o Distribute cool boxes with freeze icepacks to DBS collectors and make sure that DBS collectors properly collect and store the samples.
o Collect samples from DBS collectors, check temperature, properly document and handover them to cold chain supervisor or to the reference laboratory.
o Regularly follow and communicate with the in charge person in the reference laboratory and make sure that the samples are properly kept below -20 󠅃degree Celsius.
o Cooperate with the cold chain supervisor and ensure teamwork in the field.
o Update stock card and consumption report for the lab items.
o Prepare report of the DBS collection and consumption on daily, weekly, and monthly base and submit it to the technical supervisor/provincial officer.
o Coordinate with the nearest health facility in the area for the proper waste management and disposal of the waste to ensure environmental safety.
o Prepare specifications and participate in the procurement of laboratory equipment and supplies.
o Monitor and supervise DBS collection process in close collaboration with the technical supervisor and make sure that DBS collectors perform his duty according to his job description.
o Have a portable stock of lab items with him during supervision/monitoring visits and distribute them to DBS collectors in case of need.
o Prepare monthly work plan and submit it to the technical supervisor/provincial officer.
o Check the quality of lab items including expiry date
o Any other task assigned by the line manager.
