Deputy Director, Biosafety at National Biosatey Authority

•  Provides input for the formulation of policies;
•  Supervises the implementation of programmes and activities of the Directorate;
•  Oversees the development of project proposals for the Directorate;
•  Oversees public education and sensitization on the Directorate’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
•  Oversees the establishment of a system for the receipt and processing of applications;
•  Provides secretariat support for the operation of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC);
•  Supervises the establishment of administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
•  Drafts permits and associated terms and conditions in consultation with the legal unit;
•  Communicate with applicants, TAC, other experts and the public on relevant matters;
•  Establishes a system for the handling of confidential information;
•  Reviews applications for the declaration of confidential business information;
•  Oversees the management of the human, material and financial resource of the Directorate;
•  Builds and manages an effective and dedicated work environment team;
•  Oversees the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Directorate;
•  Oversees the preparation of the annual work plan and budget of the Directorate;
•  Responds to audit queries on financial matters;
•  Oversees the implementation of the Performance Management System within the Directorate;
•  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 relevant qualification in Public and or Business Administration would be an advantage;
•  A minimum of eight (8) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience, four (4) 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 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.
•  Alternative Dispute Management.
•  Good knowledge in financial management laws and regulations.
•  Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
•  Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
•  Good knowledge in labour laws and regulations.
•  Good networking and resource mobilisation.
•  Good leadership, mentoring and lobbying skills.
•  Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
•  Good strategic planning.
•  Monitoring and evaluation skills.
•  Attention to details.
•  Guidance and counselling.
•  Proposal writing skills.
•  Biosafety administration procedures.
•  Biosafety risk assessment.