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National Biosafety Authority is seeking to employ a Senior Biosafety Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collates relevant data for the formulation of policies;
- Implements programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
- Establishes a system for the receipt and processing of applications;
- Provides inputs for the establishment of administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
- Collects relevant information for the drafting of permits and associated terms and conditions in consultation with the legal unit;
- Provides inputs for the preparation of draft communication on relevant matters to applicants, TAC, other experts and the public;
- Verifies clients’ compliance with approval conditions;
- Leads in the inspection of facilities;
- Leads in the investigation of complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
- Facilitates the performance of enforcement activities in collaboration with key stakeholders;
- Collates inputs for use by Regulatory Agencies for their inspection and compliance activities;
- Conducts public education and sensitization on the Unit’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
- Facilitates the building of industry capacity in biosafety inspection;
- Provides inputs for the development of project proposals for the Unit(s);
- Provides inputs for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s);
- Provides inputs for the preparation of annual work plan and budget of the Unit(s);
- Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.
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Qualification Required & Experience
- A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution;
- A minimum of four (4) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience in a relevant organization;
- Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.
COMPETENCIES
- Communication, report writing and presentation skills.
- Good research and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of project and programmes management.
- High integrity and good ethical standards.
- Team player.
- Good knowledge in biosafety enforcement procedures.
- Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
- Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
- Good networking skills.
- Good leadership and mentoring skills.
- Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
- Good strategic planning.
- Monitoring and evaluation skills.
- Guidance and counselling.
- Proposal writing skills.
Location: Accra
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