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Laboratory Manager - DRC - French proficiency mandatory

Médecins Sans Frontières

Published

28 Sept 2026

Country: Democratic Republic of the CongoOrganization: Médecins Sans FrontièresClosing date: 25 Oct 2026LABORATORY MANAGER – EBOLA EMERGENCY POOLPURPOSEDefining, implementing and monitoring all laboratory activities in the project area including management of relevant staff, according to MSF protocols in order to ensure the quality of the laboratory workWHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR LABORATORY MANAGER IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO – EBOLA EMERGENCY RESPONSEAvailable for deployment within the next 3 months for your first rotation of 12-16 weeks, followed by a mandatory 21-day post-deployment monitoring period.French proficiency (at least B2)Experienced in Ebola response, VHF, outbreak, or emergency response (strong asset)Flexible and adaptable in fast-changing environmentsResilient under high-pressure humanitarian conditionsCommitted to teamwork and MSF principlesReady for remote and resource-limited field settingsEssential laboratory technician diploma, desirable specialization or training in tropical diseases or other laboratory domainsAt least 2-year experience as a lab tech. Also, desirable experience in developing countriesAccountabilitiesParticipating in the definition and update of the laboratory activities, including its budget, and assisting in the medical diagnosis and the treatment of diseases of the patients. Supervising laboratory activities in health facilities.Performing quality control tests and analysis, ensuring the compliance to the basic plans of the laboratory and that all tests (serology, hematology, biochemistry, bacteriology, parasitology, compatibility, etc.) are done correctly and according to prescriptionsEnsuring that the hygiene and safety protocols both for individual as well as for collective protection (i.e. required clothes and equipment, hygiene and universal precautions, etc.) are implemented in laboratories and that the cleaning personnel is informed about biohazards.Ensuring proper registration and records of all lab related activities, implementing a correct use of the associated management (EpyTryp. etc.), in order to have proper records of laboratory activities. Preparing and sending slides/samples for external quality controlEnsuring confidentiality of all patients’ laboratory results at any time, according to protocols in placeIn coordination with the project biomedical service supervising the appropriate use of medical devices under his/her responsibility so they can be used at any time (e.g. correct automatic instrument calibrations and correct and updated inventories of laboratory material and equipment) anticipating and communicating future needs.Planning and supervising, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the laboratory staff of the project in order to improve staff capabilities and to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge requiredCompiling, analyzing and reporting on lab activities and results to the medical staff and the immediate supervisor providing data on complications, the total number and types of tests and in general, any problem with the staff and / or laboratory material. Also participating in the development of epidemiological reports relating to MSF health services.What MSF Offers:A fixed-term contract for deployment assignments and additional 21 daysTravel, accommodation, and medical coverage during missions.Daily allowances in line with MSF policies.Access to training and professional development opportunities.How to applyApplication:Please apply via THIS LINK and upload the following documents as one combined file in English Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Motivation letter explaining your motivation, and highlighting relevant outbreak or emergency response experienceMSF values gender equality and inclusive representation across all emergency response roles and women are strongly encouraged to apply.Candidates whose profiles match the requirements of the Ebola & VHF Emergency Response Pool will be invited to participate in the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be prepared prior to deployment, including Ebola training and contextual briefings.As part of our commitment to safeguarding and responsible recruitment, successful candidates will be required to complete reference checks and criminal record checks.