Technicien(ne) de Laboratoire

Yaoundé

Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
Location: Yaoundé
Grade: Administrative support - GS-5, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
Closing Date: 2025-01-02

BACKGROUND

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

 UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Under the supervision of the UN Clinic Health Manager or his/her nominee and within delegated authority, the Laboratory technician will be responsible of Laboratory management, Laboratory testing, Health promotion, Lead for waste management and administrative duties.

POSITION PURPOSE

KEY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.) Ensures Laboratory management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Ensure that the laboratory tests reports are managed in a timely, promptly, and confidential manner. Ensure regular maintenance of all laboratory equipment following the technical specifications of the equipment manufacturers. Promptly address issues with regards to quality of laboratory testing and maintenance to ensure the best quality of diagnostic services.
2.) Ensures Laboratory testing focusing on achievement of the following results:
Attend to the UN Clinic laboratory to ensure smooth operation of the day-to-day functions. Performs all laboratory tests as requested by the UN Clinic Physician in a prompt and professional manners. Draws blood samples applying international sterilization and bio safety standards. Autoclave and sterilize the instruments and containers following international standard of bio safety.
3.) Ensures Health promotion, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Participate in planning, organizing, and implementing preventive health services as well as health promotion activities at the UN Clinic. Support education of staff members and families during health campaigns. Plan for conducting external laboratory tests for UN staff when required.
4.) Ensures Lead for waste management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Ensure appropriate disposal of hazardous material following international standards of bio safety in coordination with the UN Health manager, doctor and nurse.
5.) Ensures administrative duties, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Keep written record of laboratory assets and protocols. Recommend procurement of laboratory supplies and equipment and ensure that inventory is kept updated. Participate in the preparedness and response to cooperate protocols such as business continuity plans.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the laboratory and the unit.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology is required.

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Medical Analysis option would be an asset.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

List:

Minimum (5) years of continuous clinical experience in laboratory sciences with a minimum of (3) years in managing laboratory sciences in UN Clinic is required.
Experience in use of computer and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) with an excellent practice of UN medical platform Earthmed is required.
Proficiency in carrying out hematology, chemical pathology and microbiology tests is an asset.
Mastery of sampling techniques
Collection of biological samples in compliance with international sterilization and biosafety standards.
Previous UN medical system experience is desirable.
Fluency in French and /or in English is required.

Expected Demonstration of Competencies

Core

Achieve Results:	LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:	LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously	LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility	LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination	LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner	LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion	LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area	Name	Definition
Ethics	UN policy knowledge - ethics	Ethics UN policy knowledge - ethics Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
Business Management	Customer Satisfaction/Client Management	Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.

KEYWORDS

Ethics and integrity
Initiative
Team
Communication
Learning and sharing

DISCLAIMER

Female candidacies are strongly encouraged.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Workforce diversity
UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We strongly encourage female candidacies.

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