The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Program Officer Laboratory, Benue would be responsible for oversee all laboratory activities in all supported sites in the LGAs in Kano State.

 

POSITION: Program Officer Laboratory, Benue State 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday 

 

LOCATION: Benue State 

REPORTS TO: Program Manager Laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

A degree in Medical Laboratory Science that is acceptable to MLSCN (for registration).

At least 5 years working experience in Laboratory Quality Assurance.

A certified SLMTan.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess good program management experience.

Must have at least 5 years working experience in diagnostic laboratory.

Must be creative in program design/planning and implementation towards achieving set goals

Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

 

Desirable

Experience in Quality Management System implementation

Experience working with databases

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Program Officer Laboratory Benue State shall:

 

Work with Quality Improvement Teams (QIT) in Benue state to support all laboratory activities at sites supported by IHVN

Be involved with site and centralized trainings as applicable

Be responsible for Dry Tube Specimen (DTS) production, distribution and monitoring of HIV Quality Improvement Program in Benue state

Keep inventory of necessary laboratory reagents and supplies needed for DTS production and distribution

Work with Regional Laboratory Officers to implement quality assurance program across assays and programs

Conduct assessment of laboratories, develop work action plan and with time lines to achieve timely implementation of corrective actions.

Work with laboratories to Implement Strengthening Laboratory Management Towards Accreditation (SLMTA).

Ensure appropriate and timely implementation of improvement projects.

Work under the supervision of the State Manager on day to day program implementation

 

Program Officer Laboratory (TB) Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology 

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Program Officer (PO) will work on both Global Fund (GF)& PEPFAR funded activities in the IHVN Program. He/She will work with the TB team to implement the activities as contained in the GF& PEPFAR workplan and facilitate in TB trainings.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Program Officer Laboratory (TB)

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday 

 

REPORTS TO: Associate Director TB, Director Clinical Laboratory Services

LOCATIONS: Zaria, Kaduna State

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

The Program Officer (PO) should have the following qualifications:

Must have a degree in Biomedical Sciences /Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).

Experience working with diagnostic laboratory

 

Essential Skills:

Must possess good interpersonal skills

Experience working with diagnostic laboratory

Experience in TB smear microscopy, GeneXpert MTB/RIF and TB Culture tests.

Must be creative and be able to work with minimal supervision

 

Desirable:

Must be willing to learn new skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills

Ability to be use initiative (be proactive)

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent communication skills in English, written/verbal and diplomacy

Have good interpersonal, relationship management skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team.

Excellent computer skills

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The PO will work on both GF & PEPFAR funded activities in the IHVN Program.

S/he will work with the TB team to implement the activities as contained in the GF & APU workplan.

S/he will facilitate in TB trainings.

S/he will activate laboratories for Smear Microscopy, GeneXpert MTB/RIF tests.

The PO will collate reports (QRRIRF, data, monthly/quarterly narrative, mentoring and supervision).

S/he will review QRRIRF and be involved in TB logistics.

S/he will be involved in TB panels preparations.

S/he will implement Quality Management System (QMS).

S/he will liaise with the team members to ensure smooth running of the sites (microscopy, GeneXpert & TB Reference laboratories).

S/he will perform every other duty necessary for the successful implementation of both GF & PEPFAR programs.

 

Program Officer Laboratory Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Program Officer will work to implement IHVN's PEPFAR External Quality Assessment (Proficiency testing), will procure and distribute proficiency testing panels (HIV serology, CD4, EID and VL) to all PEPFAR supported laboratories. S/he will address proficiency tests failure through the implementation of corrective actions.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Program Officer Laboratory 

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday 

 

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Officer, Laboratory 

LOCATIONS: Zaria, Kaduna State

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Experience:

 

A degree in Medical Laboratory Science,that is acceptable to MLSCN (for registration)

At least five years working experience in Laboratory Quality Control and Proficiency testing program.

Must have experience in implementing SLMTA.

Essential Skills:

 

Must possess good program management experience

Must have at least 5 years working experience in diagnostic laboratory

Experience with Proficiency Testing Program Schemes

Ability to work under pressure with very minimal supervision

Must be creative in program design/planning and implementation towards achieving set goals

Desirable:

 

Experience in Quality Management System Implementation

Experience working with Proficiency Testing panel providers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills

Ability to be use initiative (be proactive)

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent communication skills in English, written/verbal and diplomacy

Have good interpersonal, relationship management skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team.

