Laboratory Specialist at Kenya Medical Supplies Authority

The following opening has arisen within the Authority's Quality Assurance Department as a result of operational requirements.

GRADE:    SA4

TERMS OF SERVICE: Contract

BASIC SALARY:    As per scale

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager; the job holder will have the following responsibilities:

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participate in evaluation, review and submission of reports for tenders for laboratory Health Products and Technologies (HPT's).
• Follow up on post-distribution surveillance for laboratory HPT's in the field.
• Conduct quality checks on procured laboratory HPT's.
• Support in the quantification and requirements for laboratory HPT's.
• Liaise with County Health Teams for specifications of required Laboratory =is.
• Participate in various County forums on matters related to laboratory HPT's.
• Receive, label and analyze laboratory samples (chemicals, equipment etc.)
• Design and execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings.
• Conduct experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Undertaking risk management for the department.
• Any other duties as shall be assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Suitable candidates should possess the following qualifications, knowledge and experience:

• A Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Bio-Chemistry.
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Must have at least five (5) years' work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
• Must be a registered member of the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and
• Technologists Board (KMLTTB) and in good standing.

DESIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Team player
• Ability to communicate effectively