Job Description 

• Performing laboratory tests to produce reliable and precise data to support provision of the continuum of HIV treatment services.
• Preparing Dried Tube Specimen (DTS) panels for IQC and EQA (Proficiency testing) to support HTS on the project.
• Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses.
• Preparing specimens and samples.
• Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment.
• Maintaining personal expertise in clinical laboratory practice and innovative technology and equipment.
• Ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked with relevant consumables.
• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks within and around the laboratory.
• Working with the project team to develop and implement quality assurance systems to improve the quality of diagnostics and facilitate treatment and monitoring of HIV.
• Supporting the development of project work plans and budgets to incorporate the procurement of equipment and supplies for laboratory services.
• Supporting the use of emerging and appropriate technology for cost-effective service delivery.
• Supporting the design and implementation of innovative strategies for delivering needs-based training and mentoring for clinic staff in relevant areas.
• Supporting implementation and monitoring of biosafety and biosecurity in clinical service delivery, including the development of SOPs, guidelines and job aids.
• Produce computerized records to interpret and archive laboratory results to be presented to clinic staff and project team for informed decision making.
• Provide support to the Strategic Information (SI) unit to support research (qualitative and quantitative) surveys on service delivery outcomes for HIV prevention, care and treatment.
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports to ECEWS on monthly and quarterly basis or as required.
• Carry out any assignment as may be decided by the Clinical Supervisor.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
• Valid Certificate to practice as Medical Laboratory Scientist with MLSCN mandatory.
• 2 years’ experience in a practical setting.
• Knowledge and experience in design, implementation and management of laboratory services in HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, Reproductive health and other related emerging chronic and contagious diseases will be an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and database applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.