A reputable public institution invites applications from suitable qualified, experienced result-oriented persons for the following position: Principal Programme Officer, Vaccine Manufacturing

Job Purpose

• To provide senior professional and supervisory support for implementation technical assessment and monitoring of programmes and initiatives aimed at developing domestic vaccine and sera manufacturing capacity

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical input into formulation and review of vaccine manufacturing policies, programmes and technical guidelines
• Supervise implementation, monitoring and evaluation of assigned programmes and activities
• Coordinate technical assessment of proposals relating to domestic vaccine manufacturing
• Coordinate technical engagement with relevant regulatory authorities on assigned manufacturing programmes
• Support collaboration with researchers, manufacturers and other technical stakeholders involved in vaccine and sera development
• Coordinate implementation and monitoring of approved technology transfer activities
• Analyze technical and programme information and prepare recommendations for management consideration
• Supervise collection, maintenance consideration
• Supervise preparation of annual and periodic performance reports
• Supervise and appraise subordinate staff
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Director

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a master's degree in Life Sciences, Biomanufacturing, Chemical Engineering or any other related disciplines from an accredited tertiary institution
• Membership of a relevant and recognized professional body, where applicable
• A minimum of 6 years post Bachelor's relevant work experience in a reputable institution

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should submit:

• Application letter
• Detailed Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Copies of relevant academic and professional

Applications should be submitted via email to:

elkanahephpha@gmail.com

Applicants should state 'Principal Programme Officer, Vaccine Manufacturing' as the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 23 September, 2024