Laboratory Assistant

Position Title : **Laboratory Assistant Consultant**

Duty Station : **IOM Philippines - Manila Health Centre**

Classification: **Consultant**

Type of Appointment: **Consultancy**

Estimated Start Date: **ASAP**

Closing Date : **04 June 2026**

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Laboratory Technologist and the overall supervision of the Chief Migration Health Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the technical and administrative support to laboratory services with respect to Migration Health Assessments (HAP) and other programmes implemented by the IOM Migration Health Division in country Manila, Philippines.

**Responsibilities**

The Consultant will provide technical support to laboratory service delivery and contribute to quality assurance and process improvement initiatives. Specifically, the Consultant will deliver the following:

- Provide technical support to laboratory operations resulting in the accurate and timely processing of assigned specimens (e.g., blood, urine, sputum), in accordance with established SOPs and quality standards.
- Ensure proper preparation and availability of reagents and media to support uninterrupted laboratory services.
- Support adherence to laboratory quality assurance standards and biosafety protocols through consistent application of SOPs.
- Identify gaps or deviations in quality or safety practices and contribute to corrective actions.
- Contribute to improving laboratory workflow efficiency by supporting the processing of laboratory request forms and coordination of client scheduling.
- Provide observations and recommendations to enhance turnaround time and service delivery.
- Support the implementation of laboratory quality control activities and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
- Participate in the review and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as required.
- Monitor the availability and utilization of laboratory consumables and equipment and identify risks to uninterrupted operations.
- Ensure laboratory records related to assigned outputs are properly documented, organized, and maintained in accordance with established systems.
- Provide additional technical inputs or support activities related to laboratory service delivery and quality improvement, as agreed with the supervisor and aligned with the consultancy objectives.

*Performance indicators for the evaluation of results:*

- Timeliness and accuracy of submitted reports
- Compliance with laboratory SOPs and biosafety standards
- Quality and practicality of recommendations for improvement
- Completeness and reliability of documentation and reports
- Monthly timesheet logs and performance checklist

**Qualifications**

*Education*

- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, Medical Laboratory Technician, or any related field from an accredited academic institution with at least one (1) year of relevant professional experience.

*Experience*

- Relevant experience working as phlebotomist in a tertiary hospital or busy laboratory.
- Experience in sputum collection is an advantage.

*Skills*

- Valid medical technology license in the Philippines.
- HIV proficient is an advantage.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent venipuncture skill using different collection methods.
- Experienced in using Laboratory Information System.

**Languages**

For this consultancy, fluency in English and Tagalog (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

**Required Competencies**

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

**Values** - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

- **Inclusion and respect for diversity**: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- **Integrity and transparency**: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- **Professionalism**: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- **Courage**: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- **Empathy**: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

**Core Competencies** – behavioural indicators

- **Teamwork**: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- **Delivering results**: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- **Managing and sharing knowledge**: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- **Accountability**: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and a