AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. Since 2001, we have worked closely with key stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, university teaching hospitals and other non-governmental organizations to fight the HIV scourge.
APIN’s goal is not just to contribute to the reduction of the rate of growth of the HIV epidemic in Nigeria, but also to the ultimate reversal of its course. Our prevention, treatment, care and support activities currently span forty-two sites in ten states of the Federation and are coordinated from our offices in Abuja, Lagos and Ibadan.
The appointment of APIN as a sub-recipient of Global Fund for the implementation of HIV program in Benue and Borno States, through 104 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and 30 Comprehensive Health Centers (CHCs) has necessitated the bringing on board of additional personnel. We are therefore inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions in our Makurdi and Maiduguri Offices.
Position: Laboratory Officer (2 nos.)
Job Functions
Reporting to the Laboratory Infrastructure Coordinator, the job holder will have responsibility for the implementation of programmatic and technical operations of the laboratory program. In specific terms, s/he will be expected to perform the following functions:
- Provide technical guidance and programmatic support to laboratories al all APIN sites and expertise on all clinical laboratory issues
- Ensure that laboratory testing policies and procedures comply with current Federal Government regulations, and establish or modify procedures as required to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness of test results
- Ensure quality test results by enrollment in Proficiency Testing Programs
- Maintain an active quality assurance program, document annual competency assessment of staff, as well as review testing results to ensure quality and evaluate inter-laboratory quality control reports
- Take necessary steps to ensure good all-round laboratory practice at all APIN-supported sites
- Supervise the collection and analysis of laboratory data for program management
- Provide technical assistance to other implementing partners as may be requested and approved by the Laboratory Coordinator
- Represent APIN at all inter-agency, Federal Government of Nigeria and Global Fund Laboratory Working Group meetings
- Prepare reports and representations as required by Management
Qualifications and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in any relevant Laboratory discipline, with the professional certification of AIMLT/FIMLT, as well as a minimum of three years post-qualification experience; possession of a master’s degree would be added advantage.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies:
- Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Internet browsing, emailing, etc.)
- Familiarity with the design, implementation and monitoring of clinical testing activities, especially in an HIV/AIDS environment
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good communication and Interpersonal skills
- Counseling skill
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Tactfulness
Mode of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should visit www.apin.org.ng to apply by completing an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed above. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name. All applications must be submitted online on or before 8th December 2011. Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the position are therefore encouraged to apply.
