Job Vacancies at Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC)

Job Vacancies

Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) | Type: Job
Published: 2024-09-07 | Deadline: 2024-09-16

1. Job Title: Lab BioTechnologists For Molecular Virology (3 Positions)

Job responsibilities

Design and oversee genomics and omics research projects, from conception to execution and reporting.
Develop, implement, and optimize laboratory protocols for genomics and omics experiments.
Employ advanced bioinformatics tools to analyze and interpret complex genomic data, generating meaningful insights.
Establish and enforce quality control and quality assurance procedures for genomics and omics data.
Engage in continuous improvement and innovation to enhance laboratory workflows and data analysis.
Collaborate with other researchers, institutions, and stakeholders to foster partnerships and knowledge sharing.
Provide training and guidance to laboratory personnel on genomics and omics techniques and technologies.
Stay updated on industry standards and best practices in genomics and omics research.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences with 0 Year of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Biotechnology, Immunology, Medical Microbiology with 0 Year of relevant experience

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2. Job Title: Anasthesiolog and Nurse (4 Positions)

Job responsibilities

To effectively realize pre hospital emergency care procedures, techniques for all emergency cases according to pre-hospital emergency care protocols, norms and standards;
To assure the on-going monitoring of patient’s vital signs during primary and secondary transport;
To accurately fill intervention and transfer forms for all victims/patients transported
To send initial and final reports to the regulator (dispatcher) at 912- communication Centre;
To record all patient data during a primary or secondary transport electronically and in a register arranged for that purpose;
To verify the availability and good functioning of all medical devices installed or used in an ambulance before and between interventions;
To prepare oxygen and other ambulance equipment, emergency drugs and consumables before and between interventions, keeping the ambulance fully equipped;
Alongside with the driver, to clean and disinfect the ambulance
Alongside with the communication and dispatch officer, to dispatch mobile teams rapidly according to emergency priorities and SAMU standards operating procedures (SoPs)
To send reinforcement rapidly whenever necessary
To keep in touch with hospital emergency services for beds availability and patient’s reception.
N.B: Proven experience in the field of pre-hospital care operations is an added value.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, anaesthesia-resuscitation with 0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced Diploma in Nursing, anaesthesia-resuscitation with 0 Year of relevant experience

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3. Job Title: Lab BioTechnologists Mycobacteriology (2 Positions)

Job responsibilities

Culture and Drug sensitivity Testing (DST)
Drug Sensitivity Testing using Hain test (PCR)
TB slides reading, Auramine slides reading
Culture media, ZN, Auramine and decontamination reagents preparation
DST media preparation
Carry out TB laboratory test for Hotels
Carry out training of biotechnologists from Centers for Diagnosis and Treatment (CDT)of tuberculosis in (DH and HC)
Conduct laboratory supervision for CDT of tuberculosis (DH and HC)
Carry out quality control of CDT and provide feed back
Participate in external quality control
Other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences with 0 Year of relevant experience

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4. Job Title: Nurses In Charge Of blood donor selection RCBT-Kigali

Job responsibilities

Lead blood collection teams including staff and volunteers and ensure collection equipment and supplies are adequate and in good condition;
Provide donor education with right information, instructions and advices on blood donation;
Fully and carefully use the Donor Medical Questionnaire during blood collection session;
Select blood donors eligible to donate blood by performing confidential health assessment, qualifies, defers or refers donors as per established donor selection and qualification criteria.
Obtain informed consent from blood donors prior to blood donation.
Perform pre- and post-donation counseling.
Ensure safety and comfort of blood donors during and after blood collection, assess adverse donor events, intervene appropriately and report accordingly.
Participate in quality control and preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment and supplies meet established standards.
Organize and carry out professional counseling during Donor results Notification;
Record donation and donor data in e-progesa system and ensure that all required documentation is carried out insuring confidentiality;
Comply to all established policies and procedures to maintain a healthy and safe work environment and maintain quality culture;
Participate in the elaboration of quality documents;
Participate in staff trainings;
Perform any other duties as assigned by hierarchical supervisors;
Report to Blood Donor Mobilization and selection specialist.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Clinical medicine, Public Health, Sociology, epidemiology with background in nursing with 0 Year of relevant experience
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING with 0 Year of relevant experience

