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Laboratory Technician job at TASO | Apply Now
Are you looking for Medical jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Laboratory Technician job at TASO
About the Organisation
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) is a leading non-governmental organization in Uganda committed to providing comprehensive services for people living with HIV/AIDS. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS through prevention, care, and support services. TASO has built a strong reputation for its holistic and community-based approach, gaining recognition both locally and internationally for its pioneering work in HIV/AIDS care.
The organization promotes a work culture that values compassion, integrity, and teamwork, offering employees an environment focused on personal growth, empowerment, and making a meaningful impact in public health. TASO offers various job opportunities across its numerous health centers, with flexible work arrangements to support its diverse workforce.
Founded in 1987, TASO has evolved from a small grassroots initiative into a prominent institution that operates across Uganda, providing services to thousands of individuals. The organization employs innovative methods in HIV care, focusing on research-driven approaches to prevention and treatment while advocating for policy changes that improve HIV care delivery. With a network of over 10 regional offices, TASO has a significant reach within Uganda and partners with international organizations and local governments to strengthen its impact.
Core values at TASO include compassion, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to excellence, which guide its operations and community interactions. The organization also plays a significant role in corporate social responsibility, with ongoing community outreach programs, advocacy, and contributions to national HIV/AIDS policy initiatives. More information can be found at www.taso.org.ug.
Jinja, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Laboratory Technician job at TASO
TASO
Job Description
THE AIDS SUPPORT ORGANISATION (TASO UGANDAN INTERNAL VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
{External Candidates are also encouraged to apply) VA No. TASO-3025-HR/0J
The AIDS Support Organization (TAS0 Uganda), is an Organization contributing to quality health and social interventions with emphasis on HIV/ABS, TB, Malaria, and emerging public health threats through health and community systems strengthening, research, and capacity development in Uganda and other countries. TASO requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and result-oriented individuals for employment on a contract basis for the post below;
Job Title: (5) REF: TS/HR/PMGT/4/25: Laboratory Technician (01)
Classification : Contract-Full time
Salary Commensurate with Training and experience
Reports to Medical Services Technical Lead
Duty Station TASO Jinja Center of Excellence (CoE)
Directly Supervises: None
Main Purpose of the Job:
To administer laboratory services of the Centre, and ensure that the services are well planned for, provided with necessary resources and implemented in accordance with set policies and standards.
Key Outputs
• Laboratory services at the centre provided and managed
• Health education to TAS0 clients provided
• Laboratory budget drawn and implemented
• Quality control of laboratory reagents and equipment maintained
• Laboratory'reagents and supplies purchased
• Safety of laboratory equipments and implement safety measures maintained
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Provide lab services in line with the acceptable national algorithms and standards
Participate in center work plans and budgets
Ensure timely forecasting and planning of activities and draw an up to date laboratory work schedule
Develop SOPS for laboratory management procedures
Mentor and train stand ins to develop and build their capacity
Manage the Laboratory quality management system
Prepare the patient for sampling, collect the right sample from the right patient at the right time and carry out the test procedures correctly, accurately and timel
Participate in EQA and IQA, monitor an Ó o benefit the laboratory
Keep record of QC data as per proce II main logs
Monitor consumption by filling the stock card for each item
Requisition items from stores, monitor stock levels by stock taking
Properly and accurately use of PPE, participate in writing a safety manual, follow laboratory safety guidelines and keep record of all incidences in the laboratory
Ensure safe disposal of laboratory waste, maintain a clean and safe working environment and demarcate emergency exits in the Laboratory
Participate in laboratory improvement program in the laboratory and document all activities carried out using relevant MOH tools
Make periodic reports and submit to the respective Supervisors and staff
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Laboratory Technician
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, Registered with true Allied Health Professional council and Valid Practicing License
Additional trainings required:
Biosafety and Risk Management Training, training in SLAMTA and LOMS and Training in GCLP
Minimum Experience and Exposure: Two (2) years of laboratory work experience
Special Knowledge
• Laboratory diagnosis techniques
• Basic facts about HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria and other chronic care management
• HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria Care policies and procedures
Key Skills: Laboratory Technology skills, Computer skills, Stores management skills and Counselling skills
Other Qualities/Attributes: Integrity, Confidentiality, Patience and Empathy
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Only qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their applications.
What to submit (ALL required):
The TASO Online Job Application Form(completed full)All
academic certificatesandempIoyment documents, properly certifiedUpdated
CV/ Resume(not exceeding 10 pages)Three refereesAll documents scanned and saved in one folder
Submit online via:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/TASO1/TASOApplicationForm-Onlineform
Posting Date: 13th November 2025
Closing Date: 26th November 2025 at 05:30 pm
Please note that only online applications will be considered.
TASO Zero Tolerance Policy
TASO has a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for all forms of Fraud, including Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, Sexual Harassment, and Data Fraud.
Debar any occurrences through the following:
• compliance@tasouganda.org
• fraudalert@tasouganda.org
• pseahalear@tasouganda.org
• Toll-Free: 0800 200 083
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from TASO within one month from the date of closure of receipt of applications consider your application unsuccessful. Canvassing is Prohibited.
