Lab Technologist (White Nile) – MTI

Job Description

Organization	Medical Teams International
Job Title	Lab Technologist
Supervisor	Health Manager / Technical: Medical Coordinator
Location	White Nile Field base Facilities
Closing Date	26 Jan 2025

Medical Teams International (MTI), in partnership with UNHCR, WFP, and other donors, collaborates with the MoH , HAC and CoR, and other relevant government authorities to ensure access to and utilization of quality health and nutrition services for refugees and host communities across MTI health facilities .

Medical Teams International are looking for qualified Lab Technologist to serve as the technical focal point for establishing, leading, supervising, and planning all laboratory activities within the primary healthcare services/facilities. This includes managing laboratory supplies, equipment, reagents, and medical devices, as well as TB equipment and devices. The incumbent will also play a important role in supporting outbreak/disaster preparedness and response efforts within the state/region.

Duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

 Laboratory Management: 

• Oversee the daily operations of the laboratory, including specimen collection, processing, and testing.
• Ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, and calibration of all laboratory equipment and devices.
• Manage the inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables, including TB-related equipment.
• Always ensure the availability of essential laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all laboratory activities.

Technical Guidance & Supervision: 

• Provide technical guidance and supervision to laboratory staff at all six health facilities.
• Conduct regular on-the-job training and capacity-building sessions for laboratory staff.
• Monitor the quality of laboratory services and ensure adherence to national and international quality standards.
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.

Data Management & Reporting: 

• Collect, compile, and analyze laboratory data.
• Prepare regular reports on laboratory activities, including data on testing volumes, turnaround times, and quality control results.
• Share relevant data with MTI staff, MoH, and other relevant stakeholders.

 Outbreak Response: 

• Participate in the development and implementation of outbreak preparedness and response plans.
• Assist in the rapid diagnosis and reporting of outbreaks of infectious diseases.
• Provide laboratory support for outbreak investigations and control measures.
• Ensure the availability of necessary supplies and equipment for outbreak response.

Collaboration & Coordination: 

• Collaborate closely with clinicians, midwives, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the integration of laboratory services into the overall patient care pathway.
• Work closely with the MoH and other relevant stakeholders to coordinate laboratory activities and ensure adherence to national guidelines.
• Participate in relevant meetings and workshops to stay updated on best practices in laboratory medicine.

Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, Medical Technology, or a related field. 
• Three years of relevant experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory techniques, including microscopy, hematology, biochemistry, parasitology, and microbiology.
• Experience in managing laboratory operations, including inventory control, equipment maintenance, and quality control. 
• Experience in training and supervising laboratory staff. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Proficiency in English and Arabic 
• Experience working in humanitarian settings or resource-constrained environments is highly desirable

KNOWLEDGE

• Experience in TB laboratory diagnostics. 
• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems. 
• Knowledge of relevant international health standards and guidelines.

SKILLS

• Skilled in project planning and monitoring 
• Skilled in data analysis and report writing. 
• Skilled in mentorship and delegation to develop a collaborative team 
• Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook 
• A good command of both written and spoken English. 

ABILITIES

• Keen desire to build capacity of staff. 
• Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in situations which require a high degree of 
• diplomacy 
• Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy. 
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

Note: This position may involve working in challenging and sometimes uncomfortable conditions, including: 

• Long hours
• Exposure to infectious diseases
• Limited access to resources
• Basic living conditions 
• This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

All Applicant Should Submit their CVs to Kosti Labor Office.