Country: Somalia
Closing date: 23 Mar 2017
The objectives of WHO's Health Laboratory Technical Officer is to optimize WHO technical and policy support to health authorities in Somalia in the area of Health Laboratories with special focus on undertaking laboratory components of Malaria indicator survey (MIS) 2017.
Duration: 6 Months (01 April to 30 September 2017.
Duty station: Mogadishu with frequent travels to Garowe and Hargeisa - Somalia
Salary Grade - P3
Terms of reference;
Under the direct supervision of Medical Officer – MCE program and WHO Representative for Somalia, the incumbent will coordinate laboratory components for MIS with the following specific/assigned duties:
Participate in planning, preparation and coordination meeting with Health Authorities (SCS, PL & SL) for MIS 2017 for Somalia.
Coordinate and undertake training programs for laboratory staff involved MIS.
Establish and sustain Laboratory Quality Management System for health laboratories taking part MIS in all zonal administrations in Somalia.
Provide guidelines on procurement of laboratory supplies, screening kits, reagents and equipment used in MIS.
Provide on-job training for the laboratory staff in operation of complex laboratory equipment’s (Real-time PCR) and performing diagnostic tests.
Develop national supervisory and monitoring systems to ensure proper implementation of laboratory activities.
Ensure timely collection, compilation and reporting all laboratory data during the survey.
Provide technical support in the development of SOPs and diagnostic testing for infectious diseases in the Public Health Reference Laboratory - Mogadishu.
Perform supportive supervision in selected health facilities in Somalia.
Perform any other duties assigned by the organization head in the area of Health Laboratories and Blood Safety.
Education (Qualifications): Essential:*****University degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized Institution with M.Sc. specialization in Infectious Disease or similar field.
Experience -At least five years’ work experience in medical laboratory practices in clinical or research facility.
Desirable: Previous working experience with WHO and Knowledge of WHO mandate and goals and or experience in UN organizations/agencies or international institutions.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should submit their detailed CVs to ibrahime@who.int