Principal Biosafety Officer at National Biosatey Authority

• 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.