Laboratory Technical Specialist | Anova Health Vacancies

Anova Health Vacancies – Laboratory Technical Specialist

We’re seeking a skilled Technical Specialist to lead the implementation of Anova’s Clinic-laboratory Interface (CLI) activities. This role is pivotal in enhancing diagnostic processes within health facilities and ensuring the delivery of cost-effective, high-quality services that align with the 95-95-95 Strategy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Oversight:

• Provide leadership and oversight on clinic-laboratory aspects of the program.
• Supervise the implementation of Anova’s clinic-laboratory support activities at the facility level, in alignment with project workplans and the 95-95-95 strategy.

Technical Support:

• Offer technical assistance to facilities, sub-districts, and districts regarding the implementation of CLI activities as per the 95-95-95 facility and sub-district implementation plan.
• Provide Technical Assistance (TA) to HIV testing teams and Anova staff to ensure successful implementation of HIV testing Quality Assurance, HIV Rapid Test Quality Improvement Initiative (RTQII), and Proficiency Testing at Anova-supported sites.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify and establish working relationships with critical program stakeholders, such as district laboratory coordinators and NHLS personnel.
• Collaborate closely with Anova HIV testing program managers and coordinators.
• Maintain functional relations with all internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Health and other partners.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Undertake any other tasks as agreed with the line manager.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Technology or relevant qualification.
• HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist.
• Over eight years of post-qualification working experience.
• Previous experience working with the Department of Health and donor-funded organizations preferred.
• Good knowledge of HIV/ART/TB related policies and guidelines.
• Willingness to travel within districts or supported facilities, both locally and nationally.
• Ability to facilitate training, mentoring, and coaching.
• Flexibility, perseverance, and resilience.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Good project management skills.
• Solution-driven and self-motivated.
• Excellent knowledge of laboratory results interpretation.
• Proficiency in MS Office.