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Laboratory Technologist ,Tanzania Red Cross Society (TRCS)

The incumbent will be attached at the zonal center where s/he will work with zonal lab staff to screen all blood collected at the center including blood collected from TRCS regions. S/he will liaise with regional teams on receiving/delivery time for blood samples from the regions. S/he will ensure the turnaround time for test results is maintained.
Reports to: Lab Technologist & Regional Blood Safety Coordinator
Roles and Responsibilities:
Liaise with regional teams to transport/receive blood/samples through courier system from regions to zone
Perform blood screening, processing in collaboration zonal lab staff
Ensure quality of all procedures
Keep proper data records
Ensure timely availability of test results to the regions

Knowledge
Diploma/Certificate in Laboratory technology.
Experience, Skills

Minimum of two years of work experience in the laboratory is required
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Thorough knowledge and skills of basic laboratory services
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
A good team player and work under pressure
Computers skills is required

Application Instructions:

The successful candidate will sign a one year renewable contract
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email: info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:

The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.