MRC Laboratories, the gambia

nurse

(severe penumonia studies)

Applications are invites from suitably qualified Gambians for a 3 years appointment as a Nurse for the Severe Pneumonia Studies, Bacterial Diseases Programme. The successful candidate will be based at MRC Fajara/ Basse and will be required to provide research -standard inpatient nursing  care and work in the community when required.

We seek someone with:-
*  A Minimum of 5 O’Level or WASSCE with credits in English language and Mathematics
*  State Enrolled Nurses (SEN) Certificate or higher.
*  Good written and spoken English
*  Excellent communication skills.
*  Ability to perform, supervise, monitor and train others in the severe pneumonia study team on sample collection and handling.
*  Ability to deal sensitively with patients.
*  Ability to keep neat and precise records.
*  Ability to work cooperatively in a team
*  Ability to speak at least two local languages.
*  Ability to ride a motorbike and hold a valid motorbike license is an advantage.
*  Willingness to work flexi- time if required.

Salary will be paid in Occupational Group B3/C1 depending on qualification and experience plus allowances.

We cannot accept applications from people who are currently, or in the last 6 months employed by the Department of State for Health.

To apply, please complete the standard MRC application form, which is available at the Human Resources Office and attach photocopies of qualifications and any other relevant documents. All applications should be clearly labelled and addressed as follows:

   Human Resources Office
   Vacancy: Nurse (Severe Pneumonia Studies)
   Atlantic Road, Fajara
   P.O.Box 273
   Banjul
   Email: hr@mrc.gm

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Monday 5th May 2008.

MRC is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Only short -listed candidates will be contacted.

AUTHOR: DO