Position Title : Laboratory Specialist Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P1 Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : ASAP Closing Date : 26 May 2016
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:
Internal candidates
Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa
Context:
Under the direct supervision of the Migration Health Emergency Coordinator and overall supervision of the Health Programme Manager, the successful candidate will work in close coordination and collaboration with other members of the laboratory and health teams. S/he will be responsible for implementing all laboratory protocols and system of referrals, including evaluating laboratory services.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Assist the supervisor in organizing and implementing laboratory activities including providing on the job practical training to laboratory staff, arranging work rosters, and monitoring adherence to infection control and safety procedures as well as proper sample collection and referral of samples to the laboratory.
Provide data, inputs and feedback with respect to the expansion of the HIV and TB programmes nationally.
Travel to IOM health operational areas nationally for supportive monitoring and quality assurance of HIV and TB programmes.
Enter and maintain data in IOM specific laboratory databases and ensure that all testing is recorded and weekly reports are generated and sent to the Migration Health Programme Manager.
Perform laboratory testing for Tuberculosis, including:
a. Arrange for the collection of appropriate pathology specimens from appropriately registered clients, as requested by health clinicians. b. Prepare a laboratory specimen collection roster. c. Preparation of transportation arrangements including documentation and suitable packaging for specimens requiring follow-up testing at external laboratory facilities. d. Processing, smear preparation, and reading of collected specimens for Tuberculosis, by acid-fast stain. e. Application of appropriate molecular testing methods to identify Tuberculosis and viral load in specimens by GeneXpert.
Monitor laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure sufficient stock and timely purchase requests, and liaise with Regional laboratory service providers for procurement in South Sudan as may be required.
Liaise with the National TB Programme (NTP) South Sudan and the regional laboratory to facilitate internal and external Quality Assurance and Quality Control Systems in the laboratory for the tests done.
Liaise with the IOM regional laboratory, and other international laboratory facilities as required, for technical advice and support.
Conduct HIV testing and monitoring through:
a. Establish CD4 count testing; b. HIV viral load testing; c. Blood Biochemistry testing; d. And serology testing as required by the IOM Health Officers and Clinicians.
Assist in the coordination of, and participate in, awareness raising activities relevant to the lab, including commemoration of calendar days like World TB Day, World AIDS Day, etc.
Assist in the development of proposals and potential lab activities by carrying out research, providing technical inputs and drafting components of reports and proposals.
Attend coordination and stakeholder meetings as required, both in Juba and at the State level.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or • University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
• Experience in a busy laboratory; • Experience in installation & operation of GeneXpert is an added advantage;
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
Languages
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioral
• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others • Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders; • Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others. • Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; • Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter • Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation. • Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 26 May 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-…
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 13.05.2016 to 26.05.2016
Requisition: SVN 2016/57 (P) – Laboratory Specialist (P1) – Juba, South Sudan (54785405) Released Posting: Posting NC54801778 (54801778) Released