LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

AIDS HEALTH FOUNDATION LESOTHO AHF started operating in Lesotho in 2013 whereby it manages a specialised HIV/AIDS and TB clinics in Maseru and Leribe districts and plans to expand its program coverage. Hence AHF Lesotho country program seeks to hire energetic, dynamic, young people to fill the following positions based in Maseru Katlehong clinic, commencing 01 March 2024 1. Position - LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Location: Katlehong EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Diploma Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent. • A minimum of three years of experience in a similar position. • Experience at a senior role would be an advantage. Proven ability to work unsupervised. 2. Position - DATA CLERK EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor degree or equivalent advanced diploma; • MUST have excellent skills using Microsoft Excel package, and internet mails; • Knowledge of electronic medical records is an advantage; • Demonstrate experience in an HIV/AIDS clinic tallying, collecting data, and aggregating reports POSITIONS BASED AT MASERU HEALTH CENTRES 3. Position - PHARMACY TECHNICIAN EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • The minimum requirement is a Diploma in Pharmacy Technology from a recognized institution or its equivalent. • A minimum of two years working experience of which one must be in HIV related field. • Demonstrable skills in use of computerized/ electronic logistics management systems are required. • Experience in a dispenser role and be able to demonstrate leadership qualities. • Understanding of team work and working with colleagues. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: • Must be registered with Lesotho Medical, Dental and Pharmacy Council 4. Position - Registered Nurse EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduate from an accredited Nurse Institution. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: • Current registration with the Lesotho Nursing Council POSITIONS BASED AT DOMICILIARY 5. Positions - LINKAGE ASSISTANTS × 2 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Must possess a Certificate or its equivalent in either of the following disciplines Psychology, counseling and guidance, Social works and administration, social sciences, Nursing. • A minimum of 2 years` experience working with clients in public health institutions, community services or medical setting. • Must have experience working with people living with HIV, and/or other chronic illness, substance users, and persons with mental diagnoses. • Should have strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written. • Ability to function under dynamic circumstances and proficiency in computer skills. • Have undergone at least a short course training in HIV Care and management. POSITIONS BASED AT KHUBETSOANA and MAFETENG 6. Position - Counselor EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Basic degree in Psychology or Health, Social and Behavioural Sciences. • Certificate for HIV/AIDS Treatment Training e.g. 10 days HIV training, or a Certificate for HIV/AIDS Counseling Skills Training • A Diploma in child and youth development or in Counseling would be an advantage. • Previous HIV counseling and testing experience highly desirable. POSITIONS BASED AT ADMINISTRATION 7. Position - DRIVER EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • COSC High School Certificate. • Possession of a Driver`s License (minimum Code 10) plus Public Driving Permit for at least 5 years. • Previous driving employment, at least 5 years uninterrupted. Request detailed job description by email from; globalhr.lesotho@aidshealth.org APPLICATION INSTRUCTION : ONLY Applications letters addressed to the Country Program Manager, AHF Maseru Lesotho with Curriculum Vitae (CV) should be submitted by e-mail only and send to: globalhr.lesotho@aidshealth.org Deadline: 31 January, 2024 by 4:30 pm. If you do not hear from us within a month from the application submission deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.