The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) is recuiting to fill the following position:

1.) Deputy Director, Biosafety
2.) Principal Biosafety Officer
3.) Senior Biosafety Officer
4.) Biosafety Officer
5.) Assistant Biosafety Officer
6.) Senior Biosafety Officer, Laboratory
7.) Assistant Biosafety Officer, Laboratory
8.) Senior Laboratory Technician
9.) Senior Biosafety Officer PRME
10.) Finance Officer
11.) Assistant Finance Officer
12.) Senior Human Resource Officer
13.) Human Resource Officer
14.) Senior Administrative Officer
15.) Assistant Administration Officer
16.) Records Officer
17.) Procurement Officer

 

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) exercise general supervision and control over the transfer, handling and use of genetically modified organisms(GMOs).

The National Biosafety Authority is an agency under the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology and Innovation.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Deputy Director, Biosafety
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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2.) Principal Biosafety Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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3.) Senior Biosafety Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collates relevant data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
• Establishes a system for the receipt and processing of applications;
• Provides inputs for the establishment of administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
• Collects relevant information for the drafting of permits and associated terms and conditions in consultation with the legal unit;
• Provides inputs for the preparation of draft communication on relevant matters to applicants, TAC, other experts and the public;
• Verifies clients’ compliance with approval conditions;
• Leads in the inspection of facilities;
• Leads in the investigation of complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
• Facilitates the performance of enforcement activities in collaboration with key stakeholders;
• Collates inputs for use by Regulatory Agencies for their inspection and compliance activities;
• Conducts public education and sensitization on the Unit’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
• Facilitates the building of industry capacity in biosafety inspection;
• Provides inputs for the development of project proposals for the Unit(s);
• Provides inputs for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s);
• Provides inputs for the preparation of 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 four (4) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience 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.
• Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
• Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
• Good networking skills.
• Good leadership and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good strategic planning.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Guidance and counselling.
• Proposal writing skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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4.) Biosafety Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the collection of relevant data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
• Collects and collates data for the establishment of administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
• Collates data for the preparation of draft communication on relevant matters to applicants and the public;
• Participates in the verification of clients’ compliance with approval conditions;
• Inspects facilities;
• Investigates complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
• Facilitates the performance of enforcement activities in collaboration with key stakeholders;
• Collects inputs for use by Regulatory Agencies for their inspection and compliance activities;
• Facilitates the conduct of public education and sensitization on the Unit’s activities in
collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
• Facilitates the building of industry capacity in biosafety inspection;
• Collates data for the development of project proposals for the Unit(s);
• Collates data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s);
• Collates data for the preparation of 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 one (1) year relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience 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.
• Knowledge in biosafety enforcement procedures.
• Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
• Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
• Good networking skills.
• Good leadership and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good strategic planning.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Guidance and counselling.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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5.) Assistant Biosafety Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects relevant data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
• Collects data for the preparation of draft communication on relevant matters to applicants and the public;
• Participate in the inspection of facilities;
• Facilitates the investigation of complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
• Facilitates the conduct of public education and sensitisation on the Unit’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
• Collects data for the development of project proposals for the Unit(s);
• Collects data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s);
• Collects data for the preparation of annual work plan and budget of the Unit(s).

