Temporary Laboratory Technologist – Dreams IE II Project at African Population And Health Research Center (APHRC)

Roles and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be involved in the following activities:

• Obtaining blood samples from participants for HIV test
• Conducting HIV testing to project participant
• Dispatching results to HIV Testing Services (HTS) counsellor for referral/linkage to care and treatment services to participant
• Coordinate issue of blood samples to National Public Health Laboratories for further testing according to standard operating procedures
• Complete the relevant project HIV Testing Services (HTS) tracking forms
• Keep updated records of work
• Maintain and safeguard all assigned project documents and equipment
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level and placing orders for suppllies
• Report in a timely manner project related issues to the supervisor for quick and effective troubleshooting
• Undertake other related activities assigned by the supervisor and project manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma  in  Laboratory  Science  from  an  institution  recognized  by  Kenya  Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
• Registration certificate and valid practicing license issued by KMLTTB
• Proficiency in computer applications g. Ms Word, Excel etc.
• Excellent report writing skills
• Have strong interpersonal and communications skills-fluent in English and Swahili (oral and written).
• Experience working in informal settlements
• Must be available full time for training and during the entire study period

Deadline : 29th April 2022