National Biosafety Authority Principal Biosafety Officer Jobs in Ghana
National Biosafety Authority Principal Biosafety Officer Jobs in Ghana
Supervises the collation of relevant data for the formulation of policies;
Supervises the implementation of programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
Supervises the establishment of a system for the receipt and processing of applications;
Facilitates the meeting and other activities of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC);
Establishes administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
Collates relevant information for the drafting of permits and associated terms and conditions in consultation with the legal unit;
Prepares draft communication on relevant matters to applicants, TAC, other experts and the public;
Provides inputs for the establishment of a system for the handling of confidential information;
Collates applications for the declaration of confidential business information;
Enforces compliance with approval conditions;
Supervises the inspection of facilities;
Supervises the investigation of complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
Liaises with stakeholders in the performance of enforcement activities;
Facilitates the inspection and compliance activities of Regulatory Agencies;
Conducts public education and sensitization on the Unit’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
Builds industry capacity in biosafety inspection;
Develops project proposals for the Unit(s);
Prepares annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s);
Prepares the annual work plan
and budget of the Unit(s);
Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.
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 six (6) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience, two (2) years of which must be in a senior management position 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.
Good networking skills.
Good knowledge in labour laws and regulations.
Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
Good leadership and mentoring skills.
Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
Good strategic planning.
Monitoring and evaluation skills.
Guidance and counselling.
Proposal writing skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidate should send their CVs to:
National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra
Or email to: info@nba.org.gh
Notes
Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station
GPS: GE-291-8394
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