National Integrated Specimen Referral System Officer at Amref Kenya

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for the collation and analysis of information from all the network, manage feedback and complaints from the network
• Take charge of the general administration of National ISRS for the Ministry of Health
• Take charge of the general administration of National ISRS for the Ministry of Health
• Liaise with all the stakeholders to ensure that ISRS resources are mapped and facilitate the resupply of commodities to the country
• Coordinate Quarterly stakeholders’ review meetings on ISRS activity implementation and operationalization
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including IPC standards, Biosafety and biosecurity through ongoing training and adherence to established protocols.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and review quarterly report from the county ISRS focal persons
• Serve as the primary point of contact for specimen-related inquiries from internal departments, external partners, and clients
• Maintain detailed records of specimen transfers, including chain of custody documentation, tracking logs, and incident reports
• Generate regular reports on specimen volume, turnaround times, and quality metrics for management review
• Stay informed about relevant regulations and guidelines governing specimen handling, transportation, and privacy

Education and experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Laboratory Sciences with integrated results-based management as applied in the health sector as one of the areas of expertise
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in laboratory management; experience working with national and counties, especially in program implementation
• Officer should be registered and a valid a license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB).
• Strong knowledge and work experience in planning and implementing sample transportation strategies including monitoring and evaluation is required.