Vacancies

ZONE LABORATORY COORDINATOR

By VIM on 05/16/2017 at 4:13pm (UTC)

Reporting to: Treatment and care Technical Advisor

The Zone Laboratory Seryices Coordinator develops and supports the general HIV-related laboratory capacity for Dignitas programs in the six districts of the South East Zone (SEZ) of Malawi. S/he provides technical support to the Zomba Central Hospital (ZCH) and District Hospital Laboratory Technicians, to strengthen the quality of Laboratory service delivery in Ministry of Health (MoH) and Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) health facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitoring & Evaluation

Strengthen HIV-related data management in line with the national Health Management Information System. Detailed reports required in Vl, EID, CD4 samples tests
Identify service gaps for HIV-related district laboratory services management and take remedial action.

Coordination

Work with the Dignitas Zonal Manager and DI District Teams to develop a district-level Laboratory management supervisory system for HIV and TB-related supplies.
Participate in development of HIV and TB related Laboratory sections of District Implementation Plans.
Training & Mentoring Provide on-the-job training to Laboratory Technicians on management of HIV-related commodities Strengthen the training and mentorship capacity of Laboratory Technicians’ on management of laboratory related commodities including logistics and supply chain management systems.
Develop storage guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPS) for management of HIV-related Laboratory supplies.

Planning & Implementation

Advice on technical support required to improve laboratory structures (shelving, cold storage, filing, minor equipment maintenance, etc.)
Oversee DI procurement of medical and non-medical items, ensuring proper storage, distribution and management of expiry dates
Build and strengthen the capacity of Laboratory technicians in the management of Viral Load Sample management at ZCH and all district hospitals and some health centers
Manage the stocks of the VL, CD4, TB, EID supplies at Zomba Central Hospital and other zone health facilities.
Supervision of the district Laboratory technicians.

Qualifications

Diploma in Laboratory Technology, a Degree will be an added advantage.
Five years’ experience at Laboratory Technical (TO) level and previous experience with HIV programs and advocacy.
Familiarity with HIV-related laboratory reagents and standard operating procedures for HIV-related laboratory services management in line with the national EMLS Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as a minimum.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants should send resume and detailed cover letter, referencing the position title in the subject by 27th May 2017 to: Human Resource and Admin Managerzombahr@dignitasinternational.org.

Location: Zomba

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-27

Company: Dignitas International (DI)

MONITORING /EVALUATION AND RESEARCH ADVISOR

By VIM on 05/16/2017 at 4:11pm (UTC)

Responsibilities

Work with the M&E team centrally to develop and implement M&E systems and tools to monitor program implementation
Provide technical assistance and guidance to M&E officers, specialists and other technical units within country office to ensure program performance monitoring: collection, compilation, analysis, reporting and use of data for ongoing improvements in program implementation
Develop and use appropriate communication formats and methods for dissemination of analyzed learning.
Coordinate with the M&E Specialists and Officers to develop data analysis products including routine performance charts for presentation at performance review meetings with project management team
Coordinate with program and technical teams in preparation of MER section (narrative and data tables) of donor reports; and support compilation of the comprehensive progress reports In coordination with the MER Director, manage the design, data collection, entry and analysis of program research and evaluation activities, including population-based surveys
Ensure adherence to MOH, USAID, PEPFAR, CDC and DoD reporting requirements
Lead the development of abstract and manuscript development for ongoing operations research and other research activities.
Collaborate with Jhpiego partners to facilitate harmonization of M&E systems across all sectors and align these M&E systems to MoH systems for sustainability.
Support M&E Specialist and Officer to conduct Data Quality Assessment (DQA) visits and participate in the joint supervisory visits, with particular focus on improving the monitoring systems and the quality and completeness of data collection, analysis and feedback systems
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Master’s Degree in Public Health, Demography, Statistics or other related discipline, and at least seven years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation and research with proven success.
Extensive experience and mastery of M&E systems, practices, standards and innovations
Excellent knowledge of statistics and epidemiology with ability and experience in designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative studies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including high proficiency in technical writing.
High level of proficiency in use of computer packages such as MS Word, SPSS/STATA/ EPI info, Access, Excel, power point and e-mail; excellent understanding of health systems at district level and below
Knowledge of comprehensive HIV program and male circumcision
Knowledge of policy and implementation frameworks, EHP, and HSSP in Malawi
Experience in training and facilitation on MER systems development, maintenance and improvement.
Proficiency in managing held data collection work, including familiarity with IT enabled tools (cell phones, PDAs)
Experience working with local partners, including local NGOs and CBOs and knowledge of the local context essential; familiarity with USAID, DoD or CDC programs is preferred
Willingness to travel extensively to program locations (Approximately 50f time)

How to apply:

Eligible candidates meeting the required qualifications and should send applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), experience and names and contact details of three (3) traceable referees to the e-mail address: mwrecruitment@jhpiego.org not later than 27th May, 2017. Jhpiego appreciates all candidates but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged

Location: Blantyre

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-27

Company: Jhpiego

NATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATOR

By VIM on 05/16/2017 at 4:07pm (UTC)

