Consultant (Laboratory Technologist)

Call for Applications

International Organization for Migration (IOM) is looking for suitable candidates for the position of Consultant (Laboratory Technologist) to assist at the IOM, MHAC, according to the Post Description below. Interested applicants are invited to apply by 23.03.2026 at the latest, referring to the Call for Applications reference code. 

Reference Code: CFA-01/2026

Position Title: Consultant (Laboratory Technologist)

Position required: 2 positions

Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal

Type of Appointment: Consultant contract (3 months)

Estimated Starting Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 23 March 2026

Context:

IOM, as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates, particularly qualified female candidates.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and administrative supervision of Chief Migration Health Officer (CMHO) and the direct supervision of the Laboratory coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for technical support to laboratory services with respect to Migration Health Assessments (HAP) and other programmes implemented by the IOM Migration Health Division in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor/coordinator for pre-examination, examination, and post-examination activities through the use of the standard relevant equipment. 
2. Contribute to the implementation of laboratory quality management systems under the guidance of the laboratory supervisor. Take on the focal point role for one or more quality system essentials (QSE) as requested by the laboratory supervisor. 
3. Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
4. Adhere to biosafety measures adopted in the laboratory, being responsible for the safety of oneself and others. 
5. Organize and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results. 
6. Perform quality control and quality assurance activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
7. Facilitate laboratory equipment maintenance to ensure these are in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs. 
8. Facilitate laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work. 
9. Alert the laboratory supervisor to any problems related to operations, including equipment, stock management and biosafety. 
10. Facilitate maintenance of established systems of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation of operational research.
11. Support and take part in the improvement of the service system according to the adopted work plan in the laboratory as needed.
12. Manage and meet client expectations by prioritising interests and providing services with guiding principles of patients’ dignity, beneficence and non-maleficence in courteous manner.
13. Ensures compliance with IOM instruction INS 278 and undertakes all designated mandatory trainings
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited academic institution in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline in countries where the scope of responsibilities is fulfilled according to national regulations.
• A valid license to practice in Nepal

Experience

• Two years for bachelor’s degree holder and three years for Diploma with relevant clinical laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a laboratory.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical laboratory techniques; 
• Demonstrated ability to implement a laboratory quality management system; 
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices laboratory biosafety; 
• Computer literate with good understanding of data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performance.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Nepali is required. Proficiency in other languages is an   advantage. 

How to apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, CFA reference number with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Lazimpath, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 23 March 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.

Posting period:

From 10.03.2026 to 23.03.2026