Laboratory Coordinator at Axios Foundation Nigeria (AFN)

Axios Foundation Nigeria (AFN) is a Not-for-Profit Organization dedicated to increasing access to quality Healthcare and building local capacity in the health sector in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Laboratory Coordinator

Location: Lagos

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate coordination with National Integrated specimen Referral Network (NISRN) state and IP level structures (State NISRN Focal Person, IP Lab Technical Directors, and Testing Lab Directors)
Ensure smooth implementation and ensure that any issues related to specimen transport logistics are logged and addressed, in line with technical direction and oversight provided by GHSC-PSM.
Responsible for documenting implementation challenges experienced by 3PLs, Health Facilities and/or State Health Officials
Provide recommendations to address any implementation challenges observed
Work with Implementing Partners (IPs) in each region to ensure the successful implementation and operationalization of the NISRN strategy based on the guidance provided
Responsible for documenting records of rejected specimen with reasons for rejecting the samples
Conduct spot check on the specimen pickup/drop off process from supported PCR and Referring facilities
Attend and take minutes/attendance at stakeholder’s meetings
Develop and maintain excel data base for NISRN in the State
Participate in the activities of the State Logistics Management Coordination Unit (LMCU)
Provide technical support and coordination to the Referring Health Facilities, PCR Laboratories and NISRN State and IP level structures.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science. Holder of Microbiology Degree with experience in health commodities logistics can also apply
Master in Public Health would be an added advantage.
3 – 5 years of relevant experience. Registered with MLSCN
Knowledge of packaging, handling and transportation of temperature sensitive and biological products
Knowledge of supply chain management and logistics
Knowledge of Laboratory Commodity Logistics or Health Commodity Logistics
Capacity to support health systems strengthening
Intermediate/Advanced Computer Skills to include the use of MS Office packages and Inventory Management Software
Ability to multi task, set priorities and work independently
Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
Fluency in written and oral English.