Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI Jobs : Laboratory Quality Assurance Assistant (Akure)

Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI) is recruiting for the position of a Laboratory Quality Assurance Assistant (Akure). Our organizations is a fully indigenous NGO, implementing public health intervention programs for the control of HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Tuberculosis (including MDR TB). Our offices are in Lagos and Akure and we require competent and result oriented candidates to fill the position below: Job Title:  Laboratory Quality Assurance Assistant Location: Akure The job holder would provide technical support to EHAI-supported laboratories to establish, implement and improve quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities; as well as participate in supportive supervision and provide mentorship to the laboratories to achieve an improved QA programme. Job Responsibilities Develop and implement an efficient QA plan for all supported laboratories. Facilitate the identification and development of quality improvement (QI) projects using appropriate indicators and ensure that performance improvement activities are executed and that all components of the quality system are current and relevant. Establish a system for identifying, correcting and documenting laboratory errors. Facilitate the introduction of new quality system procedures or modifications to existing procedures. Coordinate and monitor all EQA and IQC activities and review all reports and documentations. Develop QA tools and assessment checklists in accordance with national and international standards. Assist supported laboratories to use RCA tools to investigate near-misses and failures. Ensure the quality system is audited at regular intervals. Review all quality records and develop QI plans for the supported labs. Qualifications A Master's degree in any relevant Laboratory discipline with professional certification of either AIMLT/FIMLT; and a minimum of two years post qualification experience. Previous experience working in an international development organization and thorough understanding of the SLMTA process will be added advantage. Technical and Behavioural Competencies Report writing skill. Oral and written communication skills. Counselling skill. Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative. Familiarity with the design, implementation and monitoring of clinical testing activities, especially in an HIV/AIDS environment.   Application Closing date December 25, 2012. EHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Method of application: EHAI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may go to EHAI Career Center at www.ehaing.org for more details and submit their CV/resume and cover letter  to careers@ehaing.org Only completed applications sent electronically (i.e. by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Disclaimer: EHAI does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview. SEARCH FOR HIGH PAID JOBS HERE