Posted on: Tue 30-04-2024

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health Care Waste Management (HCWM) Manager

Location: Ondo

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Health Care Waste Management Manager will lead efforts to ensure safe and environmentally responsible management of healthcare waste generated by our programs and facilities.
• He/She will be involved in developing and implementing comprehensive waste management policies, procedures, and training programs to minimize risks to public health and the environment.
• The HCWM Manager will oversee the collection, segregation, transportation, treatment, and disposal of healthcare waste in compliance with national regulations and best practices.
• He/She will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to foster partnerships and innovations that support sustainable waste management practices and mitigate potential hazards.

Qualifications / Experience

• University Degree in Environmental or Medical Sciences or any other related field of study
• Advanced Degree in Public Health, Environmental/Medical Sciences, or any other field of study
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience with at least five 5 years of progressive experiences in HCWM
• At least 5 years experience in developing training manuals or other training documents for programs/projects funded by multilateral agencies specifically on hazardous/HCWM, working experience in Nigeria or developing country under similar condition
• Previous experience in the preparation of HCWM technical instruments recognized by the World Bank, strong country knowledge of World Bank safeguard policies, experience in hazardous/HCWM activities
• Good technical and organizational background in performing hazardous/HCWM for programs/projects, and the ability to cooperate and interact with stakeholders including facilitating meetings and workshops.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented professionals.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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