Location: | Fajara - The Gambia |
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Salary: | Grade 2a of MRCG at LSHTM’s payscale at a minimum net monthly salary of 93,787 Dalasi. This converts to a minimum take home pay of $1,377.20 approx per month using the prevailing Dalasi/USD exchange rate. |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 10th July 2024 |
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Closes: | 17th July 2024 |
MRC Unit The Gambia (MRCG) at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is a leading research centre in sub-Saharan Africa. Research is carried out by three major Research Themes (Disease Control & Elimination; Vaccines & Immunity; and Nutrition & Planetary Health) that benefit from the core‐supported strategic platforms and of the research services. Disease Control & Elimination investigates the interactions between hosts, pathogens and vectors; and evaluates interventions aimed at interrupting transmission and/or reducing the burden of diseases.
MRCG is a faculty of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, a world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health whose mission is to improve health and health equity in the UK and worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and practice.
The Head of Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) will provide strategic leadership in health, safety and environment across the MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM in establishing HSE framework, robust systems, and processes for the effective management of HS&E across the Unit.
The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in any medical science-related programme or Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management, a post-graduate qualification or certification in Environmental Management plus proven work experience in HS&E at a senior position in a large organisation. Significant experience of working in a scientific research environment in addition to knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislations are also key requirements.
The appointment will be up to 31st March 2027 initially and will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
The salary will be paid in Grade 2a of MRCG at LSHTM’s payscale at a minimum net monthly salary of 93,787 Dalasi. This converts to a minimum take home pay of $1,377.20 approximately per month using the prevailing Dalasi/USD exchange rate.
Please note that the salary will be paid in Dalasi and that the USD figure quoted is only given as a guide.
For displaced staff the package will include rent-free furnished accommodation, flights, displacement allowance for spouse and children, contribution to school fees and shipment of personal effects.
To apply, please visit www.mrc.gm and proceed to the careers page to complete an online application.
We cannot accept applications from individuals who are currently, or in the last six months, employed by The Gambia Government.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 17th July 2024.
MRCG at LSHTM is an equal opportunities employer and operates a strict no smoking policy..
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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