MEDICAL LABORATORY SUPERVISOR AT MSF

Lab Supervisor Job

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📌 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – LABORATORY SUPERVISOR

Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF-OCA)
Location: Sokoto, Nigeria
Project: Noma & Emergency Response
Job Type: Indefinite
🗓️ Published: 26 May 2025
⏳ Deadline: 6 June 2025 – 5:00 PM

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🧪 Main Objective

To plan, organize, and supervise laboratory activities and staff according to MSF protocols, supporting accurate diagnosis and medical care.

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🔧 Key Responsibilities

• ✅ Participate in project planning and lab budgeting.
• ✅ Ensure hygiene, safety, and bio-risk protocols are followed.
• ✅ Perform lab tests: serology, hematology, biochemistry, bacteriology, parasitology.
• ✅ Manage lab equipment, cleaning, and supply chain to prevent stock-outs.
• ✅ Maintain cold chain for reagents and samples.
• ✅ Supervise and train lab staff in collaboration with HR.
• ✅ Use lab management tools like EpyTryp and send samples for external quality checks.
• ✅ Report lab results, equipment issues, and staff performance updates.

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🎓 Required Qualifications & Skills

📘 Education:

• Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.

💼 Experience:

• 2–4 years in lab work (minimum 1 year with an NGO).

🗣️ Languages:

• Proficient in English and Hausa (oral and written).

🖥️ Technical Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge: MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Leadership and management capabilities.
• Comfortable in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.

⭐ Core Competencies:

• People Management
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Commitment
• Stress Management
• Results Orientation

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📝 How to Apply

1. Complete the online application form here:
   Click to Apply

2. Submit your documents (CV, Cover Letter, Credentials) via email:
   ✉️ sokotojobs@oca.msf.org

   • Subject Line: LABORATORY SUPERVISOR

3. Important Notes:

   • Only online applications are accepted.
   • Submit only once – multiple applications will not be considered.
   • No transport/allowance is provided for interviews.
   • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
   • Documents sent will not be returned.

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👩‍🔬 MSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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