Laboratory Assistant (1)

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant (1)

Reports to: Head of Science Department

Key Duties and responsibilities

Organize the laboratory, its equipment and supplies under the guidance of the supervisor.

Guide students and educate them on the importance of following laboratory safety rules
while enforcing compliance of standard laboratory regulations.

Prepare samples/specimen for practical lessons.

Maintain Inventory of Laboratory equipment and supplies.

Keep general cleanliness of laboratory and its equipment at all times

Keep record of laboratory apparatus and equipment

Ensure all chemicals are in working condition and properly stored, mindful of expiry dates.

Conduct Home learning supervision as required

Uphold children’s rights and ensure safeguarding standards are kept with learners and
children

Come up with time schedule for teachers, to carry out practical’s classes

Perform any other duties assigned by the Department Head or respective science teacher.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a Diploma in Laboratory Sciences.

Ordinary level of study (O’ level), with at least 3 passes in the science subjects.

Able to work in an environment with exposure to chemicals.

Physically able to lift up to 18kgs and operate equipment.

Applicants should be highly motivated individuals willing to work in a refugee settlement.

1 year or more experience in the field will be an added advantage.

Recommendation from LCI chairperson detailing good conduct (no criminal activity
including protection violations) from former employer or LC authority or RWC

How to apply:

All interested applicants should submit their hand-written applications including detailed and up-to-date typed curriculum Vitae, photocopies of all their academic and professional documents, photocopy of national ID or refugee attestation and three professional referees.

Recommendation letter from LCI chairperson detailing good conduct (no criminal activity including protection violations) or from former employer or LC authority or RWC is a must.
Applications should be addressed to:

The Human Resource Administrator
Windle International Uganda
Lamwo Field Office

All Applications should be hand delivered to Windle International Uganda Palabek Refugee Settlement in Lamwo District during working hours (8:00 am- 5:00 pm; Monday to Friday strictly).

Closing Date: All applications should be received not later than Thursday 14th October 2021 by 5pm.

Note:

• Applicants must have no history of violation of children’s rights or of Child abuse and sexual exploitation
• Windle International Uganda is an equal opportunity and a corruption intolerant employer. Women and persons with disability who meet the job requirements are encouraged to apply.
• No fee is charged at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications will be assessed strictly on individual merit
• No canvassing or lobbying will be tolerated. Individuals found to have done so will be disqualified and blacklisted.
• Whereas we actively welcome all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.