FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated
to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions.
FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and
all U.S. territories.
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.