Current Jobs FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer, Laboratory Services

Requisition - 2020202178
Location: Nigeria-Banki (Military Base; F)
Job Type: Full time
Supervisor: Technical Officer, Health & Nutrition Services

Project Description

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance.
• These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• Provide technical support and implement high quality laboratory services for FHI 360 humanitarian program.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building for laboratory services to FHI 360 and facility staff.
• Provide technical support on laboratory quality assurance issues at LGA and facility level.
• The ATO, Lab. Services will prepare specimens, follow detailed manual tests, oversee automated analysis tests and report tests results to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team of international and national staff to provide high quality patient care to an extremely vulnerable population.
• Process specimens, conduct testing and report test results with constant attention to detail and excellence in quality. Operates laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Keep organized records of specimens, tests, instrument logs, and technical analyses according to written instructions.
• Recognizes problems and errors and seek corrective actions. Adheres to the relevant Code of conduct and Ethics Conduct and document appropriate quality control and assurance procedures. Assist with quality assurance and performance improvement activities. Performs non-routine analysis when given direction.
• Works with technical support and M&E teams to collect appropriate baseline data over the life of the project Compiles and submits periodic reports Ensures adequate infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc in Laboratory Sciences or related field with 1-3 years post national youth service experience in provision of laboratory support.
• Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures, diagnosis and management related to care and treatment is required with some experience in an humanitarian area preferred.
• Certification of license to practice as a medical laboratory scientist is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in a humanitarian crisis is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa communications.
• Well-developed computer skills.
• Ability to travel within 25% time.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques for the following categories of assays
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues in the community.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer, Pharmacy

Requisition: 2020202177
Location: Borno (Gamboru Ngala LGA, Borno; F)
Job type: Full time
Supervisor: Technical Officer, Health and Nutrition Services

Project Description

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• The ATO - Pharmacy will prepare medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, and dispensing medications by compounding, packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team of staff to provide high quality patient care to an extremely vulnerable population.
• Carrying out inspection duties as provided for under the Poisons and Pharmacist’s Act, the Dangerous Drug Act and the Food and Drug Decree and other operational legislations
• Dispensing prescribed medications to in-and-outpatients whilst providing accurate medication advice.
• Maintaining stores and keeping relevant store records.
• Preparing extemporaneous medicaments such as mixtures, lotions, ointments, syrups, etc.
• Provides technical information and advice to other health professionals.
• Ensuring proper storage and issuance of all drugs over the duration of the project.
• Participating in routine quality control audits of all drugs in stock.
• Adheres to the relevant Code of conduct and ethics
• Works with technical support and M&E teams to collect appropriate baseline data over the life of the project
• Compiles and submits periodic reports
• Ensures adequate infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy or its equivalent with 1-3 years post national youth service experience managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting / quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing / storage, distribution, and LMIS.
• Must have a practicing license Experience working with a humanitarian organization Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Sound knowledge of inventory control systems. Experience must include managing health commodity logistics information systems, including forecasting / quantification of medical Commodities.
• Knowledge of the key principles and approaches to health systems strengthening.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding integrated health programs.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa communications, including presentation and training skills.
• Understanding of Kanuri Language is an asset. Well-developed computer skills

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply