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Role Overview 

Reporting to the PHIA (Population-based Impact Assessments in Resource-Constrained Settings under the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) 2.0) Laboratory Director and PHIA Regional Project Director, the Regional Laboratory Advisor, PHIA Project will support the implementation of a laboratory agenda in PHIA implementing countries, assist with country level laboratory assessments, strengthen country laboratory networks through capacity building and quality management systems, support biomarker trainings, conduct monitoring visits and support the implementation of laboratory procedures and activities for PHIA.

Roles and responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of a laboratory strategy for PHIA supported countries.
  • Assist in country level assessment of laboratories to determine their capacity to support PHIA laboratory activities.
  • Provide technical support for the development and implementation of laboratory QA/QC procedures including adaptations of SOP’s and operational manuals for use in PHIA focus countries.
  • Assist with PHIA country laboratory supplies needs assessment and inventory including for training and field implementation.
  • Assist in reviewing, ensuring consistency and quality of laboratory documents, standardized tools, training materials, SOPs, and protocols as needed for adaptation to specific country contexts.
  • Provide technical support in the implementation of biomarker testing including standardizing operational manuals, implementation of standardized procedures for the collection, testing, processing and storage of laboratory specimens.
  • Provide technical assistance for the design of PHIA toolkit, including leading technical input in standardizing operational manuals in PHIA focus countries
  • Support biomarker trainings in PHIA focus countries.
  • Assist in building PHIA laboratory capacity by conducting monitoring and support supervision through site visits of field work.
  • Assist in supervising highly skilled country laboratory advisors
  • Approximately 50% travel to supported countries throughout Africa
  • Perform any other duties as assigned.

Desired experience and qualification

  • Master’s degree in biomedical sciences or related relevant scientific field.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in laboratory services and laboratory management.
  • Experience implementing quality control programs in a laboratory related setting.
  • Knowledge in developing laboratory related procurement and supply lists.
  • Prior experience in training and supervision of multi-cultural laboratory professionals.
  • Fluent English oral and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally in English.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Knowledge of HIV related testing and laboratory processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Highly organized with extreme attention to detail and the ability to work independently to reach identified deadlines.
  • Ability to creatively solve problems

Interested applicants should send their detailed CV’s to [email protected] with the job tittle in the subject line on or before 23rd June 2019.

ICAP is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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ICAP at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health supports programs and research that address HIV/AIDS and related conditions and works to strengthen health systems. ICAP currently supports HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programs in 13 African countries including: Côte d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, and Tanzania. ICAP supports several hundred project sites, which provide HIV prevention, care and treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals.

Launched in 2004 as the International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs, ICAP is led by its Director Wafaa El-Sadr. With a special emphasis on family-focused care, use of multidisciplinary teams, attention to the multitude of needs of individuals at risk for or living with HIV/AIDS, ICAP programs include HIV counseling and testing, prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission, comprehensive HIV care, antiretroviral therapy, and management for related conditions, such as tuberculosis.

ICAP's goal is to build capacity for the implementation of diverse programs and to support the strengthening of other aspects of health systems, such as the renovation of health facilities, the training and mentoring of health care providers, and building the capacity of program managers and administrators. Such programs include Clinical Mentorship Systems Training and the ICAP Nurse Capacity Initiative. In addition, ICAP supports a Student Opportunities Program for undergraduate and graduate student from all disciplines.

ICAP partners with both public and private organizations, including ministries of health, the World Health Organization, and UNAIDS. Partnerships with non-governmental and community-based organizations, as well as faith-based groups, address care for at-risk populations, including children, and create income-generating projects for people living in affected communities.

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0 USD Pretoria CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs (ICAP)

Role Overview 

Reporting to the PHIA (Population-based Impact Assessments in Resource-Constrained Settings under the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) 2.0) Laboratory Director and PHIA Regional Project Director, the Regional Laboratory Advisor, PHIA Project will support the implementation of a laboratory agenda in PHIA implementing countries, assist with country level laboratory assessments, strengthen country laboratory networks through capacity building and quality management systems, support biomarker trainings, conduct monitoring visits and support the implementation of laboratory procedures and activities for PHIA.

Roles and responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of a laboratory strategy for PHIA supported countries.
  • Assist in country level assessment of laboratories to determine their capacity to support PHIA laboratory activities.
  • Provide technical support for the development and implementation of laboratory QA/QC procedures including adaptations of SOP’s and operational manuals for use in PHIA focus countries.
  • Assist with PHIA country laboratory supplies needs assessment and inventory including for training and field implementation.
  • Assist in reviewing, ensuring consistency and quality of laboratory documents, standardized tools, training materials, SOPs, and protocols as needed for adaptation to specific country contexts.
  • Provide technical support in the implementation of biomarker testing including standardizing operational manuals, implementation of standardized procedures for the collection, testing, processing and storage of laboratory specimens.
  • Provide technical assistance for the design of PHIA toolkit, including leading technical input in standardizing operational manuals in PHIA focus countries
  • Support biomarker trainings in PHIA focus countries.
  • Assist in building PHIA laboratory capacity by conducting monitoring and support supervision through site visits of field work.
  • Assist in supervising highly skilled country laboratory advisors
  • Approximately 50% travel to supported countries throughout Africa
  • Perform any other duties as assigned.

Desired experience and qualification

  • Master’s degree in biomedical sciences or related relevant scientific field.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in laboratory services and laboratory management.
  • Experience implementing quality control programs in a laboratory related setting.
  • Knowledge in developing laboratory related procurement and supply lists.
  • Prior experience in training and supervision of multi-cultural laboratory professionals.
  • Fluent English oral and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally in English.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Knowledge of HIV related testing and laboratory processes.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Highly organized with extreme attention to detail and the ability to work independently to reach identified deadlines.
  • Ability to creatively solve problems

Interested applicants should send their detailed CV’s to [email protected] with the job tittle in the subject line on or before 23rd June 2019.ICAP is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2019-06-24

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