Ministry Of Health Is Hiring: Various Posts Under Global Fund Grants

The vacancies below have arisen in the Ministry of Health and Child Care under the Global Fund HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria grants. In a notice seen by Pindula News, the ministry said applications are being invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the posts. We present job qualifications below:

1). Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist- NMRL; TB:

Reports to: Chief Medical Laboratory Scientist

Qualifications:

i). Honours degree in Medical Laboratory Science(HBLMS) or Specialist Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a reputable University. ii). Post-graduate training in Public Health, Clinical Epidemiology or Microbiology is an added advantage.

Experience:

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1. 3 years post-qualification experience in a Medical Laboratory;

2. Experience in working in a TB Laboratory is an added advantage;

3. Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint, and the internet are required.

2). Procurement and Supply Management Manager – Head Office; Programme Coordination Unit (PCU)

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Qualifications:

1. A degree in pharmacy.

2. A higher qualification Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Health, Pharmacy or Supply Chain Management is an added advantage.

3. Registered with the Pharmacists Council of Zimbabwe.

3). Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer- Head Office; Programme Coordination Unit (PCU)

Reports to: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

Qualifications & Experience:

1. University degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistics or closely related qualification. 2. A minimum of two years experience in M&E 3. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation of public health programs 4. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in use of information systems including DHIS2 5. Experience with GF M&E requirements

4). Pre-Elimination Coordinator-Head Office; National Malaria Control Programme

Reports to: Director NMCP

Qualifications and experience:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences 2. Masters degree in Health Sciences is an added advantage 3. At least five years’ experience working in public health delivery, especially at district or provincial levels.

5). Assistant Vector Control Officer – Head Office; National Malaria Control Programme

Reports to: Vector Control Officer

Qualifications:

1. Diploma in Environmental Health 2. Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health or equivalent is an added advantage

Experience and required skills:

1. At least 5 years experience in public health delivery at the district or provincial level focusing on the following areas: -IRS -LLINs distribution -Entomological surveillance 2. Competency in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills 3. Training skills in vector control 4. Communication and report writing skills

6). Provincial Monitoring & Evaluation Officer X 2- Midlands and Bulawayo Metropolitan

Reports to: Provincial Medical Director (PMD)

Qualifications:

1. A degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Health Sciences or Social Sciences or Statistics or equivalent

Experience and skills:

1. Minimum of 2 years experience in monitoring and evaluation preferably health programs. 2. Demonstrated understanding of and familiarity with a range of applied research and monitoring and evaluation approaches including health information and data management systems, and quality assurance. 3. Good working knowledge of descriptive, inferential and advanced statistics.Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues. 4. Strong skills in MS Excel Word, PowerPoint and Access, and at least one data management software program (SAS, SPSS). 5. Strong oral and written communication skills

7). Software Developer/Programmer X 1

Reports to: SI Coordinator

Qualifications:

First Degree in Computing and Information Technology or equivalent

Competencies and skills required:

1. Programming language certification Oracle certification is an added advantage (i.e Java or any RDBMS) 2. 5-10 programming experience years 3. Designed and proposed an electronic system until implementation

8). Provincial Information, Communication Technology Officer (ICT Officer); PMD Mashonaland East

Reports to: MNCH Officer.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent

Willingness to travel frequently and at short notice

Experience and required skills:

1. At least 2 years’ experience in ICT systems administration 2. Ability to model and represent systems effectively and creatively. 3. Knowledge and experience in using Software development frameworks 4. Knowledge and experience in setting up computer networks (WAN/LAN) and server setup and maintenance. 5. Experience with hardware maintenance is an added advantage. 6. Ability to set and meet time-lines and deadlines 7. Fluent in English (excellent oral and written skills) 8. Strong communication skills, with experience conducting trainings and delivering

9). Laboratory Scientist- NMRL; HIV Programme

Reports to: Chief Medical Laboratory Scientist

Qualifications and competencies:

 HBMLS or Equivalent from a reputable University  At least 3 years post-graduate experience  Experience with PCR diagnostic and monitoring tests is an added advantage  Ability to interface with clinical facilities to troubleshoot and institute corrective actions for out-of-range indicators.  Computer competence with spreadsheet, word processing and presentation applications Must be registered with Medical Laboratory Clinical Scientist Council of Zimbabwe

10). Data Entry Officer- NMRL; HIV Programme

Reports to: Section Head: Specimen Management

Qualifications:

1. Recognised certificate in Computers or laboratory-related discipline

Experience and required skills

1. At least 2 years’ experience in handling biological samples, laboratory data and sample management 2. Highly computer literate 3. Knowledge of ISO 15189 standard will be an added advantage 4. Experience in SPSS and EPI

Candidates who meet the requirements of the posts are invited to submit their applications accompanied by CVs and certified copies of Certificates not later than 10 February 2023 to:

The Secretary for Health and Child Care

1st Floor Kaquvi Building

Corner Simon V Muzenda Street/Central Avenue

P.o. Box CY1122 Harare

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