NCDC Recruitment 2020 for COVID-19 Laboratory Manager through African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)

African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) seeks to recruit a COVID-19 Laboratory Manager for the NRL, Gaduwa. The COVID-19 Laboratory Manager will be tasked with the responsibility of improving and overseeing all laboratory processes for COVID-19 diagnostic testing; coordinating the NRL COVID19 diagnostic functions; and providing technical support to implement the NCDC national testing strategy. The COVID-19 Laboratory Manager will report to the Director of Laboratory Services, NCDC.

Nigeria is currently responding to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic with confirmed cases on the upward trend. The capacity to test is integral to the success of this response for identification, isolation, and treatment of confirmed cases towards containing and controlling the outbreak in Nigeria. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has devised a testing strategy for this purpose.

As the country’s apex public health laboratory, the NCDC National Reference Laboratory (NRL) leads the diagnosis of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. Currently, the NRL is coordinating and supporting the optimization and activation of additional laboratories across the country; providing quality assurance for testing in these laboratories; and testing on behalf of several states. The additional volume of work being carried out by NRL during this pandemic necessitates more human resource for effective and efficient running of the laboratory.

Main Responsibilities of COVID-19 Laboratory Manager

The incumbent will manage/oversee all the COVID-19 related elements of NRL Gaduwa’ s function including:

To oversee the general and operational management and planning for implementation of COVID-19 testing scale up
To collaborate with the existing NRL managers in promoting workplace safety, environmental management, and infrastructural maintenance for COVID-19 response
Provide technical support and oversight to all teams currently involved in the diagnostic processes including specimen management, the molecular laboratory bench team and mega lab bench team Diagnosis (virology/COVID-19)
To oversee and coordinate the Quality Management System (Biosafety & biosecurity, Waste Management, Equipment Management/Maintenance, Stock/Inventory Management)
To implement and strengthen the Laboratory Information Management System
To provide technical oversight of the supply chain management team
To provide technical support to the Director of Laboratory Services
To perform any other duty as may be assigned by Director of Laboratory Services/Director General of the NCDC

Applicant’s Qualifications and Requirements

MSc in Laboratory Sciences or related field with 10 years post national youth service experience and a minimum of 5 years in provision of laboratory support
Experience in management of laboratory services particularly public health facility, including laboratory analysis, interpretation and reporting techniques based on best practices, quality management practices and safe work practices.
Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures on high throughput instrument for disease diagnosis and management is an advantage.
Well-developed computer skills.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political, and ethical issues
Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among NRL staff, consultants, and recipients of assistance.

REMUNERATION: The position carries a competitive remuneration package

How to apply to Apply for NDCD COVID-19 Laboratory Manager Recruitment 2020

Interested applicants for this position should visit the AFENET Registration portal via www.afenetnigeria.net/careers.php and submit their applications, addressing the minimum requirements as per the advertisement.

Note- All candidates should indicate the appropriate position in their application letter. AFENET is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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