Laboratory Technician at Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) – July 2026

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is inviting applications from qualified and motivated healthcare professionals for the position of Laboratory Technician to join its founding clinical team at a new Polyclinic in Kamachumu, Muleba District, Kagera Region, Tanzania.

About Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI)

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is a non-profit international organization headquartered in the United States, with a growing network of collaborators and partners in Tanzania, Kenya, and the United States. The organization is dedicated to improving access to quality, affordable, and compassionate healthcare services, particularly for underserved rural communities.

EHI works to strengthen healthcare delivery systems through direct service provision, community outreach programs, health education, and partnerships with local stakeholders. The organization is establishing a new Polyclinic in Kamachumu that will provide comprehensive primary healthcare services, maternal and child health services, pharmacy services, laboratory and radiology services, preventive healthcare, and community health programs.

Position Details

• Job Title: Laboratory Technician
• Number of Positions: 1
• Reports To: Chief Medical Officer
• Duty Station: Kamachumu, Muleba District, Kagera Region, Tanzania
• Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Two Years), renewable based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding
• Probation Period: Six (6) months
• Expected Start Date: To be communicated to successful candidates
• Salary: According to EHI salary scale and benefits package

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technician will provide quality diagnostic laboratory services while ensuring compliance with Ministry of Health standards, laboratory regulations, and quality assurance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory investigations according to approved procedures.
• Maintain laboratory quality assurance and quality control systems.
• Maintain laboratory registers, records, and documentation.
• Prepare government reports and laboratory records.
• Manage laboratory supplies and reagent inventory.
• Support laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration activities.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• Registration with the Health Laboratory Practitioners Council.
• Valid practicing license.
• At least three (3) years of relevant laboratory experience.

Required Experience

Candidates should have experience in:

• Laboratory documentation and record keeping.
• Government laboratory reporting requirements.
• Quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Laboratory inventory management.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and digital laboratory systems.

Added Advantages

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

• Preparing healthcare facilities for regulatory inspections.
• External Quality Assessment (EQA) programs.
• Malaria, HIV, hematology, urinalysis, and basic biochemistry testing.
• Supporting emergency patient management.
• Digital health technologies.
• Social media communication and content creation.

Required Competencies

• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Compassionate and professional attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency.

Working Schedule

Staff will work according to duty rosters approved by management and may be required to work weekends, public holidays, and emergency shifts depending on operational requirements.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in Kiswahili is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of English is required.

Why Join EHI?

• Opportunity to be part of a founding healthcare team.
• Help build a modern healthcare facility from the ground up.
• Gain global exposure and professional networking opportunities.
• Professional growth within a mission-driven international NGO.
• Contribute directly to shaping the organization’s culture, systems, and strategy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details of at least three professional referees, to:

Email: recruitment@emerginghealthinitiatives.org

Subject Line: Application for Laboratory Technician Position

Application Deadline

10 August 2026 at 5:00 PM East Africa Time

Safeguarding Commitment

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is committed to safeguarding and maintains zero tolerance for abuse, exploitation, harassment, discrimination, neglect, or misconduct of any kind. All employees are expected to uphold EHI’s safeguarding policies and maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Emerging Health Initiatives (EHI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates who are passionate about improving access to quality healthcare services in underserved communities.