Salary $6,820,273-$9,172,509 per annum
JOB PURPOSE
To develop, manage and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive waste management programme to improve the management of waste from healthcare facilities.
To oversee the establishment and administration/management of all regional treatment facilities and collections systems, and develop, implement and monitor all requisite plans, manuals, procedures, tools and databases necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Management Administrative Responsibilities
- Design, develop and implement the waste management programme strategic plan, work plan and budget.
- Prepare and present monthly reports on the programme’s management, operational and financial status.
- Pursue funding opportunities from local and international institutions to implement waste management programme.
- Direct the management operation of all regional waste treatment facilities and collection systems.
- Coordinate with regional health authorities, healthcare facilities, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders to plan, develop, implement and monitor the regulatory framework, operational manuals, training programs, and procurement plans to effect proper management of healthcare waste.
- Develop, manage, maintain and monitor all documentations (manuals, guidelines, standard operating procedures, etc) to ensure that all healthcare facilities, treatment facilities and collection systems are in compliance with all pertinent government regulations.
- Collaborate and develop inter-sectoral linkages between relevant stakeholders to ensure effective programme implementation and sustainability.
- Liaise and coordinate with Government Agencies relative to permitting and compliance, and assist with any investigations or surveys or practices as appropriate.
- Manage and monitor all licenses and permits issued by Regulatory Agencies as they relate to all treatment facilities and collection systems.
- Manage and monitor all contracts pertaining to the implementation, operation and maintenance of the waste management programme and the regional waste treatment facilities and collection systems.
- Manage and coordinate education and training program for all stakeholders.
- Represent the Ministry locally and internationally at meetings, conferences, seminars relating to waste management and infection control issues or as directed.
Technical Professional Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance and advice to various groups as it relates to the management of healthcare waste.
- Develop, maintain and implement management, training, operation, maintenance, contingency and emergency response plans to effect the proper management of healthcare waste.
- Develop technical specifications and contract terms of reference for the procurement of goods, services and equipment pertaining to the establishment, operations and maintenance of the waste management programme and the regional waste treatment facilities and collection systems.
- Monitor the procurement process for the supply and installation of all medical waste treatment facilities and collections.
- Provide technical support with the development and review of the national policy, law, regulations and guidelines on medical waste management
- Develop, maintain and manage the monitoring and evaluation mechanisms on waste management activities at healthcare facilities and waste treatment facilities.
- Procure and monitor compliance with all relevant permits and licenses pertaining to the establishment and operation of the regional waste collection systems and treatment facilities.
- Develop and implement plans for the regionalized procurement of waste disposal supplies and equipment.
- Plan and conduct training workshops on healthcare waste management and infection control.
- Develop, manage and maintain the regional collection plan and schedules for all regional treatment and collection system.
- Plan, coordinate and implement periodic waste audit at healthcare and waste treatment facilities.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters degree in Waste Management, Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related subject.
- Five years working experience in the field of waste management at senior level.
Kindly visit the Ministry of Health & Wellness’ website (www.moh.gov.jm) for additional details on the job.