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Department Manager, Laboratory
Penda Health
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted about 3 hours ago (11 Oct 2026) Updated about 3 hours ago
Job Description
The Department Manager oversees all laboratory operations at Penda Health, ensuring high‑quality diagnostic services. Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining equipment, and enforcing compliance with health standards. The manager also manages budgets, develops standard operating procedures, and drives continuous improvement. This role supports the delivery of compassionate, trustworthy care to patients.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Chemistry, or related field
- • Minimum 5 years experience managing a clinical laboratory environment
- • Proven leadership and team management capabilities
- • In‑depth knowledge of laboratory accreditation standards and regulatory compliance
- • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- • Excellent organizational and budgeting abilities
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Oversee daily laboratory operations ensuring timely and accurate diagnostic testing
- • Supervise and mentor laboratory staff, fostering a culture of quality and safety
- • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment in accordance with regulatory standards
- • Develop and enforce standard operating procedures and compliance protocols
- • Manage laboratory budget, inventory, and procurement of reagents and supplies
- • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test turnaround and accuracy