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5. Job Title: Blood donor Mobilization and selection senior officer RCBT-Kigali

Job responsibilities

Elaborate the annual plan of blood collection activities
Plan weekly and monthly activities related to blood donor mobilization;
Organize contact networks necessary for blood donor mobilization activities;
Develop partnership with schools, churches, public and private organization and local government authorities to promote regular blood donation;
Prepare relevant tools for blood donor mobilization campaign;
Organize conferences and other meetings for donor mobilizations;
Organize regular meetings and conferences in schools(secondary and universities), keep a tag with them out of schools and during holidays;
Elaborate weekly and monthly schedule for blood collections, taking in account needs in blood for transfusion;
Perform the pre-donation counseling and blood donor education;
Perform blood donor recruitment in the area served by the RCBT;
Participate in the elaboration of documents needed for donor recruitment and donor selection,
Ensure compliance with quality requirements in his/her service;
Perform any other duties as assigned by hierarchical supervisors;

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in General Nursing with 0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Public Health, Sociology, Social Psychologywith a background in nursing with 0 Year of relevant experience

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6. Job Title: STIs Prevention Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

Coordinates implementation of STI prevention in all health facilities public and private,
Provide technical support to health care providers through clinical mentorships, trainings, meetings
Support implementers in STI with national guidance for operational planning and implementation.
Involvement in operational research for STI and follow routine program data
Support development of guidelines, tools related to STI prevention including HIV .
Regular self-development in research and clinical practice
In collaboration with other colleagues in STI&OBBI Unit,
Ensure STI tools integrate in comprehensive information to health facilities
Conducted joint education sessions.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health, Global Health, Epidemiology with 0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in General Nursing, General medicine with 0 Year of relevant experience

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7. Job Title: Nutrition Officer

Job responsibilities

Support line institutions to strengthen nutrition education in schools and higher learning institutions through curricular and extracurricular activities.
Work with appropriate institutions in emergency preparedness and response in areas for nutrition and food security of families and individuals.
Support the implementation of Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition promotion intervention.
Support district in the implementation of Community-Based Food and Nutrition Program
Strengthen the in-service training on relevant health services and key practices to prevention of chronic malnutrition and link with agriculture related training.
Support and reinforce the nutritional surveillance system

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Nutrition & Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Nutritional science with 0 Year of relevant experience

Master's Degree in Public Health, Nutritional science, Nutrition & Dietetics, International Health and Development, Human Nutrition with 0 Year of relevant experience

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8. Job Title: Child Health Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

Support district in improving the case management skills of health workers for under 5 children
Support in Improving the health system support needed for effective management of childhood illness
Support in promoting key family and community practices through education of caretakers and other members of the community.
Support district to ensure adequate provision of essential child survival inputs (medical supplies, commodities, drugs and equipment);
Support to Increase skills and knowledge of supervisors and health care providers at all levels of the health system.
Assess periodically quality of care according to national and international standards
Set up proactive strategies to involve men and increase their responsibilities with regard child survival issues
Provide support to strengthen and scale-up Baby-friendly hospitals initiative
Provide support to sustain outreach services from first level facilities to communities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Medicine with 0 Year of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, Clinical Service Delivery with 0 Year of relevant experience

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9. Job Title: Maternal and Child Community Health Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

Support the district in the implementation of program
Work with district in regular evaluation on Maternal/Reproductive and Child health
Programs performances at the districts level.
Support the community in the Reduction of Neonatal and childhood illnesses
Prepare timely report of Maternal/Reproductive and Child health and submit to the Director of 6. Unit;
Support of districts in Strengthening the capacity of community health workers to provide quality community health services.
Support districts in strengthening the capacity of decentralized health structures for programmer design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of community health.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Community Health, Global Health, Clinical health with 0 Year of relevant experience

