Quality Management System – Nairobi – University of Maryland Baltimore Global Health Initiatives

The University of Maryland Baltimore Global Health Initiatives through its operating arm Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation (MGIC) Kenya implements comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment programs to facilitate the Kenya Ministries of Medical Services and Public Health to control the spread of HIV and rapidly scale up HIV services, institute continuous quality improvement methods as well as the M & E infrastructure necessary to support these services. MGIC Kenya is seeking suitably qualified persons able to fill the following position:

VACANCY : QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS) COORDINATOR
PROJECT : BORESHA MAABARA
LOCATION : NAIROBI
SUPERVISOR : PROJECT DIRECTOR
OVERVIEW OF PROJECT
“BORESHA MAABARA” (improve laboratory services) is a five (5) year project funded through the US Government Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The project seeks to enhance diagnostic testing for the prevention, surveillance and treatment of infectious diseases such as HIV and tuberculosis, and other HIV-related opportunistic infections. The project is implemented jointly by the Ministry of Health, National Public Health Laboratory Services, Kenya National Blood Transfusion Service and the respective County Governments.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Quality Management System (QMS) coordinator will provide leadership on QMS for the project supported laboratories. In particular, the position shall support implementation of an integrated quality management plan with the purpose of attaining and or maintaining applicable ISO accreditation status/certification. In addition, the position shall support optimal utilization of QMS data/information in improving coverage, efficiency and performance on EQA for HIV/TB core tests among other roles.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Represent program at the Kenya SLIPTA focal office
• Work closely with the NPHLS EQA office
• Co-ordinate SLMTA workshops as well as midterm or exit audits
• Train laboratory mentors in implementation of ISO 15189 as well as ISO 17043
• Prepare Quarterly QMS progress reports for all SLMTA supported sites
• Support maintenance of accreditation status for all ISO certified laboratories within BM program
• Support integration initiatives of EQA tests (framework, networks, notification, and information)
• Support optimal utilization of QMS data/information in improving coverage, efficiency and performance on EQA for HIV/TB core tests as well as provision of quality HIV/TB diagnostic services
• Provide targeted mentorship and guidance to project and MOH technical staff
• Represent the project at relevant Quality Management Systems forums
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Required skills and qualifications
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory sciences or Biomedical Sciences or other relevant field from a recognized University. Individuals with a Master’s degree will have an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in design and implementation of laboratory Quality Management Systems in reputable laboratories.
• Demonstrated experience in implementation of quality management systems such as ISO 15189 and ISO 17043 among others. Individuals registered as assessors with Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) will have an added advantage.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and to adhere to set deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work with various government institutions, counties and local partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and report writing skills.
• Strong staff development, coaching, and mentoring skills.

HOW TO APPLY:
Kindly send your application that includes a cover letter and updated CV showing names of three professional referees to hr@mgickenya.org on or before 20/4/2017
Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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