Duties: The successful candidates will be expected to: (i) procure medical laboratory supplies ensuring stock availability; (ii) plan and manage the utilization of laboratory equipment and supplies as per set protocols; (iii) set and monitor the functioning of laboratory infection control protocols; (iv) develop departmental policies and procedures aligned to the national and international medical laboratory policies and legislation including quality control; (v) review and approve laboratory budget estimates for submission to the Director(vi) develop educational materials for the UB community on laboratory tests and monitoring (vii) Collaborate with strategic partners, local and international agencies/bodies on technical cooperation. (viii) Supervise subordinates and monitors their progress through the performance management system (ix) prepare reports on services provided (x) laboratory data/information management (xi) and attend to any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements: Candidates should have: (i) BSc Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent (ii) Relevant master’s degree will be an added advantage. (iii) At least four (4) years’ experience working in a Medical Laboratory or working in a District and or National Referral Hospital, two (2) of the four (4) years should be at Managerial level; (iv) Working in a tertiary institution will be an added advantage
Qualities: Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication. Ability to work effectively with students, staff and family members, Ability to work independently to manage multiple priorities, Computer literacy.
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide any other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should quote the vacancy number of the position applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three (3) referees., and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Appointments and Administration, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355-2040/5731. Email: mfetane@ub.ac.bw or ramahobok@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should also inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position applied for and (ii) Submit their references directly to the address below before the stipulated closing date. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 205 at Block 108 (108/205).
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing date: 14 September 2023