Viral Load Lab Technician

The Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and Malaria (GF) is providing grants to Pakistan since 2011 for prevention of HIV. The current grant is being implemented by United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and Nai Zindagi Trust (NZT) as Principal Recipients (PR). The PRs are responsible to implement various objectives of the overall Grant.

The overall goal is to reduce the number of new HIV infections and increase uptake of HIV preventive and treatment services with a high impact HIV response to improve the health and quality of life of people living with and affected by HIV in Pakistan. The objective of Global Fund HIV grant is to increase the prevention services for PWID and other key populations.

NZT is implementing HIV prevention services for PWID and spouses of HIV+ PWID through 45 CoPC + sites and ART Adherence Units across the four provinces of Pakistan providing coverage to 62 districts.

Nai Zindagi has a zero-tolerance policy towards Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). All employees, partners, and representatives are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. Recruitment is subject to thorough background and reference checks, and any form of misconduct may lead to disqualification, termination, and legal action. By applying, candidates commit to adhering to the organizations PSEAH policies.

QUALIFICATION

BS Medical Laboratory Technology.
Minimum 3 years of experience of working in clinical/microbiology laboratory, Experience in Program management, monitoring and evaluation or related field in development programs; Global Fund, EU, USAID or other donor, or NGO preferred.
Knowledge and experience in handling data management and analysis software and ERPs like Excel, DHISExcel, DHIS tool, STATA, EPI-Info, EPI-DATA, SPSS, etc
Having knowledge of basic principles, practices and quality assurance procedures applicable to clinical lab.
Should be able to effectively communicate in local languages of different geographical areas.
Should have confidence and be able to work without supervision.
Knowledge of basic computer skills.

Strong interpersonal skills to discuss results and flow of data within COPC+ Staff

Responsibilities

OVERVIEW OF THE TASK

The incumbent will be responsible for specific Viral Load/CD4 testing and interpretation of results for Referral, further diagnostics, Treatment, Care & Support and dissemination of data in NZMIS.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Verification of PLHIV clients through NZMIS data for viral load testing.
Collection of Blood sample of PLHIV clients and proceed sample for testing.
Performing Viral Load Testing using Portable Cepheid GeneXpert by ensuring quality control procedures.
Managing Viral Load Data (including Daily Sheets) in compliance with confidentiality protocols.
Perform activities as per required assignedtargetsto ensureadherence.
Will be responsible for safe keeping of stock available and proper record keeping.
Maintenance of adequate stock levels and ensures timely replenishing of stock consumption.
Safe handling and ensure maintenance ofLab Instruments.
Ensure Biosafety Protocols and safe waste disposal.
Willing and ability to travel extensively.
Work in close association with SR / PR Management & will report to Portable Lab coordinator.

Skills

Quality Control and Assurance Data Analysis and Interpretation Biosafety Procedures Documentation and Record Keeping Risk Assessment and Management Laboratory safety protocols Viral Load Testing Use of Laboratory Equipment Sample collection and handling Data management software Basic Computer Skills

Job Details

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Islamabad, Pakistan

Gender:

Male

Minimum Experience:

3 Years

Apply Before:

Aug 29, 2026

Posting Date:

Aug 12, 2026

Nai Zindagi

· 51-100 employees - Islamabad

Since 1990 Nai Zindagi has been working with disfranchised groups of people affected by the use of drugs and associated harms to help them move from margins of society to center stage. Often people affected by poverty, social injustice, criminalization and stigma use drugs to cope with the harsh realities of life they are confronted with every day. Increasingly larger numbers of people now inject drugs and share syringes/needles resulting in sporadic epidemics of HIV/AIDS in different cities of the country. We believe in reaching out to the affected and often hidden communities and engaging them actively in developing strategies and programs that best meet their needs and are appropriate to their environment. We would encourage you to explore our web site to know more about the nature of our work and how you can help us reach out and support more people.