Posted Date 2 days ago(4/13/2026 8:01 AM)

Job ID

2026-7806

Location

TZ-Zanzibar

Category

Local

Employment Status

Full-Time

The Technical Officer will support implementation of activities to strengthen specimen referral and transportation systems across Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.

The role will focus on technical implementation, capacity building, and coordination to ensure effective dissemination and operationalization of specimen referral frameworks, SOPs, and referral algorithms.

The Technical Officer will work closely with Ministry of Health teams, laboratory networks, and stakeholders to improve the efficiency, safety, and coordination of specimen transport systems, supporting early detection and response to public health threats

This position will be closed on April 20^th, 2026.

Technical Implementation

• Support rollout and dissemination of:
• ZISRT–OPM in Zanzibar
• National SRS Atlas and referral guidelines in Mainland Tanzania
• Support development of SOPs and referral algorithms for priority diseases
• Provide technical assistance to health facilities and laboratory networks

Capacity Strengthening

• Support training, orientation, and cascaded dissemination across health facilities
• Build capacity of:
• Clinicians
• Laboratory personnel
• Surveillance officers
• Veterinary professionals
• Strengthen knowledge on specimen referral procedures, biosafety, and transport

Coordination & One Health Engagement

• Support coordination between human and animal health sectors
• Participate in multisectoral meetings and technical working groups
• Support engagement with Regional and District Laboratory Technologists (RLTs/DLTs)

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

• Support tracking of dissemination and implementation progress
• Conduct field visits to assess uptake and identify gaps
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Document lessons learned and best practices

Program & Operational Support

• Assist in organizing workshops, trainings, and stakeholder meetings
• Support logistics for printing and distribution of manuals and materials
• Contribute to preparation of technical reports and updates

• Bachelor’s degree in laboratory sciences, public health, epidemiology, or related field
• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in health programs
• Experience in laboratory systems, surveillance, or specimen referral systems preferred
• Experience working with Government of Tanzania and donor-funded programs
• Strong understanding of health systems and service delivery platforms
• Experience in training, mentorship, and supportive supervision
• Strong analytical and data use skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Fluency in English and Swahili
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include cover letters, resume, and references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

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Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

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