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Department Manager, Laboratory
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About the role
Penda Health seeks a Nairobi-based Department Manager, Laboratory to lead laboratory technical operations, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, team development, SOP implementation, audits, and service improvement across its medical centres. Applicants need a recognized Diploma in Laboratory Technology, valid KMLTTB registration and practicing license, and either the stated internal or external experience route.
Key requirements
- • Diploma in Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution.
- • At least 3 years of relevant experience
- • Required skills: Laboratory operations management, Laboratory quality systems, Quality assurance, Regulatory compliance, Team leadership, Supervision, SOP implementation, Performance improvement, Laboratory quality control, Biosafety, Diagnostic workflows, Planning and coordination, Analytical skills, Multidisciplinary collaboration
- • Professional registration/licence with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) (Kenya)
Opportunity details
- • Workplace: On Site
- • Posted: Oct 7, 2026
- • Original advert language: English
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Job title: Department Manager, Laboratory
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment type: FULL_TIME