Laboratory Technologist Consultant at International Organization for Migration (IOM)
International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental andnon-governmental partners.
- IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for thebenefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Job Title: Laboratory Technologist Consultant
Project Context and Scope
The Migration Health Assessment Clinic (MHAC) Nigeria caseload has increased tremendously, over four-fold, in the last 2 years and has further expanded its operations.
- The consultant will support to carry out the below tasks to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries.
- Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
- Migration Health Division, Laboratory Unit.
Responsibilities
Tasks to be performed under this contract:
Ensure strict adherence to fraud prevention measures in all aspects of work performed for refugees/migrants.
- Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for pre-examination, examination, and post- examination activities using the standard relevant equipment.
- Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure strict adherence to bio-safety measures during specimen collection, laboratory procedures, disposing of, storing, and shipping of specimens, including the safety of oneself and others.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology, or a related discipline with at least two years of relevant Laboratory experience and valid License to practice in Nigeria.
Experience:
Previous work experience in a busy clinical laboratory, medical institution, International Organizations or NGOs.
- Training and experience in TB, HIV, STDs, and other communicable diseases testing is an added advantage.
- Experience working with laboratory data and records, including electronic health records, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and other software programs.
- Relevant experience and technical knowledge in laboratory equipment, personnel and laboratory operations and practice.
Skills
- Ability to work with Microsoft and Excel
Languages;
- For this consultancy, English Language is required.
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencie
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators:
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner.
- Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication.
- Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Location: FCT Abuja
Deadline: 19th June, 2026
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
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