Master's Degree in Public Health, Global Health, Community Health, Maternal and Child Health with 0 Year of relevant experience

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10. Job Title: Clinical Case Management Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

Ensure the implementation and monitoring of malaria case management activities at decentralized level.
Ensure the assessment of malaria case management activities at health center level.
Ensure the availability of malaria case management guidelines/policy at central level and their dissemination at decentralized level.
Participate in the supervision of local partners involved in malaria case management activities.
Supervise activities done by partners involved in malaria case management at all levels and health facilities.
Prepare the monthly report of malaria case management done through routine activity at decentralized level, private and referral hospitals.
Supervise all malaria case management activities at decentralized level.
Ensure the communication and collaboration with other units/departments under the Division.
Organize and coordinate all malaria case management intervention’s assessments, evaluation and research.
Publish articles on malaria case management best practice in national and international journals once per year.
Provide technical support to the district hospitals in training and supervision of malaria case management activities;

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health, Global Health, Epidemiology with 0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in General Nursing, General medicine with 0 Year of relevant experience

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11. Job Title: Director of Medical Equipment Unit

Job responsibilities

Drive and control all phases of operation and maintenance of medical equipment, hosting a team of professionals and ensuring the efficiency and quality of services provided.
Plan, organize and manage the implementation of activities concerning the management and maintenance of medical equipment: planning, procurement, installation and commissioning, maintenance, security, equipment monitoring, framing his team.
Participate in and oversee the commissioning of new medical devices and equipment by monitoring the implementation of regulations and obligations.
Analyze in coherent way the technical needs associated to the exploitation of the majority of the medical devices used for, whether it is in maintenance or in new work.
Assure the quality control and the safety on the majority of running medical devices.
Plan, manage and communicate the preventive and corrective actions in new work, maintenance and quality control on the majority of running medical devices.
Contribute to have mastery of the majority of medical devices and to the continuous improvement of their performance.
Realize preventive and curative maintenance on the majority of medical devices.
Follow-up the activities realized by outside contributors.
Contribute in the elaboration and follow-up of all the documents dealing with the activities of medical substructures
Make the expertise of the majority of medical devices.
Contribute to elaborate regularly the technical reports and other reports.
Contribute to other activities of MMC according to the needs.
Delivers comprehensive evaluation of direct reports complete with development plans followed up by active coaching; ensures that staff under him/her are evaluated and developed

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Medical Equipment Technology with 3 Years of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment Technology, Clinical Engineering with 1 Years of relevant experience

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12. Job Title: Lab Biotechnologists for Bacteriology

Job responsibilities

Prepare culture, identification and transportation media
Perform tests for bacterial epidemic diseases
Data entry and analysis of data
Participate in preparation of panels for national EQA
Participate in EQA program
Supervise and train lab personnel on Bacteriology tests within laboratory network
Prepare and distribute transport and conservation media for diagnosis of epidemic bacteria to lab network
Prepare annual and periodical reports
Carry out other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology. Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Microbiology with 0 Year of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Microbiology with 0 Year of relevant experience

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13. Job Title: Biochemistry Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

a)Plan for all activities related to the clinical chemistry section

Plan for all the activities related to the clinical chemistry section

b)Ensure the management of the stock and consumables within the section.

