Job Ref: KVVPI/ QAA/004/01/2022
Job Purpose
The job holder does housekeeping activities.
Duties and Responsibilities

Collecting used laboratory apparatus and equipment from various laboratories an assemblage to the decontamination unit
Cleaning and preparation of laboratory apparatus for sterilization process in autoclaves.
Participating in the weighing of media components, media... preparation and sterilization
Decontaminating of used glassware, laboratory clothes, laboratory wastes to kill the biological contaminants 
Reporting to Senior Quality Assurance Officer on stock levels for cleaning materials and detergents
Cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and the lab floors
Disposing laboratory wastes in safe and healthy manner
Undertaking laundry services and providing clean personal protective wear (lab coats and uniforms) to the laboratory personnel
Issuing of personal protective wear (lab coats, dust coat, overall, clean room wear and uniform) from Laundry unit
Assisting in labelling, and packing of finished products
Filing of daily laboratory records;
Performing shift and 'on-call' as directed
Performing basic analytical work namely pH determination, serum separation and centrifuging of serum
Performing daily checks on freezers, fridges, hot and cold rooms and recording the readings for the attention of the supervisor
Participating in labelling and packing of finished products
Optimal use of resources in the Quality Assurance process to reduce wastage and costs

Academic and Professional Qualification

A Diploma course in Life sciences such as Applied Science, Medical Lab Science, from a recognized institution
KCE-Division IV/ K.C.S.E- D+ with pass in Mathematic/Physics, Biology and Chemistry

Work experience

3 years’ work experience as Quality Assurance Assistant III or at least 5 years’ work experience in a similar position in a Research Institution or its equivalent

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes

Good housekeeping skills
Computer literate.
Be a team player more

Job Ref: KVVPI/ PA/003/01/2022
Job Purpose
The job holder prepares and maintains conducive work environment in the laboratories as per the GMP, ISO Biosecurity and Biosafety stands thus facilitating efficient and effective production of vaccines by production officers
Duties and Responsibilities

Collecting used laboratory apparatus and equipment from various laboratories an assemblage to the... decontamination unit
Cleaning and preparation of laboratory apparatus for sterilization process in autoclaves and hot air ovens
Participating in the weighing of media components, media preparation and sterilization
Collecting and selecting of eggs used in vaccine production
Decontaminating of used glassware, laboratory clothes, laboratory wastes to kill the biological contaminants
Reporting to senior production assistant on stock levels for cleaning materials and detergents
Cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and the lab floors
Disposing laboratory wastes in safe and healthy manner
Undertaking laundry services and providing clean personal protective wear (lab coats and uniforms) to the laboratory personnel
Issuing of personal protective wear (lab coats, dust coat, overall, clean room wear and uniform) from Laundry unit
Assisting in capping, filling and labelling of finished products
Filing of daily laboratory records;
Performing shift and 'on-call' as directed

Academic and Professional Qualification

A two year course in applied science or medical or Biological Laboratory Technician certificate from a recognized institution

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of GLP and Safety procedures.
Good housekeeping skills
Computer literate.
Be a team player more

Job Ref: KVVPI/ QA/002/01/2022
Job Purpose
The Quality Assurance Officers are directly involved in the execution of professional activities leading to the achievement of the departmental objectives, performance targets, strategy and the organizational mandate. They are the hands-on professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities

Executing the evaluation and signing off of laboratory records and... documents
Troubleshooting existing products/processes in case of disruptions in the processes and drawing the corrective actions to be taken
Isolating and reporting the non-conforming products, reagents and materials to the senior Quality Assurance Officer for her/his attention
Monitoring storage conditions for materials and products and taking the necessary action in case of variation
Coaching attachés, interns and new staff in the laboratory under the supervision of the Senior Quality Officer
Executing safe disposal of biological and chemical waste materials
Recording the daily checks of cold rooms, hot rooms, incubators, liquid nitrogen tanks, fridges and freezers and taking action where necessary
Maintaining/keeping of working seeds used in vaccine production
Coordinating the decontamination of biological materials and glassware
Coordinating the cleaning, preparing and sterilizing of laboratory apparatus
Weighing of media components, media preparation and sterilization
Conducting tests of raw material, intermediates and new products
Analyzing experimental samples
Participating in development of Standard Operation Procedures
Collecting, preparing and managing of samples and specimens
Reporting their work related needs to the Senior Quality Assurance Officer
Operating within the boundaries of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operatin  Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), International Standards Organization (ISO) requirements and biosafety and biosecurity measures
Using Laboratory Management Information System for data capturing, storage and retrieval
Reporting of dysfunctional laboratory equipment and machines for action
Prudent use of departmental resources to minimize wastage
Responsible for particular machines that they operate in the course of executing their duties

Academic and Professional Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences such as Veterinary Sciences, Applied Science, Biological/Medical Laboratory Science any other relevant field OR Higher Diploma and Diploma in above disciplines from recognized institutions.

Work experience

Quality Assurance Officer II Entry level for degree holders OR worked as Quality Assurance Officer III for at least 3 years OR at least 5 years in a similar position in a relevant industry

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes

Proficiency in computer applications
Good verbal and written communication skills
Be a team player
Attention to details
Stress tolerance
Results-driven
Time-management more

Job Ref: KVVPI/ PA/ 001/01/2022
Job Purpose
The job holder prepares and maintains conducive work environment in the laboratories as per the GMP, ISO Biosecurity and Biosafety stands thus facilitating efficient and effective production of vaccines by production officers
Duties and Responsibilities

Collecting used laboratory apparatus and equipment from various laboratories an assemblage to... the decontamination unit
Cleaning and preparation of laboratory apparatus for sterilization process in autoclaves and hot air ovens
Participating in the weighing of media components, media preparation and sterilization
Collecting and selecting of eggs used in vaccine production
Decontaminating of used glassware, laboratory clothes, laboratory wastes to kill the biological contaminants
Reporting to senior production assistant on stock levels for cleaning materials and detergents
Cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and the lab floors
Disposing laboratory wastes in safe and healthy manner
Undertaking laundry services and providing clean personal protective wear (lab coats and uniforms) to the laboratory personnel
Issuing of personal protective wear (lab coats, dust coat, overall, clean room wear and uniform) from Laundry unit
Assisting in capping, filling and labelling of finished products
Filing of daily laboratory records;
Performing shift and 'on-call' as directed

Academic and Professional Qualification

A two year course in applied science or medical or Biological Laboratory Technician certificate from a recognized institution
At least three (3) years’ work experience in a Pharmaceutical company.

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of GLP and Safety procedures.
Good housekeeping skills
Computer literate.
Be a team player more