Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Lab Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing borehole water, designing the whole filtration system according to the water test results, and monitoring the water quality of all INUMA™ minigrids. They will ensure the effectiveness of the filters through post-filtration testing and regular monitoring, maintaining a consistent approach to water quality management across all sites. The candidate will be required to follow instructions, use various testing tools and equipment, and maintain a safe and clean work area.
Key Result Areas
- Water Quality Testing: Ensure accurate and efficient testing of borehole water.
- Filter Design: Demonstrate the ability to design effective filters based on water test results.
- Post-Filtration Testing: Test water after filtration to prove filter effectiveness.
- Water Quality Monitoring: Monitor the water quality of all INUMA™ minigrids through monthly testing and quarterly laboratory analysis.
- Lab Management: Successfully manage the lab operations including ordering reagents, maintaining cleanliness, and obtaining necessary certifications.
All employees are expected to own their deliverables and take accountability in achieved results. This entails taking on a mix of tasks and responsibilities, an indicative few are listed below:
Responsibilities
- Testing borehole water after drilling and continuously monitor.
- Based on testing results design a filtration system that will remove contaminants and impurities. Results should meet specific standards.
- Managing a water quality testing laboratory including all aspects of operation, budgeting, ordering reagents, maintaining cleanliness, and working towards obtaining necessary certifications.
- Ensuring stock for reagents and testing kits is kept up to date.
- Testing water after the filtration system to prove the effectiveness of the filters.
- Monitoring the water quality of all INUMA™ minigrids by gathering monthly water quality testing data.
- Continuously improving and working on getting certification for the laboratory.
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Requirements
Hard Skills:
- Water Quality Testing: Ability to test borehole water accurately and efficiently.
- Filter Design: Proficiency in designing effective filters based on water test results.
- Post-Filtration Testing: Skills in testing water after filtration to prove filter effectiveness.
- Water Quality Monitoring: Experience in monitoring water quality through regular testing and analysis.
Soft Skills:
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring accurate testing and design of filters.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems that arise during the testing and design process.
- Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders about testing results and design choices.
- Time Management: Ability to efficiently conduct tests and design filters within a given timeframe.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field
- Alternatively, an associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field could be acceptable.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Water Quality monitoring
- 2+ years of experience in water quality testing and analysis
Benefits
This position receives consistent benefits as other Officer-level positions in Water Access Rwanda, as follows:
- A Net Take Home Salary of RWF 301,791 after deduction of PAYE, NSSF, Medical (RAMA) and other statutory deductions.
- An Additional RWF 100,000/month Retention bonus accessible monthly after the end of probation but awarded with a cliff of 3 years.
- Possibility of bonus, communication cards and other staff support services.