3.0 Objectives of the Assignment

Project Management -Overall management and oversight of the project
Relation Management- coordinating with all stakeholders to ensure the achievement of project development goals
Coordination -coordinating project steering committee and project technical committee to improve emergency disaster recovery and livelihoods restoration projects and programmes
Financial Management- managing the budget and work plans of the project
3.1 Scope of the assignment and Expected Deliverables

Providing oversight and facilitation of all aspects of project implementation, including financial management, procurement and distribution of materials, and management of project staff.
Liaising with Sector financing partners to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of the Malawi Flood emergency Recovery project.
Coordinate implementation of Sector Ministries , Departments and institutions involved in project implementation to ensure quality and effective achievement of Project Development Goals
Facilitating Project Steering Committee and Project Technical Committee discussions in technical deliberations towards implementation and results tracking of emergency disaster recovery and livelihood restoration projects and programs
Timely reporting of project implementation progress to the Secretary to Treasury and seek his or her intervention as necessary.
Ensure preparation of project work plans and Budget to facilitate prompt implementation of Project action plans.
Compiling analytical monthly and quarterly project status reports for the Secretary to Treasury who will also forward them to Project Development Partners.
Coordinate the participation of all implementers in Implementation Support Missions to ensure smooth project operations
Monitoring and evaluation, information dissemination and knowledge management at community, district and national levels
Performing any other duty as may be necessary for the effective implementation of the project

4.0 Qualifications and experience required

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Development Economics, Agriculture Economics, Social Science or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
Must have 10 years’ experience in managing emergency disaster recovery and livelihood restoration programs or project management experience in donor funded projects. Those with World Bank supported project experience will have an added advantage.
Must have experience in Coordinating Multi-sectorial agencies in project implementation towards achieving programme objectives.
Those with knowledge in fiduciary project procedures including Interim Financial Report (IFR) and Systematic Tracking of Exchanges in Procurement (STEP) will have added advantage.

5.0 Person specification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills at international and national level.
Demonstrable experience in managing projects
Strong demonstrable knowledge of leadership and team building
Ability to manage all stakeholders and maintain a wide network of business relationships
Strong problem resolution knowledge and ability to resolve complex issues and manage stakeholder needs and expectations.
Strong Research analysis and reporting skills Strong knowledge of Microsoft office and project management tools
Interested individuals may request detailed Terms of References by email from the email below;

Applications with specified position being applied should be submit detailed curriculum vitae, cover letter and copies of certificates to ;
The Secretary to the Treasury, Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, P.O.Box 30049, LILONGWE 3 Or email.felinje@gmail.com

Closing Date- 26th May, 2017

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-26

Company: Malawi Flood Emergency Recovery Project (MFERP)

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

By VIM on 05/15/2017 at 7:30am (UTC)

Paladin (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified male or female Malawian nationals for the post of Laboratory Technician tenable at the Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District. This position will report to the Chief Chemist.

Role Purpose:
This role is responsible for carrying out routine and non-routine analyses of water and plant samples and conduct investigation work. Uses specialised equipment and advanced analytical techniques. Assist in the development of new analytical techniques. Assist in training of laboratory assistants where necessary. Assists in the installation of equipment and is responsible for repairing and servicing laboratory instruments and equipment.

Specifically the Laboratory Technician will be:
Responsible for sample preparation & analysis of process plant samples on day to day basis as per appropriate standard operating procedures.
Assist in environmental monitoring through analysis of environmental samples
Responsible for potable and cooling tower water treatment and testing.
To ensure accuracy and precision on all laboratory results being produced.
Under the direction of the Chief Chemist produce laboratory reports on daily basis.
Calibration and operating instruments like ICP, UV–Vis spectrometer, pH meter, EC-TDS meter, XRF spectrometer, Analytical balances, ion analyser, furnaces etc. for performing qualitative & quantitative analysis with accuracy and precession.
Preparation and standardisation of volumetric solutions.
Responsible for the safe handling and disposal of laboratory wastes.
Carry out other duties as required or directed by the Chief Chemist.

Qualifications / Experience:

University degree in chemistry or environmental science and technology
Minimum 2 years’ experience in analytical laboratory as laboratory technician with experience in process plant or mining will be preferred.
Knowledge of operating procedures for ICP, XRF, UV–Vis spectrometer, pH meter and EC-TDS meter.
Experience in operation of ICP, XRF, UV–Vis spectrometer will be an added advantage.

Benefits:
The position will attract a competitive salary package, which will include benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application including a comprehensive CV by e-mail on:
pal.jobs@paladinafrica.com

or by post to

The HR Manager, Paladin (Africa) Limited,
Kayelekera Mine,
P.O Box 47, Karonga.

Please forward applications before closing date: Friday, 19 May, 2017.

Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance, competency assessment, physical capability assessment and reference checking.

If you are not contacted by Paladin within (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Karonga

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: N/A

Closing date: 19th May 2017

Company: Paladin (Africa) Limited

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER – TEMPORARY POSITION

By VIM on 05/15/2017 at 7:23am (UTC)

Paladin (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified male or female Malawian nationals for a fixed term position of Human Resources Officer tenable at the Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District. This position will report to the Human Resources Manager.

