Laboratory Advisor at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation

KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against tuberculosis (TB), still the deadliest infectious disease in the world. KNCV is an international center of expertise for TB control that promotes effective, efficient, innovative and sustainable TB control strategies in a national and international context.  We are an organization of passionate TB professionals, including doctors, researchers, training experts, nurses and epidemiologists. We aim to stop the spread of the worldwide epidemic of TB and to prevent the further spread of drug-resistant TB.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Laboratory Advisor

Location: Nasarawa
Job Type: Full-time

Purpose of the Job

• The Laboratory Advisor will work in close collaboration with State laboratory quality assurance officers in ensuring effective and quality laboratory services in States within the Nasarawa Cluster: Nasarawa, Plateau, Benue and Taraba
• Hierarchically, The Laboratory Advisor reports to the Senior Laboratory Advisor TB LON 1&2

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to the TB LON Regions 1 & 2 activity in improving the laboratory systems as well as improving the use of laboratory-related data for decision-making.
• Support the development of TB laboratory strengthening/strategic plans within the context of national laboratory strategies.
• Provide support and technical assistance to sample transport networks and implementing mechanisms.
• Provide high-quality technical assistance to improve the implementation of the TB molecular tools.
• Coordinate and supervise TB LON Regions 1 & 2 supported laboratories to take initiatives to improve tuberculosis control through other TB laboratory technologies.
• In collaboration with the QA officer, LGATBLS, and other relevant stakeholders, support assessment and supervision of lab services in all LON-supported labs.
• In collaboration with National Reference Laboratories, ensure retrieval of all culture results and ensure documentation on patients’ records.
• Builds capacity of HCWs and partner organizations through training and mentorship.
• Stay up-to-date on international and local developments in the field of TB policies reviewing relevant literature.
• Liaise with State Quality Assurance Officer in facilitating quality expansion of TB diagnostic tools
• Periodically evaluate laboratory methods and procedures.
• Perform research for the purpose of testing and evaluating laboratory methods, devising new procedures, and simplifying existing tests.
• Serves as a resource and technical consultant to local physicians, local clinical and hospital laboratory personnel and health department staff in laboratory and testing issues.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of lab quality management activities
• Provide direction and facilitate efficient workflow in all departments of the laboratory
• Participate on behalf of KNCV TB Nigeria in relevant technical meetings.
• Perform other additional duties assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• A Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences and related fields (an MPH would be an advantage).
• A minimum of 5 years’ working experience in TB and/or HIV programs.
• Experience in working with: HIV & TB program, USG projects, or any development partner.
• Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills, and willingness to travel across the country and, if required, at short notice.
• Competent with laboratory operational plan development, implementation, and evaluation of results.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to identify and develop relevant areas of work.
• Able to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible, and engaging manner.
• Able to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible, and engaging manner. 

What do we offer?

• A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
• Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
• An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
• A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
• Frequent capacity building and training.
• KNCV Nigeria has its own employment conditions scheme.

Application Closing Date
9th December, 2025.