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Gulu, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Watoto Church is a vibrant, multi-campus Christian community based in Kampala, Uganda, with a mission to care for orphans, empower women, and share the message of Jesus Christ through transformational discipleship, service, and outreach. Renowned for its impactful programs, such as Watoto Children's Ministry, the church is recognized for its commitment to holistic development and its significant contribution to addressing social challenges in Uganda.
Watoto Church fosters a warm, inclusive, and growth-oriented work culture that values servant leadership, teamwork, and personal development, offering staff meaningful roles in ministry, administration, and outreach initiatives. The church provides job opportunities in various sectors including pastoral leadership, program management, and operations, with a focus on flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Since its founding in 1994, Watoto Church has grown from a single location to a multi-campus ministry with a global reach, impacting lives across Uganda and internationally. The church’s innovative model includes a combination of community-based programs, social services, and vibrant worship experiences, while its business model integrates social enterprise initiatives to support its sustainability.
With a wide reach through its local and international outreach, Watoto Church touches the lives of thousands through its services, missions, and global partnerships. Guided by core values of love, service, and integrity, the church is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, supporting education, health, and empowerment projects that uplift vulnerable populations. For more information, visit their official website at www.watotochurch.com.
Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries has experienced exponential growth in the past couple of years composed of multiple Celebration Centers (Campuses) and diverse Community care initiatives that include Child Care, Community and Neighborhood, Education and FM Radio amongst others. In all of this, Watoto remains a local church, committed to celebrating Christ and caring for community.
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Medical Laboratory Technician job at Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Job Description
Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Organisation: Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Duty Station: Watoto Village – Laminadera, Gulu, Uganda
We are seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory tests to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Prepare samples and conduct laboratory tests according to Standard Operating Procedures in the areas of serology, hematology, immunology, and parasitology as assigned by the Medical Laboratory Coordinator (MLC).
Record, report, and maintain laboratory tests and results accurately.
Organize medical laboratory screenings and conduct health education within Watoto medical services.
Maintain laboratory supplies within the laboratory, and work closely with fellow laboratory personnel, MLC, and Procurement to ensure that the laboratory is well stocked.
Comply with regulatory guidelines and standard operating procedures and participate in the continual development of SOPs within the laboratory.
Perform quality assurance/quality control procedures, including Proficiency Testing and 1QC as scheduled.
Adhere to laboratory safety and infection control procedures.
Maintain proper laboratory equipment operation to ensure optimum functionality.
Conduct CMEs for the medical personnel for continual development.
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
The applicant for the Laboratory Technician position should have a diploma in Medical Laboratory from a recognized institution.
Registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
At least 2 years of working experience in a laboratory setting.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with children of all ages.
Should be passionate about community health care with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Knowledge or training in Quality Management Systems such as ISO 15189 is an added advantage.
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates can apply by visiting our website;
Go to Apply for a job section
Under that, view the Job Role and click on the link that reads; Apply
Fill out the form that will be open and submit after all sections have been filled.
Submit your CV, academic and professional documents, and a cell/pastor’s recommendation letter to careers@watotochurch.com (Subject Line: Job Title First Name, Last Name)
Deadline: 4th March 2025