Location: Rabat, Morocco
The Laboratory and Diagnostic Officer provides basic technical support and assistance in laboratory systems strengthening and diagnostics under the STRIDES Morocco Activity. The position supports the day-to-day implementation of laboratory-related activities under the guidance of the Senior Laboratory and Diagnostic Officer, assists with the development of technical materials and reports, and contributes to workplan preparation and progress documentation. Working closely with the senior technical team, government counterparts, and in-country partners, the Officer will support the delivery of laboratory and diagnostic interventions, monitor activity progress, and assist in building the capacity of the national laboratory system.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist in providing technical support for laboratory systems strengthening and diagnostic activities in alignment with Morocco's national health priorities and the STRIDES Morocco workplan.
- Support engagement with the Ministry of Health and government counterparts by preparing documentation, logistics, and follow-up materials for technical meetings.
- Contribute to the development and dissemination of laboratory tools, guidelines, training materials, and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor and maintain project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports.
- Search published literature and technical resources on laboratory systems, diagnostics, and global health security.
- Contribute to lessons learned, knowledge products, and best practices related to laboratory strengthening in Morocco.
- Provide quality control and quality assurance support for laboratory-related technical outputs.
- Support workplan preparation and tracking of activity progress.
- Participate in client and funder meetings and assist with reports and presentations.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for training events, workshops, and field visits.
- Support preparation of quarterly and annual progress reports.
- Participate in data review processes and support the use of data for decision-making.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in Laboratory Sciences, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in laboratory systems, diagnostics, or a related technical area; NGO, government or private sector experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of laboratory systems, biosafety, quality management, and diagnostic standards (e.g., ISO 15189, SLIPTA).
- Familiarity with Morocco's public health system and national laboratory landscape.
- Proficiency in database management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Professional proficiency in Arabic, French, and English required.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Exposure to USAID- or U.S. Department of State-funded projects in Morocco or the MENA region is an advantage.
Full time. Travel 10%-25%. Reports to the Senior Laboratory and Diagnostic Officer, STRIDES Morocco. Expected salary range: MAD 160,000 - 220,000 annual gross.
Closing date: 26 October 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online through the FHI 360 Workday career portal.
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