Epidemiologist

MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND SOCIAL SECURITY OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INSTITUTE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security established under the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 36 of 2010, has its main Offices situated in Kitwe with two branch offices in Solwezi and Lusaka. In addition to the 3 centres, the Institute also offers occupational health and safety (OHS) services to all the sectors throughout the country on outreach basis. The Institute is looking for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions;

EPIDEMIOLOGIST [1 POSITION]

JOB OBJECTIVE

To collect and analyze Epidemiological OHS data in order to investigate health issues related to employees in all work places for decision making.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect and analyse OHS data to ensure timely preparation and submission of OHS Epidemiological Surveillance Reports in order to facilitate decision making.
• Coordinates and undertakes timely occupational epidemiological research to inform OHS policies, standards and risk management activitie
• Develops and reviews timely Epidemiological Surveillance Systems in order to enhance data collection and analysis.
• Undertakes fitness for work assessment of employees at the station and outreach as well as surveillance of employee’s health.
• Undertakes teaching and training in OHS of students in order to impart knowledge and skills
• Coordinates and undertakes regularly public occupational health programmes in order to enhance OHS awareness.
• Coordinates effectively the development of work plans in order to facilitate monitoring and evaluation of performance of the Unit and individuals.
• Supervises effectively utilization of human and other resources in the department in order to attain set objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent
• Minimum Vocational/Professional Qualifications: MBChB or equivalent,
• MSc in Epidemiology or MPH (Epidemiology/Biostatistics) Qualification in OHS will be an added advantage
• Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience: 5 years working experience in the similar field
• Registered Member of the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
• Valid Practicing License
• Computer literate with knowledge of statistical- analytical software like Epi-Info, STATA, SPSS
• Able to write comprehensive and analytical reports
• Analytical, Team Player, Innovative and Leadership qualities

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 21 March 2025

For any queries contact the Institute on the following number: +260 750 125258 or +260 764836633

Candidates should send a cover letter, Educational & Professional Qualifications and a detailed C.V to;

The Director

Occupational Health and Safety Institute

P.O. Box 20205