Excellent computer skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

The Program Officer Laboratory shall:

 

Collaborate with proficiency testing providers for selection, procurement and shipment of proficiency panels.

Train participating laboratories to receive, store, assay, dispose and accurately report proficiency testing panels.

Train participating laboratories on the use of appropriate informatics to register assay, update method, upload results, retrieve reports and trouble shoot.

Participate in the corrective action team to investigate all failed proficiencies.

Identify, train and maintain proficiency of couriers in last mile delivery of external quality assessment panels.

Conduct measurements to determine stability and homogeneity, as well as assigned values and associated uncertainties of the measurands of the proficiency test panels.

Operate the data processing system; conduct statistical analysis; and evaluate the performance of proficiency testing participants; authorize the issue of proficiency testing reports.

Ensure appropriate accommodation for the operation of the proficiency testing scheme. This includes facilities and equipment for proficiency test item, manufacturing, handling, calibration, testing, storage and dispatch, for data processing, for communications, and for retrieval of materials and records.

Support and supervise technical and support staff.

Take the lead in TB/QA activities including TB panel microscopy, DST and Culture panels and reports across grants.

 

Program Officer Laboratory (QA) Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology 

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Program Officer will work under the supervision of the Program Manager Laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement to implement all laboratory quality assurance programs across all IHVN implemented grants.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Program Officer Laboratory (QA) 

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015 

LOCATIONS: Abuja

 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Must have a degree in Medical Laboratory Science that is acceptable to MLSCN (for registration)

At least 5 years working experience in Laboratory Quality Assurance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess good program management experience

Must have at least 5 years working experience in diagnostic laboratory

Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Must be creative in program design/planning and implementation towards achieving set goals

Desirable:

 

Experience in Quality Management System implementation

Experience working with databases

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Program Officer Laboratory (QA) shall:

Support Dry Tube Specimen (DTS) production for HIV Quality Improvement program

Keep inventory of necessary laboratory reagents and supplies needed for DTS production and distribution

Keep up-to-date records of all External Quality Assessment programs across states disaggregated by assays and programs

Keep a database of results, reports and corrective actions of participating sites in proficiency testing program

Work with Regional Laboratory Officers to implement quality assurance program across assays and programs

Conduct assessment of laboratories, develop work action plan and with time lines to achieve timely implementation of corrective actions

Work with laboratories to Implement Strengthening Laboratory Management Towards Accreditation (SLMTA).

Ensure appropriate and timely implementation of improvement projects.

Work under the supervision of the State Manager on day to day program implementation

 

Senior Program Officer, Laboratory Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology 

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Senior Program Officer will lead IHVN's PEPFAR implementation of External Quality Assessment (Proficiency testing), procure and distribute proficiency testing panels (HIV serology, CD4, EID and VL) to all PEPFAR-supported laboratories and address Proficiency Tests failure through the implementation of corrective actions.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Senior Program Officer, Laboratory 

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015

 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday

 

REPORTS TO: Program Manager, Quality Assurance and Director Clinical Laboratory Services

 

LOCATIONS: Zaria, Kaduna State

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

A Master's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science that is acceptable toMLSCN (for registration) with at least 10 years working experience in Laboratory Quality Control and Proficiency testing program

A certified SLMTan.

 

Essential Skills:

Must possess good program management experience

Must have at least 10 years working experience in diagnostic laboratory

Experience with Proficiency Testing Program Schemes

Good understanding of relevant statistical methods

Should be reliable, proactive and visionary

Must be creative in program design/planning and implementation towards achieving set goals.

Desirable:

 

Experience in Quality Management System implementation

Experience working with Proficiency Testing panel providers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills

Ability to be use initiative (be proactive)

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure, with very minimal supervision.

Excellent communication skills in English, written/verbal and diplomacy

Have good interpersonal, relationship management skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team.

Excellent computer skills

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Senior Program Officer, Laboratory shall:

Coordinate Proficiency testing scheme for HIV serology, CD4, DNA PCR for Early infant Diagnosis, Viral loads etc.

Collaborate with Proficiency testing providers for selection, procurement and shipment of proficiency panels.