Take periodic inventory of reagent stocks and lab consumables for the Lab section
Prepare and submit the requisition on time

c)Ensure the good functioning of equipment within the service

Follow-up on scheduled equipment maintenance, service and repairs

d) Participate in biomedical research studies

Participate in operational research organized by other institution
Conduct own researches related to the section.

e) Participate in training related to the service

Supervise and train lab personnel on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs)
Participate in different trainings related to the service to improve his/her knowledge
Continuous assessment & evaluation of the staff put at his disposal especialy during the approbation period

f)Active participation in accreditation process activities

Participate in EQA program
Implement Lab Quality Control programs
Elaboration of SOPs and other document related to service

g)Prepare periodical (quarterly and annual )reports and submit them to the supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology with a Biomedical Laboratory Sciences background with 0 Year of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Clinical Chemistry with 0 Year of relevant experience

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14. Job Title: Toxicology Senior Officer

Job responsibilities

Ensure preventive maintenance and the good functioning of equipment within the service
Ensure the management of the stock and consumables within the section.
Maintain continuous quality control and quality assurance procedures
Participate in biomedical research studies done within the service
Participate in training of district laboratory technicians and supervision in supervision & mentorship of district hospitals and HC laboratories.
Perform tests according to the SOPs
Prepare reports of trainings and supervisions done and submit them to the supervisor
Ensure safety precaution and hygiene in the laboratory
Maintain proper records of tests performed
Accomplish any other task if needed.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health, Biochemistry, Toxicology with 0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology with a Biomedical Laboratory Sciences background with 0 Year of relevant experience

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15. Job Title: Genomics/ Omics Specialist

Job responsibilities

Conduct a knowledge based analysis of scientific literature and databases related to various topics, including cancer biology, somatic variants, and related therapeutic clinical efficacy, including clinical trials; or genetic sequencing or detection of microbial pathogens, including clinical trials Works independently, utilizes resources available to maximize efficiency.
Work with technical team, bio-informaticists and information technology to enhance workflow efficiency and robustness.
Actively participate in training new employees.
Will be cross-trained to work in all areas of the Division.
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and guidance documents and ensures that compliance of standards is maintained.
Assist in the development and implementation of next-generation preparatory methods, new tests, procedures, and instrumentation with the help of Laboratory Directors, Analytical Specialists and technical support.
Develop, verify, write, and update procedures as necessary.
Analyze all sequencing data, including alignment, variant calling, copy number variation and annotation; and germline comparison, according to assay performance characteristics and bioinformatics pipeline.
Troubleshoot and assists in problem resolution.
Write interpretive clinical reports relevant to the patients' molecular profile in a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments and College of American Pathologists compliant manner.
Delivers comprehensive evaluation of direct reports complete with development plans followed up by active coaching; ensures that staff under him/her are evaluated and developed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Cellular Sciences with 3 Years of relevant experience
Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Cellular Sciences with 1 Years of relevant experience

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16. Job Title: Strategic Information Specialist

Job responsibilities

Design and implement robust data management systems to streamline data collection, storage, and retrieval processes for research projects.
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with data protection regulations.
Conduct advanced statistical analyses of research data, including but not limited to descriptive statistics, inferential analysis, and predictive modeling.
Interpret research findings and provide actionable insights to inform research strategies.
Develop regular and ad-hoc reports to communicate research outcomes, progress, and impact to internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with researchers and project managers to tailor reports for specific audiences.
Implement data quality assurance measures to identify and address errors or discrepancies in research data.
Validate and verify data accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track the progress and performance of research projects.
Conduct periodic evaluations to assess project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
Create clear and visually compelling data visualizations, dashboards, and infographics to facilitate data communication and understanding.
Present research data and insights effectively to diverse audiences.
Collaborate with researchers, data analysts, and stakeholders to support their data-related needs.
Provide training and capacity-building sessions to enhance data literacy and analytical skills within the division.
Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and data protection regulations in all data-related activities.
Obtain necessary approvals from ethics committees for data collection and analysis.
Perform other duties as required by the organization and its strategic information objectives.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Statistics, Public Health, Data Science, Mathematics, Epidemiology with 1 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science with experience in in the health sector with 3 Years of relevant experience

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17. Job Title: Diseases Monitoring Officer

