardization and harmonization
of laboratory tests, methods and equipment within the national system.
Qualification and Experience
- The
ideal candidate should possess a minimum of Bachelor of Science
degree.
- Candidate
with an MPH, Masters in Medical Microbiology or related field will have an
added advantage. S/he should have at least 7 years relevant professional
working experience, 5 years of which must have been in a laboratory
management position.
- In
addition, applicants should possess significant experience working with
the Kenya public health services, preferably with an NGO.
- S/he
should be registered with the appropriate regulatory authority such as the
Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians’ and Technologists’ Board (KMLTTB),
KMA etc is mandatory.
- In
addition, the ideal candidate should have Strong communication skills,
including ability to write lucid technical reports and documents required;
fluency in Swahili is also required.
Senior TB Technical Advisor
Global (Local Hire only)-ID: 5512
The Senior TB Technical Advisor (Global) is to provide technical assistance aimed at strengthening pharmaceutical systems, supply chain management or pharmaceutical services in developing countries, and providing technical leadership to Global TB initiatives and TB programs in the field.
- S/he
supports SIAPS portfolio managers and incountry teams in the development
and implementation of technical activities ensuring their adequate
contribution to SIAPS results.
- The
STA is responsible for the adequate deployment of CPM tools and frameworks
and their adequate customization and ownership at the country level.
- S/he
works closely with country portfolio teams and national stakeholders to
ensure that technical assistance activities are adequately effective and
that deliverables are meeting quality standards.
- S/he
supports measurement and documentation of portfolio results.
- The
STA also contributes and supports CPM and SIAPS capacity building and
knowledge exchange plans.
Qualifications and Experience
- The
ideal candidate should have a degree in a health-related field; physician,
nurse, or pharmacist qualification preferred.
- Specialized
training and/or experience relating to pharmaceutical systems, management
information systems, supply chain management or pharmaceutical
services.
- S/he
should have relevant experience in international public health
particularly in the implementation of TB prevention, care, and treatment
programs, strengthening of National TB programs, and experience with management
information systems for TB such as e-TB Manager.
Experience with programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred. - Ability
to write lucid technical reports and documents in English is required.
Competence in use of word processing programs required, and experience with spreadsheets and database applications strongly preferred. - Interest
in and experience managing and supervising technical staff.
- Proficiency
in French, Spanish or Portuguese is desired, as are languages of other
USAID-supported countries.
- In
addition, S/he should have strong organizational skills with the ability
to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team spirit.
S/he should have interest and ability to travel internationally 30% of
time or more.
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer
offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, age, and national origin, and citizenship, physical or mental
handicap.
For further detail and to apply for this position, please visit
the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.Jobs-msh.icims.com
by October 12, 2012.
If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please
email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
