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
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