Provincial Integrated Specimen Transportation Coordinator

The Biomedical Research and Training Institute (BRTI) is implementing the Integrated Specimen Transportation (IST) program with funding from PEPFAR through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Global Fund, managed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC). The following position is vacant at BRTI in collaboration with MOHCC.

Duties and Responsibilities

➢ Support provincial MOHCC structures in planning, implementation and improving integrated specimen transport systems in collaboration with laboratory managers
➢ Provincial IST oversight in collaboration with MOHCC provincial structures
➢ Management of IST resources including fuel, service & maintenance of bikes
➢ Ensuring rider PPE is available all the time
➢ Compiling and timely submitting programme status reports
➢ Remote monitoring of rider operations through electronic systems
➢ Stakeholder engagement on IST activities
➢ Monitor IST indicators and follow up on corrective action in collaboration with lab managers and mentors e.g., rejections, bike functionality

Qualifications and Experience

✓ Qualification in Medical Laboratory Sciences
✓ Certification in Logistics, Transport Management and/or supply chain management/ ZILACoDs preferred.
✓ Previous experience in supporting the IST or similar projects, that is, planning, implementation and improving integrated specimen transport systems an added advantage.
✓ Computer literate and demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office
✓ Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, handle and protect sensitive data with integrity
✓ Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills