Job description
– Receiving and ensuring proper storage of test samples, chemicals, materials and reagents;
– Prepare and standardize solutions, materials and reagents used in laboratory analyses;
– Carrying out tests, interpreting results and calculating uncertainties of measurement especially in cases of marginal test results
– Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports;
– Participating in the development of new test methods in liaison with the Lead officer
– Maintain inventory of laboratories equipment;
– Maintain the assigned equipment using the manufacturer’s instruction or the applicable work instruction;
– Establish a maintenance plan and request for its implementation.
– Participate in quality control programs and prepare statistical reports;
– Implementing and participating in review of the laboratory quality system.
– Preparation of proposal of technical specification of equipment spares parts and laboratory consumables for purchase;
– Participation in evaluation of new equipment after commissioning
– Maintaining inventories of laboratory supplies.
– Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
0 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences
0 Year of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Resource management skills
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Analytical skills
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Problem solving skills
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Decision making skills
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Time management skills
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Risk management skills
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Results oriented
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Digital literacy skills
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Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
