Senior Laboratory And Quality Improvement (QI) Manager, Burundi – Population Services International (PSI) 38 views0 applications


PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world’s most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

 

PSI’s core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries.  

PSI is now looking for qualified, results-oriented candidates for the post of Senior Laboratory and Quality Improvement (QI) Manager for an anticipated five-year project funded by USAID in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in Burundi “Reaching an AIDS-Free Generation in Burundi (RAFG) Activity”. The project will be implemented in the provinces covered by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to support epidemic control, increased access to antiretroviral therapy and awareness of key populations. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of Party.

RESPONSIBILITES:

  • The role of the Senior Laboratory and QI Manager requires 75% level of effort (LOE) on laboratory functions and 25% LOE on QI functions.
  • The incumbent provides technical assistance to working groups, implementing partners, and counterparts to ensure that the portfolio of laboratory-related activities contributes to Activity objectives.
  • The Senior Laboratory and QI Manager serves as the technical expert in laboratory services to establish priorities, policies and targeted strategic plans, coordinate and collaborate with government and public health officials, oversee the quality and implementation of testing procedures and systems, laboratory management administrative issues, and training.
  • The Senior Laboratory and QI Manager ensures overall Activity quality and continuous quality improvement (CQI) through trainings, support supervision and technical assistance for health care providers, including health care providers at government, civil society organization (CSOs) and faith-based facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Master’s degree in laboratory science, health management or relevant field with a minimum of 10 years of implementing partner or donor experience. USAID will also consider a Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science, health management or relevant field with a minimum of 15 years of health project management experience.
  • At least 3 years’ prior experience in developing and implementing laboratory program initiatives, laboratory strategic planning, laboratory accreditation programs, quality management systems, referral systems, supply chain management systems, and use of electronic laboratory information systems.
  • Previous experience in laboratory logistics and supply chain management.
  • Past exposure and experience in implementing laboratory information systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively train and build capacity of local partners, district staff and laboratory staff.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Training and experience in Quality Management/Quality Improvement and the development of QI tools; preferably related to HIV/AIDS and TB interventions, or otherwise the capacity and motivation to acquire an in-depth knowledge of this field in a short time.
  • Experience in data management, QI tool development and development and facilitation of training.
  • Proven proficiency with QI tool development and use at field and reporting levels using data management programs.
  • Experience in analysis and use of data for decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders including ministries of health, local health staff, and local officials to implement improvements in health care.
  • Possesses excellent communication in English as well as French and coordination skills.

The successful candidate will have excellent writing, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and cross-cultural skills; demonstrated ability to perform and prioritize a variety of tasks on short notice within designated deadlines; and an interest in future overseas posting with PSI.

The candidate must have a work permit for Burundi.

STATUS: 

  • Exempt 

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

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We’re a nonprofit, but we take a business approach to saving lives.

PSI is a global health network of more than 50 local organizations dedicated to improving the health of people in the developing world by focusing on serious challenges like a lack of family planning, HIV and AIDS, barriers to maternal health, and the greatest threats to children under five, including malaria, diarrhea, pneumonia and malnutrition.

A hallmark of PSI is a commitment to the principle that health services and products are most effective when they are accompanied by robust communications and distribution efforts that help ensure wide acceptance and proper use.

PSI works in partnership with local governments, ministries of health and local organizations to create health solutions that are built to last.

HISTORY

PSI was founded in 1970 to improve reproductive health using commercial marketing strategies. For its first 15 years, PSI worked mostly in family planning (hence the name Population Services International). In 1985, it started promoting oral rehydration therapy. PSI’s first HIV prevention project — which promoted abstinence, fidelity and condoms — began in 1988. PSI added malaria and safe water to its portfolio in the 1990s and tuberculosis in 2004.

HEALTH IMPACT

PSI has an uncompromising focus on measurable health impact and measures its effect on disease and death much like a for-profit measures its profits. Just last year PSI saved the lives of 9,246 mothers, prevented 3,896,671 unintended pregnancies, stopped 234,367 new HIV infections, and avoided 379,286 deaths due to diseases like malaria, diarrhea and pneumonia that most threaten young children.

PROGRAM LOCATION

World headquarters in Washington, D.C., programs in more than 50 countries, European office in Amsterdam.

PEOPLE

More than 8,900 staff work for PSI and its affiliates. PSI’s expatriate staff is about 1% of the overall workforce. Support services and advocacy are provided by staff in Washington, D.C., and Amsterdam, Netherlands.

PSI’S MISSION

PSI makes it easier for people in the developing world to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire by marketing affordable products and services.

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0 USD Bujumbura CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week Population Services International (PSI)

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

 

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries.  

PSI is now looking for qualified, results-oriented candidates for the post of Senior Laboratory and Quality Improvement (QI) Manager for an anticipated five-year project funded by USAID in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment in Burundi “Reaching an AIDS-Free Generation in Burundi (RAFG) Activity”. The project will be implemented in the provinces covered by the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to support epidemic control, increased access to antiretroviral therapy and awareness of key populations. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of Party.

RESPONSIBILITES:

  • The role of the Senior Laboratory and QI Manager requires 75% level of effort (LOE) on laboratory functions and 25% LOE on QI functions.
  • The incumbent provides technical assistance to working groups, implementing partners, and counterparts to ensure that the portfolio of laboratory-related activities contributes to Activity objectives.
  • The Senior Laboratory and QI Manager serves as the technical expert in laboratory services to establish priorities, policies and targeted strategic plans, coordinate and collaborate with government and public health officials, oversee the quality and implementation of testing procedures and systems, laboratory management administrative issues, and training.
  • The Senior Laboratory and QI Manager ensures overall Activity quality and continuous quality improvement (CQI) through trainings, support supervision and technical assistance for health care providers, including health care providers at government, civil society organization (CSOs) and faith-based facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Master’s degree in laboratory science, health management or relevant field with a minimum of 10 years of implementing partner or donor experience. USAID will also consider a Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science, health management or relevant field with a minimum of 15 years of health project management experience.
  • At least 3 years’ prior experience in developing and implementing laboratory program initiatives, laboratory strategic planning, laboratory accreditation programs, quality management systems, referral systems, supply chain management systems, and use of electronic laboratory information systems.
  • Previous experience in laboratory logistics and supply chain management.
  • Past exposure and experience in implementing laboratory information systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively train and build capacity of local partners, district staff and laboratory staff.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Training and experience in Quality Management/Quality Improvement and the development of QI tools; preferably related to HIV/AIDS and TB interventions, or otherwise the capacity and motivation to acquire an in-depth knowledge of this field in a short time.
  • Experience in data management, QI tool development and development and facilitation of training.
  • Proven proficiency with QI tool development and use at field and reporting levels using data management programs.
  • Experience in analysis and use of data for decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders including ministries of health, local health staff, and local officials to implement improvements in health care.
  • Possesses excellent communication in English as well as French and coordination skills.

The successful candidate will have excellent writing, analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and cross-cultural skills; demonstrated ability to perform and prioritize a variety of tasks on short notice within designated deadlines; and an interest in future overseas posting with PSI.

The candidate must have a work permit for Burundi.

STATUS: 

  • Exempt 

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

2017-06-09

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