Role Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to support the HR Manager in the successful management of all HR functions within the department, and to maintain a sustainable industrial relations climate within the workforce.

Specifically the duties of the Human Resources Officer will be:
HR procurement activities such as HR planning, job evaluation, benefits structuring, recruitment and selection, relocation and induction programs.
HR administration activities such as Conditions of Service, Remuneration Benefits and Employee Relations.
HR development processes such as succession planning, promotions and transfers to ensure the company’s needs are met.
Performance management processes to ensure optimum employee performance and actions to remedy any substandard employee performance or behavior.
Development, implementation and audit of best practice human resource policies, procedures and guidelines that support departments in the management of their human resources.
Records Management.
Attend to all industrial relation matters.
All aspects of the timely and accurate completion of monthly payroll processes.

Qualifications / Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: HR Management, Business Administration or Public Administration.
Minimum of five years’ experience working for a big commercial enterprise in similar or related roles or activities.
Specific experience in Labour Relations will be an advantage.
Knowledge of Malawian customs and legal process.
Have passion for people development.
Analytical, and have good organizational skills.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, and Excel.
Good communication skills.

Benefits:
The position will attract a competitive salary package, which will include benefits. Women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application including a comprehensive CV by e-mail on:

pal.jobs@paladinafrica.com

or by post to

The HR Manager, Paladin (Africa) Limited,
Kayelekera Mine,
P.O Box 47, Karonga.

Please forward applications before closing date: Friday, 19 May, 2017.

Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance, competency assessment, physical capability assessment and reference checking.

If you are not contacted by Paladin within (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Karonga

Employment Type: Temporary (On fixed term)

Salary: N/A

Closing date: 19th May 2017

Company: Paladin (Africa) Limited

WAREHOUSE AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

By VIM on 05/14/2017 at 6:01pm (UTC)

Responsibilities

Ensure staff are alerted to the reception of new goods to the APZU warehouse, providing OpenBoxes code and description.
Create new products in OpenBoxes, with respect the naming policy and departmental tagging trees, i.e. when appropriate.
Conduct thorough research and cost analysis on international procurement options for non-clinical supplies, to be presented to the executive leadership team prior to the next fiscal year. (E.g. South Africa, Dubai, US, Vs. Malawi)
Warehouse Management

Ensure warehouse staff document all stock transactions accurately in OpenBoxes and the relevant stock card(s). This includes incoming, outgoing and expired stocks. Work with each department head to establish a set formulary of products, with projected monthly needs. This should be reviewed yearly.
Assist department heads when preparing their yearly budget for consumable supplies, based on past consumption patterns and projected departmental growth.
Develop minimum stock levels for all formulary items, providing department heads with monthly stock status reports and advising on stock out avoidance.
Conduct a full inventory at six month intervals, providing a detailed report of discrepancies to the programs director and internal auditor, and identifying resulting training needs for warehouse support staff.
Ensure the appropriate storage of all items, with respect
Ensure that electronic changes to inventory are accompanied by a completed Inventory Change Request. These will be audited at regular intervals by APZU’s internal auditor.
Ensure the appropriate storage of all items, with respect to temperature, expiry date, lot number, humidity, staff safety and international control controls.
Continue with staff training on cold chain procedures (including LogTag refrigerator temperature monitoring) controlled drug management, and OpenBoxes usage.
Liaising with transport and warehouse staff to ensure all goods reach their final destination and maintain robust filing system with signed delivery notes.
Liaising with Department Heads to identify stock that is not being used or is no longer needed, and conduct auctions of the obsolete stock as needed

Distribution

Ensure distributed items are property ordered, distributed and tracked by the distribution team
Work with distribution officers to generate a monthly report of what items have been distributed for the Director of Programs

Other

Provide monthly non clinical consumption, discrepancy, inventory change, distribution and procurement progress reports to the Director of Programs
Attend Monday management and all-staff team meetings,
Represent PIH/APZU at relevant local and national meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or any other related degree in the field.
Should have a background in program coordination, operations, supply chain management or logistics, including at least five years of related work experience_
Substantial experience supporting project operations in rural areas.
Experience in managing people and teams effectively
The candidate should have strong organization and writing skills and good command of spoken and written English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and advanced manipulations of data in Excel inducting vlookup, sumif and complex if statements.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally.

Benefits & Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualified and interested candidates should apply to the address below, enclosing their cover letter: copies of relevant certificates and Curriculum Vitae indicating three names of traceable referees with valid telephone numbers and email addresses.

All applications must reach the addressee not later than 25th May, 2017.

The Director of Human Resources,

Partners In Health/Abwenzi Pa Za Umoyo (PIH/APZU)

P.O. Box 56

Neno

Or

The Director of Human Resources,

Partners In Heath/Abwenzi Pa umoyo

P o box 17174

Blantyre .

Email: apzuhr@pih.org

Location :NENO

Deadline: 2017-05-25

Company : Partners in health

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