International Organization for Migration (IOM), Laboratory Assistant Jobs Vacancy

a
possibility of extension)

1. Ensure
   collection of sputum specimens for testing in migration related health
   assessments.
2. Prepare
   specimens and arrange transport for follow-up testing as required.
3. Liaise
   with National Reference Laboratory of Rwanda on test requirements and
   timely result reporting as well as to monitor that quality assurance
   measures are taken for the testing of all specimens accordingly as per the
   IOM MHD Technical instructions.
4. Follow
   up on invoice timely submission from external laboratories( NRL and
   others)
5. Strictly
   follow all anti-fraud measures for specimen collection
6. Perform
   serological testing for the migration health programs including both
   screen and confirmatory testing
7. Carry
   out the sterilization processes for the laboratory reagents and waste
   disposal
8. Timely
   process of laboratory specimens and result posting, including
   Pre-Departure Medical Screening result posting.
9. Strictly
   follow all safety guidelines and instructions including the use of PPE.
10. Strictly
    follow all Standard Operating Procedures SOP’s for testing conducted
11. Liaise
    with the Regional Laboratory Specialist in order to monitor quality
    assurance measures for the collection and testing of all specimens
    according to IOM guidelines and inform supervisor of any discrepancy.
12. Maintain
    an electronic database for all IOM laboratory testing.
13. Perform
    Gonorrhea testing
14. Perform
    any other duties that may be assigned by from time to time.

• High
  school diploma in Medical Laboratory Science with 4 years’ of relevant
  professional experience; or
• Bachelor
  Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with 2 years of relevant professional
  experience.

• Minimum
  of four years’ work experience in a Medical Laboratory environment.
• Training
  and experience in TB, HIV, STDs and other communicable diseases testing is
  an added advantage.

• Mature
  individual, able to work independently, effectively and harmoniously with
  colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds at all
  levels.
• Tolerant
  individual with ability to work with migrants at all ages and from
  different background and with flexibility and able to work on overtime,
  when requested
• Capable
  of working under stressful and difficult conditions.
• Demonstrated
  ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing
  responsibilities.
• Previous
  work experience with an international organization and NGOs dealing with
  refugees would be a strong advantage
• Proficiency
  in computer skills, especially in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access) and
  experience in working with databases and online applications.

• Accountability
  – Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies;
• Client
  Orientation – Establishes and maintains effective working relationships
  with clients;
• Continuous
  Learning- Demonstrates interest in acquiring skills relevant to other
  functional areas;
• Communication
  – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
• Creativity
  and Initiative – Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems;
• Leadership
  and Negotiation – Convinces others to share resources;
• Planning
  and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed
  priorities for self and others;
• Performance
  Management – Provides constructive feedback to colleagues;
• Professionalism
  – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities;
• Teamwork
  – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team
  environment;
• Technological
  Awareness – Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient
  technology solutions.