Location:

Guinea-Bissau
Salary:

$10,530 - $14,130 / YEAR
Job type:

FULL_TIME
Posted:

2 months ago
Category:

Biology and Life Sciences, Facility and Security Services, Healthcare, Maintenance
Deadline:

29/07/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

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.

UNDP is the UN’s global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in about 170 countries and territories, working with national counterparts on solutions to global and national development challenges.

UNDP partners with the host government, civil society including the business community, the United Nations system, the development partners, and other development actors to help the country achieve sustainable development including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, accelerating structural transformations for sustainable development and building resilience to crises and shock.

Present in Guinea-Bissau since the signature of the Cooperation Agreement with the Government of Guinea-Bissau on 29 June 1975, immediately after its independence, the UNDP Country Office in Guinea-Bissau has been the lead partner providing support to the Government in the areas of good governance, sustainable, inclusive, and resilient development, working for a future that offers equality, dignity, and opportunities for all. Key Programme focus areas are: a) governance: constitutional review, rule of law, local governance structures, empowering women, youth and civil society; b) promoting inclusive economic growth: poverty reduction, providing decent work, food security, and the structural transformation of the economy through economic diversification, digitalization and innovation, value chain development and market support systems; c) climate change adaptation, disaster risk management and mitigation, preservation, and development of biodiversity; and d) health and social protection

The UN Clinic laboratory Technician performs his/her functions under the guidance and direct supervision of the Medical Doctor In-Charge of the UN Clinic. The UN Clinics operate under the general supervision of UNDP on regards of all administrative matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

Management of the UN Clinic laboratory to ensure smooth operation of the day-to-day functions;

Ensure safe handling of bio-hazardous materials in compliance with the international standards and practices;
Draws blood samples applying international sterilization and bio safety standards;
Collects and labels urine, stool and sputum samples for different tests following international bio safety standards.
Perform all laboratory tests as requested by the Medical Doctor in promptly and professional matter;
Autoclave and sterilize the instruments and containers following international standard of bio safety
Report in a timely fashion result of tests to the Medical Doctor;
Ensure that the reports are managed in timely, promptly, and confidential manner
Ensure proper management of reagents stock; Keep an inventory of laboratory supplies and ensures that the supplies are always replenished and adequate.
Make arrangements for outside laboratory tests for UN staff when required;
Keep records of all work done in the laboratory and provide statistical report in regard to laboratory activities.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

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: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies :

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 fulfill 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.

Business Direction and Strategy –Effective Decision Making

Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with ones authority, area of expertise and resources

Skills and Experience

Education:

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technician

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Laboratory technology is required.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) is required.
Experience in Personal Protection Equipment application during any procedure performance is required

Language requirements::

Fluent Portuguese is required. Good working knowledge of French and/or English) is desirable. Knowledge of Creole is an asset.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section:

Previous working, in health facility with well-organized laboratory is desired.
Proven experience and good knowledge of the microscopic examination is advantageous.
Experience of the using all laboratory machines.
Working experience within UN agency is an asset.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

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.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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ABSTRACT:

United Nations Development Programme UN Clinic Laboratory Technician Guinea-Bissau UNDP Jobs 2024

United Nations Development Programme looking for “UN Clinic Laboratory Technician”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 29-Jul-24.

The United Nations Development Programme has published a job vacancy announcement on 15/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of UN Clinic Laboratory Technician to be based in , Guinea-Bissau. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org

Company Name: United Nations Development Programme

Job Title: UN Clinic Laboratory Technician

Duty Station: , Guinea-Bissau

Country: Guinea-Bissau

Application Deadline: 29-Jul-24

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