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution;
• Must have completed National Service;
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication skills.
• High integrity and good ethical standards.
• Team player.
• Knowledge in biotechnology and biosafety.
• Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Basic monitoring and evaluation skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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6.) Senior Biosafety Officer, Laboratory
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collates data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Undertakes forensic investigation and testing of toxicology on GM foods and crops;
• Maintains laboratory equipment;
• Participates in the conducts of routine analysis of GM foods, plants and other related products for safety;
• Develops and maintains an analytical data bank on regulated GM products;
• Maintains an up-to-date compendium of analytical methods;
• Maintains appropriate health, safety and environmental conditions for testing in the laboratories;
• Installs, validates/verify, maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment;
• Provides input for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Provides input for the preparation of the annual work plan and budget of the Unit;
• 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 four (4) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience 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.
• Knowledge in relevant Conventions and Treaties.
• Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
• Good networking skills.
• Good leadership and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good strategic planning.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Guidance and counselling.
• Proposal writing skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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7.) Assistant Biosafety Officer, Laboratory
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Facilitates the testing of toxicology on GM foods and crops;
• Maintains laboratory equipment;
• Facilitates the conducts of routine analysis of GM foods, plants and other related products for safety;
• Provides inputs for the maintenance of an analytical data bank on regulated GM products;
• Provides inputs for the maintenance of an up-to-date compendium of analytical methods;
• Maintains appropriate health, safety and environmental conditions for testing in the laboratories;
• Installs, validates, maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment;
• Collects data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Collects data for the preparation of the annual work plan and budget of the Unit.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution;
• Must have completed National Service;
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication skills.
• High integrity and good ethical standards.
• Team player.
• Knowledge in biotechnology and biosafety.
• Knowledge in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) operations.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Basic monitoring and evaluation skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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8.) Senior Laboratory Technician
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements the maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment;
• Carry out routine inspection of the laboratory environment for identification of various health hazards;
• Facilitates the safety and cleanliness of the laboratory;
• Repairs basic laboratory equipment;
• Fabricates laboratory equipment and accessories;
• Remove unserviceable and obsolete laboratory equipment.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of an HND/University Diploma in Engineering, Physical Sciences or other related disciplines from an accredited tertiary institution or any other related disciplines.
• Must have completed National Service.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Preventive maintenance skills.
• Knowledge in Metal Works.
• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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9.) Senior Biosafety Officer PRME
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collates relevant data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
• Facilitates public education and sensitisation on the Unit’s activities;
• Develops research and project proposals;
• Implements research findings and projects;
• Supervises the collation of data for the development of operational policies, guidelines, checklists and Standard Operating Procedures;
• Conducts impact assessment of projects;
• Provides inputs for the preparation of scientific/technical research projects for ethical approval;
• Participates in the monitoring and evaluation of the Authority’s activities;
• Collates data for the development of the strategic and other plans for the Authority;
• Prepares the 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 Planning, Statistics or Monitoring and Evaluation or any other related discipline;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution;
• A minimum of four (4) years relevant post Bachelor’s degree work experience in a relevant organisation;
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership, mentoring and management skills.
• Communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Good research and analytical skills.
• Good monitoring & Evaluation skills.
• Knowledge of project and programmes management.
• High integrity and good ethical standards.
• Team work, inter-personal and collaboration skills.
• 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 skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good strategic planning.
• Attention to details.
• Proposal writing skills.
• Guidance and counselling.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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10.) Finance Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the collection of data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Directorate;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual budget for the Directorate;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual budget for the Authority;
• Complies with the provisions of the financial management laws, regulation and other fiscal policies;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual financial report of the Authority;
• Collates data for the analysis of financial report;
• Checks all financial vouchers and relevant documents before payments are made
• Maintains appropriate ledgers;
• Implements financial recommendations contained in audit reports;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports for the Directorate;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting or other related disciplines;
• A minimum of Level II qualification from a recognised and relevant professional body (e.g. ICAGH, ACCA, CPA or CIMA);
• A minimum of one (1) year post- Bachelor’s degree or its professional equivalent relevant work
experience;
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge in financial management laws, regulations and fiscal policies.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• High integrity and good ethical standards.
• Knowledge in Administrative Procedures.
• Report Writing.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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11.) Assistant Finance Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements programmes and activities of the Directorate;
• Collects data for the preparation of annual budget for the Directorate;
• Complies with the provisions of the financial management laws, regulations and other fiscal policies;
• Collects data for the preparation of annual financial reports of the Authority;
• Collects data for the analysis of financial reports;
• Implements financial recommendations contained in audit reports;
• Collects data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports for the Directorate.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following
fields: Finance, Accounting or other related disciplines.

