Laboratory Manager

Job Title: Laboratory Manager

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Industry: Health Sector

Employment Type: Full-Time

Talent Preference: Local Talent

Gender Preference: Open to Both

Age Requirement: 30 Years and Above

Position Summary

 The role requires a highly experienced laboratory professional with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities to ensure efficient laboratory operations, compliance with regulatory standards, and delivery of accurate and timely diagnostic services.

Academic & Professional Qualifications / Experience Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Master’s Degree in: Laboratory Management, Microbiology, Pathology, or related field.

Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

Valid Practicing License.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in management of a hospital laboratory.

Strong technical laboratory experience in: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Histopathology, Blood Bank / Transfusion Services, Quality Management Systems

Required Skills & Competencies / Technical & Operational Skills

Laboratory operations management

Internal & external quality control

Equipment calibration and maintenance

Infection prevention and biosafety

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Inventory and reagent management

Budgeting and procurement

Audit preparation and accreditation support

Documentation and SOP management

Incident reporting and corrective action management

Knowledge & Compliance

Strong understanding of:ISO 15189 standards, Quality indicators and QMS, Biosafety guidelines, Waste management procedures, Ministry of Health (MOH) regulations, Occupational health & safety standards, CAP / JCI / NABH / NABL standards

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Operations Man agement

Oversee daily laboratory operations and workflow.

Ensure timely processing and reporting of laboratory investigations.

Monitor laboratory Turnaround Time (TAT).

Coordinate activities across all laboratory sections including:

Hematology

Clinical Chemistry

Microbiology

Histopathology

Blood Bank

Molecular Diagnostics

Collaborate effectively with doctors and other hospital departments.

2. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Implement and monitor Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Ensure compliance with: ISO 15189, MOH regulations, CAP/JCI/NABH standards where applicable

Monitor Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assurance (EQA) programs.

Lead laboratory audits and accreditation activities.

Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.

3. Staff Management

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate laboratory staff.

Ensure staff competency assessments and continuous training.

Promote teamwork and high-performance culture.

4. Inventory & Procurement Management

Manage laboratory inventory, reagents, and consumables.

Prevent stock-outs through effective forecasting and procurement planning.

Monitor supplier performance and cost efficiency.

5. Equipment & Maintenance Management

Ensure proper functioning, calibration, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Monitor equipment downtime and coordinate timely repairs.

6. Biosafety & Infection Prevention

Ensure adherence to biosafety protocols and infection prevention measures.

Oversee laboratory waste management procedures.

Promote occupational health and safety compliance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Laboratory Turnaround Time (TAT), QC/EQA performance scores, Equipment downtime, Incident/error rate, Stock-out frequency, Staff competency compliance, Audit findings closure rate, Patient and clinician satisfaction

Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate should possess:

Strong leadership and people management skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail and quality standards

Strong communication and coordination skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement

If you meet the above qualifications, please send your cv to careers@msvlgroup.com