Job responsibilities

Very close liaison with data scientists and IDSR focal people at district level for surveillance information
Deployment of electronic data collection and transmission systems in the field
Training of district front liners staff in epidemics surveillance data use
Preparation of epidemiological surveillance reports and reporting requirements and templates
Support surveillance teams at the subnational level in generating and using information (Monitoring use of data at all levels, Monitoring use and utility of dashboards)
Design and execution of related and other scientific studies to elicit additional information
Use of statistical packages for additional interrogation of existing IDSR and EBS surveillance data
Any other related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health, General medicine with 0 Year of relevant experience
Master's Degree in Global Health, Field Epidemiology & Laboratory Training Program (FELTP) with 0 Year of relevant experience

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18. Job Title: Driver Team Leader

Job responsibilities

Drive RBC SAMU Vehicles
Work according to the assigned driving schedule and duties
Ensure safety of people and vehicles
Report any mechanical issues promptly to responsible personnel.
Inspect RBC vehicles before trip.
Inspect RBC vehicle documents to check for expiration and report if any documents are near expiration dates.
Adhere to the Rwandan traffic laws, respect speed limits.
Adhere to RBC policies regarding the use of vehicles.
Report any accidents.
Maintain vehicles clean.
Maintain logbook for the mileage & fuel consumption.
Keep packages and couriers safe and secure to avoid loss or damage.

Qualifications

Driving License Category B, C or D with 0 Year of relevant experience

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19. Job Title: Communication And Dispatch Team Leader

Job responsibilities

Develop policies, strategic and action plans of SAMU which must be approved by the ISMM and GSMM coordinating and overseeing their implementation;
Oversee clinical protocols, research, and quality improvement of SAMU.
Organize regular performance evaluation of SAMU staff.
Develop internal regulations, standard operating procedures, ethical and legal procedures
Prepare quarterly and yearly SAMU action plans and related reports
Approve and oversee efficient and effective management and utilization of finances, infrastructure and human resources of SAMU
Oversee mobilization strategies of resources, planning and implementation of its strategies, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to attract partners and managing all documentation relating to resources mobilization;
Effectively manage SAMU staff according to human resources management policies approved with accordance to existing laws and regulations;
Advise/alert the top leadership of MoH on the need of activating emergency response plan during MCI or any emergency event requiring SAMU.
Activate the plan of emergency air evacuation during emergency medical event.
Serve as link between the SAMU, the MOH and emergency and disaster stakeholders both locally and internationally

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in General Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Community Health, Anesthesia with background in Public Health with 0 Year of relevant experience

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20. Job Title: Strategic Advisor In Charge Of Programs

Job responsibilities

To establish, in conjunction with other senior managers, and then to monitor, clear performance targets, both quantitative and qualitative, for RBC, which will significantly improve operational performance. To monitor delivery of these targets and to take steps to address any inadequacy.
To ensure that the performance of RBC is efficient, effective and delivered within budget and strategic thinking.
To contribute to the RBC strategy through a thorough, current understanding Health Sector priorities, growth opportunities, including sources of sustainable funding.
Follow up on the SMT recommendations and timely enforce actions related to all RBC programs/Divisions
Follow up on resolutions from meetings with partners and advise DG on appropriate actions
To follow up and / or update on Key Performance indicators for Operational Services and to provide comprehensive monthly reports to the Director General.
Understand and scrutinize all partnerships action and operational plans including the content of MoUs and contracts between RBC and partners
Analyze biannually partners and clients’ satisfaction
Effectively implement strategic planning initiatives, Use analytical thinking to make critical decisions and follow up, Build consensus among conflicting points of view through active discussions and advance RBC's stability through change and risk management.
Play an active role in grants negotiation and follow up
To provide professional leadership to the rest of staff at all levels throughout RBC
To raise the profile and reputation of RBC by working closely with partners in the health sector and other Government institutions.
To maintain an evidence-based culture, which is person centered, commands the confidence of RBC clients, and promotes multi-disciplinary and cross organizational working.
To contribute to the RBC Talent Management processes, supporting staff with identified potential to realize and achieve their full potential within the Institution.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health, Global Health, Epidemiology with 1 Years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in General medicine with 3 Years of relevant experience

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