Lab Technician

MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA) is a branch of MSI, a global, non-profit, and non-governmental organization headquartered in London, UK, and was established in August 2002 after registration with the Government of Afghanistan. MSIA follows the local mission statement of MSI: Improve Afghan women’s health and well-being so that they can, in turn, build strong, healthy families. Our vision is to be the organization that Afghan women seek out for high-quality, client-centered health care provided by women, for women.

We focus on reducing maternal mortality by providing quality and sustainable maternal-child health (MCH) and reproductive health (RH) services and information in 18 provinces of Afghanistan, namely Kabul, Balkh, Herat, Jawzjan Faryab, Nangarhar, Helmand, Kandahar, Baghlan, Kunduz, Badakhshan, Takhar, Samangan, Kapisa, Farah, Ghor, Bamiyan and Paktia in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) of Afghanistan. 

MSIA strives to enhance women's health outcomes in the aforementioned provinces by delivering vital reproductive and maternal-child health services through multiple channels such as centers, outreaches, the private sector, and MS Ladies (Family Health Houses).

• Provide standard laboratory examinations with high-quality and accurate results
• Registration and Keeping record of the examination result.
• Providing Technical reports to Clinic In charge
• Providing financial report of Lab. Income to (clinic in charge) accountant.
• Provide information and refer the clients to Doctor, Midwife or Family Planning for any patient who comes to health center.
• Follow up infection prevention procedures according to standard guidelines.
• Proper and safe usage of Lab equipment’s.
• Keeping and protecting Lab equipment against sunlight, electric shock, and other harms.
• Quick response in an emergency regarding your field.
• Receiving other jobs delegated from PC or clinic In-charge
• Check the quality of lab regents including expiry date
• Ensure children are not in your working space during official hours

It is a role requirement that the job holder must fully comply with, promote, and live MSI CORE VALUES:

• Mission-driven  
• Client-Centered
• Accountable
• Courageous 
• Resilient
• Inclusive

Qualification: 

• Diploma in Laboratory
• Demonstrated understanding of health system context and medical market (or similar) in Afghanistan.
• High level of written and oral communication skills in Dari, Pashto, and English, with a confident and professional manner.
• Proven ability to effectively work across teams and with support teams outside Afghanistan
• 3-5 years, preferably Health Providing National or International NGOs

Skills:

• Keen intellect with strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to make effective public presentations.
• Ability to work well with others in team environments
• Be able to satisfy the clients
• Should be able to work in deadline-driven/results-orientated atmospheres
• Strong people management skills
• Strategic guidance and planning skills
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities.

Attitude / Values:

• Committed to MSIA mission, vision, objective, and goal
• Friendly, team player
• Self-motivated and results-focused.
• Analytical and organized.
• Honest, reliable, and maintains confidentiality
• Avoid tribal, gender, religious, and Nationality discrimination.

Safeguarding:

MSI Reproductive Choices places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of MSI Afghanistan's efforts to address health, medical needs, and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, vulnerable adults, children, and maternal health.

MSI Afghanistan values maternal health and child protection, emphasizing that these groups are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. MSI Reproductive Choices is committed to protecting vulnerable adults and children from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse, involving MSI Afghanistan employees and related personnel.

MSI Afghanistan has a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. We take all concerns and complaints regarding sexual exploitation, harassment, abuse, and child abuse involving MSI employees and related personnel very seriously.

All MSI Afghanistan offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, the applicant confirms understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to fill out the MSI-A application form by clicking the link below and send a copy of their updated CV (no educational or job certifications) by the closing date.

Please note that MSI-A does not charge applicants any recruitment fees. MSI-A is an equal-opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity at all levels. MSI-A has a strict non-discriminatory policy in its hiring and selection processes. All applicants will receive equal consideration, and applicants from all ethnic, racial, and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please be aware that only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.