The International Organization for Migration
(IOM) - 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.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist
(Technician)
SVN
No. SVN2020.062
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Organizational Unit: Humanitarian Hub (Isolation and Treatment Centre)
IOM Classification: G4
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) 6 months with possibility of
extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Under
the direct administrative supervision of the National Medical Officer and
technical supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the incumbent will be
responsible for technical and operation support to laboratory services
with respect to International Humanitarian Community (IHC) Isolation and
Treatment Centre in Maiduguri, Nigeria.
Core Functions /
Responsibilities
- Perform
laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for
pre-examination, examination and post-examination activities through the
use of the standard relevant equipment.
- Ensure
standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following
the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Adhere
to bio safety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of
oneself and others.
- Organize
and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and
timely delivery of results.
- Perform
quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as
required.
- Facilitate
in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate
equipment appropriately following SOPs.
- Facilitate
in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and
consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work.
- Facilitate
to maintenance of established system of organized record keeping and
information management for timely delivery of results, data collection,
analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation to
operational research.
- Participate
in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.
- Participate
in the improvement of the service system according to adopted work plan in
the laboratory.
- Perform
such other duties as may be assigned.
Required
Qualifications and Experience
- Completed
Bachelor's degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in
Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related
discipline.
- At
least two years of relevant laboratory experience in a busy institution,
preferably in a laboratory.
- Relevant
technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations.
- Computer
literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for
monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and
performance; and,
- Good
awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optimal use of
resources for quality and efficient services delivery.
·
Languages:
- Fluency
in English and working knowledge the local language Hausa / Kanuri.
Required Competencies
- The
incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and
competencies:
Values:
·
Inclusion and respect
for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences;
encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
·
Integrity and
transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent
with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
·
Professionalism:
demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and
exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
·
Core Competencies – behavioral indicators level 1:
- Teamwork:
develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to
achieve shared goals and optimize results in accordance.
- Delivering
results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented program and
timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed
outcomes.
- Managing
and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and
innovate.
- Accountability:
takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes
responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication:
encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains
complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
·
Other:
- Any
offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject
to guarantee funding confirmation.
- Only
candidates residing in the country of the duty station and within the commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment
will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for
appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and
security clearances.
- Women
with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Application Closing
Date
14th October, 2020.
How to apply
interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their Applications
via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating
position number on subject line
Note
·
In order for the
applications to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications with a cover
letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for application,
addressed to Human Resources, International Organization for Migration (IOM)
and with a subject line SVN2020.062 Maiduguri Laboratory Technologist
(Technician).
·
All applications
should include a functional email address, mobile numbers, and detailed
curriculum vitae (CV).
·
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
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