Technical Advisor - Laboratory Services at APIN

Job Description

• The jobholder will assist in the design, planning and implementation of laboratory services and laboratory related activities at the state level

Job Task

• S/he will Compile, analyze and monitor trends on the functionality and optimization of all Molecular and Clinical laboratory services as well as laboratory related activities
• Support the implementation of Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement and the deployment and institution of appropriate corrective and preventive action respectively.
• S/he will assist in the evaluation of laboratory methods and procedures; and conduct of periodic laboratory system assessment and review of activities.
• Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the Integrated Sample Referral Network and an efficient biosafety and infection control program across all supported healthcare facilities and communities.
• Assist in the development and adaptation of required guidelines/standards for related laboratory services. The job holder is also responsible for the functionality of all laboratory information systems and linkage to EMR.
• Responsible for the design, implementation and monitoring system to assure an efficient documentation of lab documents and records.
• Prepare progress reports of laboratory activities, lab program implementation and lab quality issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• A valid certificate to practice as Medical Laboratory Scientist mandatory.
• 10 years’ experience in implementing Public Health programs preferably in the NGO context.
• Experience in a molecular laboratory would be an added advantage.