Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates Principal Biosafty Officer at National Biosatey Authority

• Company: National Biosatey Authority
• Location: Ghana
• State: Accra
• Job type: Full-Time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Supervises the collation of relevant data the formulation of policies;
2. Supervises the implementation of programmes and activities of the Unit(s);
3. Supervises the establishment of a system for the receipt and processing of applications;
4. Facilitates the meeting and other activities of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC);
5. Establishes administrative mechanisms for the appropriate handling and storage of documents and data in connection with the processing of applications;
6. Collates relevant information for the drafting of permits and associated terms and conditions in consultation with the legal unit:
7. Prepares draft communication on relevant matters to applicants, TAC, other experts and the public;
8. Provides inputs for the establishment of a system for the handling of confidential information;
9. Collates applications for the declaration of confidential business information 10. Enforces compliance with approval conditions:
10. Supervises the inspection of facilities; 12. Supervises the investigation of complaints and breaches of terms and conditions;
11. Liaises with stakeholders in the performance of enforcement activities;
12. Facilitates the inspection and compliance activities of Regulatory Agencies; 15. Conducts public education and sensitization on the Unit’s activities in collaboration with the Public Relations Unit;
13. Builds industry capacity in biosafety inspection;
14. Develops project proposals for the Unit(s);
15. Prepares annual and other periodic reports of the Unit(s); 19. Prepares the annual work plan and budget of the Unit(s);
16. Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff.

QUALIFICATIONS AND 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

Method of Application

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