Laboratory technician
Qualifications of Laboratory technician:
- Location: Conakry, Guinea
- Vacancy No: 28111
- Salary: N/A
- Organization: UNDP United Nations Development Programme
- Deadline: 8/09/2025
Brief details about Laboratory technician:
About
Information about the organization that has offered the job:
United Nations personnel may be exposed to various health risks. The Laboratory Technician could mitigate these risks by providing better health services to personnel and their dependents.
The Laboratory Technician of the United Nations Clinic carries out his duties under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer of the United Nations Clinic.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Management of the United Nations Clinic laboratory to ensure efficient operation of daily functions;
- Regular maintenance of all laboratory equipment according to manufacturers’ technical specifications;
- The rapid and effective resolution of all problems related to the performance of the laboratory;
- Proper reporting of problems to the equipment supplier’s after-sales service;
- Efficient communication and coordination with the maintenance technician and timely facilitation of on-site service are required;
- Ensure the protection of the handling of biohazardous materials in accordance with international standards;
- Collect blood samples while applying infection prevention measures and international biosafety standards;
- Collect and label urine and sputum drops for various tests in accordance with international biological safety standards;
- Perform all laboratory tests as requested by the Clinic Physicians in a prompt and professional manner;
- Sterilize instruments and containers according to biological safety standards;
- Contribute to the organization and implementation of health promotion and monitoring programs;
- Carry out diagnosis and laboratory tests using available equipment and instruments;
- Transmit test results to Physicians in a timely manner;
- Ensure confidential management of laboratory analysis reports;
- Ensure the disposal of biomedical waste according to international biosafety standards in coordination with Doctors and Nurses.
Administrative tasks:
- Ensure proper management of reagent reserves; keep an inventory of laboratory supplies and ensure that supplies are always replenished and adequate;
- Arrange for off-site testing for UN personnel upon request;
- Keep records of all work done in the laboratory and provide a statistical report on laboratory activities.
Skills
- Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgment to understand how interdependent elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how changing one element may impact other parts of the system;
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and unambiguously through both written and verbal communication; adapt messages and choose communication methods according to the audience;
- Ensure compliance of programme activities with the ethical rules and principles of the United Nations, by guaranteeing transparent and efficient management of the financial and human resources mobilized;
- Know how to position the Organization’s brand image and maintain its quality.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Diploma in Medical Laboratory required.
Experience:
- Minimum three (03) years of experience as a Laboratory Technician.
- Proven experience as a Laboratory Technician;
- Proficiency in IT tools and common software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Knowledge of United Nations administrative procedures would be an asset;
- Be able to work in a team in a multicultural environment;
- Excellent organizational, analytical, communication and writing skills.
- Have mastery of French;
- Working knowledge of English would be desirable.
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Right to select multiple candidates
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.