Job Title: Laboratory Services Coordinator (1 position)
Reporting to: Prevention, Care and Treatment Advisor
Supervises: None

Purpose of the job: To support the strengthening of laboratory services for quality HIV and TB care at the MJAP-supported health care facilities.

1. Support provision of HIV tests and related laboratory tests
2. Support the provision of laboratory tests to patients with Advanced HIV Disease
3. Maintain adequate amounts of laboratory testing supplies for HIV and related tests
4. Support implementation of Laboratory Management Quality Systems (LQMS) or SLMTA/SLIPTA at all the
   supported laboratories
5. Coordinate technical support to the laboratories through trainings, mentorships and support supervision.
6. Prepare and submit routine laboratory progress reports.
7. Coordinate the referral of specimens for Viral Load, EID and other tests to the Central Public Health Laboratories and their results retrieval from the download system.
8. Participate in resource mobilization to support MJAP organizational sustainability.

Qualifications and job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical laboratory technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution
•  Possession of a relevant post graduate training preferably in Health sciences, public health or related field
  is desired
• A minimum of four (4) years of post-qualification experience of laboratory work, with at least one or more in a senior laboratory management position.
• Three years’ experience working with district lab systems
• The applicant must have registration with the Allied Health Professional Council
• Proven ability to lead and guide strategic planning and development with MoH, manage technical implementation of proposed project initiatives.
• Proven ability to provide technical guidance to Ministries of Health and their laboratories systems in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of HIV/AIDS services
• Highly self-motivated, able to work under minimum supervision
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good training, facilitation, coaching and mentorship skills• Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously

Financial, Anti- Fraud, Safeguarding and Risk Management Clause:

MJAP enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy against fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment
in all program areas. All employees must uphold high ethical standards and ensure transparency and fairness, in
line with MJAP Human Resource policies. In your role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the organization’s
financial integrity and supporting effective safeguarding and risk management practices. Key responsibilities include.

• Financial Accountability: Uphold MJAP’s commitment to financial integrity by effectively managing resources
  and accurate reporting of expenditures. Ensure responsible and transparent resource management in compliance with organizational standards and donor requirements and take ownership of any discrepancies that arise.
• Safeguarding: Uphold the organization’s dedication to protecting vulnerable populations, including beneficiaries, staff, and volunteers. This includes identifying, reporting, and addressing safeguarding issues per established policies. Your role is essential in fostering a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved in our programs.
• Risk Management: Actively identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to program implementation and
  operations.
• Collaborate with teams to create and maintain risk management plans in line with organizational policies.
  Regularly review and update practices to address new challenges or changes in the operational environment.

MJAP is dedicated to inclusion and diversity, evaluating all job applicants solely based on merit, regardless of race,
gender, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, or disability. As an equal opportunity employer, MJAP
does not charge applicants at any stage and is not responsible for losses from fraudulent recruitment activities.  All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clearly stating the position applied for in the Subject line.
Combine all your application documentation, i.e. cover letter, CV & academic documents, into one PDF with
names/contact details of three referees including the immediate Supervisor addressed to: The Human
Resources Manager, Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP). Email: recruitment@mjap.mak.ac.ug NOT later than Thursday, 19th November 2026, at 3:00 pm. For details about advertised position, please visit the website of Makerere University Joint AIDS Program. Consider your application unsuccessful if you don’t hear from us by 15th December 2026. Offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references including but not limited to appropriate background checks, criminal records, and previous employment findings of fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. Please ensure that your attachments do not exceed 25 MB. We do appreciate your interest in working with MJAP, however, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.