Posted on: Fri 23-04-2021

International Organization for Migration (IOM) - Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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.: SVN2021.037

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Organizational Unit: Migration Health Assessment Center

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 supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) the incumbent will be responsible for technical support to laboratory services with respect to Migration Health Assessments (HAP) and other programmes implemented by the IOM Migration Health Division in country in Abuja, Nigeria. In particular, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

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 biosafety 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.

Education

Completed Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline

Experience:

• 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.
• Good awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optimal use of resources for quality and efficient services delivery.

Skills:

Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performance; and,

Required Competencies

Behavioural:

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following 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 - behavioural indicators level 2:

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented 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:

• Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station and within  commuting  distance of the duty station will be considered.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, confirmation of all documents, and security clearances.

Application Closing Date

4th May, 2021.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected]  using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

And

Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note

• 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 SVN2021.037 Abuja Laboratory Technologist (Technician),G4.
• All applications should include a functional email address, mobile numbers, and detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
• Please note that this position is open only to Nigerian Nationals only.

---

---