OR

• A minimum of Level II qualification from a recognised and relevant professional body (e.g. ICAGH, ACCA, CPA or CIMA).
• Must have completed National Service.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority, in collaboration with the Public
Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge in financial management laws, regulations and fiscal policies.
• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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12.) Senior Human Resource Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collates data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements and monitors the programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Maintains and updates the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) for the Authority;
• Collates data for the preparation of the organisational design and HR planning of the Authority;
• Provides inputs for the development of a mechanism for recruitment, placement, promotion, succession planning and the smooth exit of staff;
• Collates data for the preparation of employee compensation and benefits schemes;
• Implements programmes and activities relating to employee wellbeing and conducive work environment;
• Implements directives relating to disciplinary matters;
• Facilitates training, learning and development activities;
• Provides inputs for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Provides inputs for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following fields: Business/Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Social Sciences or other related disciplines.
• Must be a member of a recognized professional body.
• A minimum of four (4) years post-Bachelor’s degree relevant work experience in a reputable organisation.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Good strategic management skills.
• Good knowledge in Labour laws and regulations.
• Good knowledge in Administrative procedures.
• Good leadership, networking and management skills.
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Negotiation, lobbying and conflict management skills.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• High integrity and good ethical standards.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor.
• Knowledge in financial management law and regulations.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good Report writing skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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13.) Human Resource Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the collection of data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Collates data for the preparation of organisational design and HR planning;
• Implements employee compensation and benefits schemes;
• Implements programmes and activities relating to employee wellbeing and conducive work environment;
• Collates data for the development of a mechanism for recruitment, placement, promotion, succession planning and the smooth exit of staff;
• Implements directives relating to disciplinary matters;
• Facilitates staff training, learning and development activities;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Collates data for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following fields: Business/Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Social Sciences or other related disciplines.
• Membership of a relevant professional body will be an advantage.
• A minimum of one (1) year post-Bachelor’s degree relevant work experience in reputable organisation.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority, in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Knowledge in Labour laws and regulations.
• Knowledge in Administrative procedures.
• Report writing skills.
• Leadership, networking and management skills.
• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor.
• Knowledge in financial regulations.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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14.) Senior Administrative Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collates data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements and monitors the programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Facilitates the organisation of meetings, seminars, conferences and workshops;
• Provides inputs for the development of administrative systems and manuals;
• Supervises the allocation of resources to support the activities of the Authority;
• Collates data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Authority;
• Prepares the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Prepares the budget and work plan of the Unit;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following fields: Business/Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Social Sciences or other related disciplines.
• Membership of a relevant professional body would be an advantage
• A minimum of four (4) years post-Bachelor’s relevant work experience.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Good strategic management skills.
• Good knowledge in Labour laws and regulations.
• Knowledge in Administrative procedures.
• Good leadership and networking skills.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Negotiation, lobbying and conflict management skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor.
• Knowledge in financial management laws and regulations.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Good report writing skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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15.) Assistant Administration Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements programmes and activities of the Unit;
• Facilitates the organisation of meetings, seminars, conferences and workshops;
• Collects data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Collects data for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit;
• Covers and produces minutes of meetings;
• Drafts routine correspondence.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any of the following fields: Business/Public Administration, Social Sciences or other related disciplines.
• Must have completed National Service.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Knowledge in relevant IT applications.
• Basic knowledge in Labour laws and regulations.
• Reading skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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16.) Records Officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the collection of data for the formulation of policies;
• Implements records management programmes and activities of the Authority;
• Collates data for the development of guidelines, procedures and processes on the management of records of the Authority;
• Maintains documented information of the Authority;
• Manages the records of the Authority;
• Oversees the storage and retrieval of records;
• Collates data for the preparation of budget and work plan for the unit;
• Collates data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution in Records Management, Information Studies, Archival Studies or any other relevant field.
• A minimum of one (1) year post Bachelor’s Degree relevant work experience in a reputable organisation.
• Must pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Authority, in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Good Knowledge in Records Management
• Knowledge in relevant laws and regulations in Records Management
• Networking and Monitoring skills
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor
• Quantitative and Analytical skills
• High integrity and good ethical standards
• Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge in relevant IT application

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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17.) Procurement Officer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the collection of data for the formulation of policies;
• Collates data for development of the procurement manual and procedures;
• Conducts market surveys to identify sources of supply;
• Prepares the annual procurement plan;
• Prepares notices and other related tender documentation in line with the procurement plan;
• Prepares tender documents and advertisements;
• Prepares contract notices to successful tenderers and inform unsuccessful tenderers accordingly;
• Collates data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports on the procurement functions to the Public Procurement Authority through the Head of Entity;
• Manages stores in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations
• Facilitates the effective management of the procurement process;
• Collates data for the preparation of the budget and work plan of the Unit;
• Collates data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit;
• Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement Management, Purchasing & Supply or any other related field from an accredited tertiary institution.
• Must be a member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or any recognized professional procurement body.
• A minimum of one (1) year post-Bachelor’s degree relevant work experience in a reputable organisation.
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent knowledge in the Public Procurement Act.
• Knowledge Public Financial Management Laws and Regulations.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Public Administration System.
• Knowledge of physical and chemical properties of materials.
• Good knowledge in Strategic Management.
• Leadership and networking.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Good Contract Management.
• Knowledge in material handling, logistics, warehousing and custom clearance.
• Knowledge of inventory procedures and guidelines.
• Quantitative, Qualitative and Analytical skills.
• Good knowledge in conflict management.
• Good knowledge in labour laws and regulations.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor.
• High integrity and good ethical standards
• Good negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge in IT applications.
• Knowledge in Administrative Procedures.
• Report writing skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CVs to:

National Biosafety Authority (NBA)
Box WY 669,
Kwabenya-Accra

Or email to: info@nba.org.gh

Notes:

Hard copies of applications should be submitted at the NBA Secretariat located on the campus of graduate School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, GAEC, near Kwabenya Police Station

GPS: GE-291-8394

Closing Date: 12 October, 2020

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