SPECIAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (SVN)

Open to Internal & External CandidatesVacancy No.IOM-SVN/0104/22Position TitleLaboratory Technologist (Technician)Duty StationAddis Ababa, EthiopiaClassificationG4 ( 2 positions)Type of AppointmentSVN, Six months with possibility of extensionEstimated Start DateAs soon as possiblePosting Period26.07.2022 – 09.08.2022

Organizational Context and Scope

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 the principles of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), an active commitment by organizations engaging in direct assistance to populations in need of aid, to use power responsibly by taking account of, giving account to and being held to account by the people they seek to assist. IOM Ethiopia is committed to involve people affected by crisis and other destabilizing factors in key decisions and processes that impact them and have effective communication and feedback channels that engage diverse members in a community, especially those most vulnerable and marginalized. AAP promotes people-centred approach that reinforces the broader accountability of the organization to all stakeholders including donors, governments and Member States.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal & External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

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 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

1.     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.

2.     Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

3.     Adhere to biosafety measures adopted in the laboratory, minding the safety of oneself and others.

4.     Organize and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.

5.     Perform quality control activities for assigned stations and document results as required.

6.     Facilitate in maintenance of laboratory equipment in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.

7.     Facilitate in laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work.

8.     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.

9.     Participate in the development and updating of SOPs as needed.

10.  Participate in the improvement of the service system according to adopted work plan in the laboratory.

11.  Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

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

Experience & Skills 

·       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.

·       Very good communication and interpersonal skills.

Languages

·       Fluency in English is required.

·       Working knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Values and 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: maintains 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

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with only detail CV written in English through CLICK HERE on or before August 09 2022. Please indicate the position title, vacancy number and the duty station in the subject line of your application letter. (Application for Laboratory Technologist (Technician), SVN/0104/2022, based in Addis Ababa). No photocopies of educational/training certificates are required at this stage; applicant who doesn`t follow the required application procedure will automatically be disqualified from the competition.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!