Train participating laboratories to receive, store, assay, dispose and accurately report proficiency testing panels.

Train participating laboratories on the use of appropriate informatics to register assay, update method, upload results, retrieve reports and trouble shoot.

Constitute the corrective action team to investigate all failed proficiencies.

Identify, train and maintain proficiency of couriers in last mile delivery of external quality assessment panels.

Conduct measurements to determine stability and homogeneity, as well as assigned values and associated uncertainties of the measurands of the proficiency test panels.

Operate the data processing system; conduct statistical analysis; and evaluate the performance of proficiency testing participants; authorize the issue of proficiency testing reports.

Ensure appropriate accommodation for the operation of the proficiency testing scheme. This includes facilities and equipment for proficiency test item, manufacturing, handling, calibration, testing, storage and dispatch, for data processing, for communications, and for retrieval of materials and records.

Coordinate and supervise all technical and support staff.

Oversee and ensure day to day running of the External Quality Assurance Centre.

 

Program Officer Laboratory (AKTH) Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology 

 

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Program Officer Laboratory AKTH would be responsible for overseeing all laboratory activities in all supported sites in the LGAs in Kano State.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Program Officer, Laboratory 

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015 

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday 

 

LOCATION: Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, AKTH, Kano

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Officer, Laboratory 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Experience:

 

Must have a degree in Medical Laboratory Science acceptable to MLSCN (for registration).

At least 5 years working experience in a Medical Laboratory

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Must possess good program management experience.

Must have at least 5 years working experience in diagnostic laboratory.

Should be reliable, proactive and visionary.

Must be creative in program design/planning and implementation towards achieving set goals

Desirable

 

Experience in HIV/AIDS program implementation

Experience working with databases

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

The Program Officer, Laboratory (AKTH) shall:

 

Ensure Standard of Care tests are performed at supported facilities

Supervise sites to produce qualitative and reliable results

Ensure, through mentoring and supervision, that Good Laboratory Practice is implemented in IHVN supported sites in Local Government Authorities (LGAs) in the state

Be responsible for laboratory data management and ensure information is sent to the Field Operations Unit, Central Laboratory Department

Be responsible for strengthening communication between the laboratory team within the facility and IHVN Central Laboratory Department

Be part of State IHVN Quality Improvement Teams (QITs) and work closely with the Facility QITs

Ensure effective use of the mobile laboratory operations

Be involved in Dry Tube Specimen (DTS) preparations for sites in Kano Region.

Ensure sites implement Quality Management System (QMS).

Perform every other duty necessary for the successful implementation of the programs

 

Bio-Tech Engineer Vacancies at the Institute of Human Virology 

 

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Bio-tech Engineer will ensure optimal functioning of diagnostic equipment in all IHVN supported clinical diagnostic, research and regional training laboratories.

 

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Bio-Tech Engineer

OPENING DATE: October 15th, 2015 

CLOSING DATE: October 29th, 2015

 

OFFICE/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Laboratory Services Department & Maintenance Unit

SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday - Friday

 

REPORTS TO: Manager, Bio-tech Engineer

 

LOCATION: Abuja

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Experience:

 

S/he should have at least one of the following qualifications;

 

B.Eng. / HND Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

HND Sci. Lab. Tech with specialization in Physics with Electronic

BMLS with specialization in Instrumentation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Basic Electrical/Electronic/Instrumentation skills.

Basic computer application and troubleshooting.

Basic knowledge of laboratories, equipment's and automation

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

The Bio-Tech Engineer is responsible for:

Install laboratory equipment within IHVN supported sites.

Carry out repairs and planned preventive maintenance on equipments.

Develop Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) for equipment in conjunction with the Quality Assurance unit and other units under the Laboratory Department.

Support equipment training for site lab staff.

Carry out scheduled equipment and apparatus calibrations.

Liaise with third party supply & service companies on equipment support services.

Liaise with Regional Laboratory Officers on equipment functions, breakdowns and support for action.

Write service and installation reports.

Provide monthly and weekly reports to the head of unit for activity and progress monitoring.

Key Equipment: Cyflow Counter, MiniPoc, Facscount, Selectra, Abacus A380, Mindray, Biosafety cabinet, Centrifuge, Water bath, Freezer, Cobas C11,Genexpert etc.

 

Method of Application

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the. Associate Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] .

 

Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer.