Thulani Chapel Jele
Manzini,MA
Summary
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
TB Laboratory Focal
National TB Control Program
04.2021 - Current
- Planning, implementing , managing, monitoring and coordinating TB laboratory diagnostics activities in the TB laboratory network.
- Training and mentorship of health workers on laboratory testing, specimen referral, biosafety, quality management system, laboratory logistics management, and external quality assessments.
- Supports sample referral and result flow mechanisms through participation in development and revision of guidelines, tools, and SOPs, national and regional sample referral system planning meetings, regional performance reviews, monitoring the performance of laboratory sample referral.
- Engage and interact professionally with lower level, mid- and senior-level government and development partner officials to strengthen TB laboratory services
- TB Laboratory System Strengthening; TB, Policies development, guidelines development, Leadership and Management; Laboratory Quality Management systems, accreditation, Laboratory workforce development; EQA schemes, equipment and supply chain management; Laboratory Information Systems; National Sample Transportation and results delivery Systems; Biosafety/Biosecurity and introduction of innovative molecular technologies.
- Technical assistance, coordination and partnerships with local, international stakeholders/partners and various government ministries of Health.
- Development, reviewing and implementing laboratory policy and strategic plans
- Development, reviewing and implementing standardized laboratory SOPs, protocols and guidelines Budgeting and financial performance monitoring Procurement and Supply chain management; workforce development.
- Training and mentorship, curriculum development and delivery: TB Laboratory tests, SLMTA/SLIPTA, LQMS among others.
- Capacity assessment and Quality Improvement
- Various laboratory techniques for HIV/TB diagnostics and management (AFB microscopy, Xpert MTB/Rif, Culture, MGIT, DST, LPA, TB Sequencing)
- Participate in compiling and reviewing of progress updates/ disbursement requests (PU/DR) for Global fund reporting.
- Participate in National program reviews, regional performance reviews, GLC missions, Global Fund grant application, Diagnostic Network Optimization and strategic plan development.
Medical Laboratory Technologists (Safety Officer)
Eswatini Health Laboratory Services
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Biosafety, biosecurity and tecnical compliance with ISO 15190 consultations
- Reviewing the biosafety aspect of all plans, protocols and operating procedures for research work involving infectious agents prior to the implementation of such activities
- Periodic internal biosafety audits on technical methods, procedures and protocols, biological agents,materials and equipment.
- Developing and implementing emergency preparedness plan
- Verification that all staff has received appropriate biosafety training, annual medical surveillance and provision of continuing education in biosafety.
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Eswatini Health Laboratory Services
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Participate in implementing ISO 15189
- Participated in two major researches; Eswatini Tuberculosis Prevalence Survey (TB-PS 2018) andSwaziland National TB Drug Resistance Survey (TB-DRS 2017).
- Perform TB related and other laboratory tests and ensure timely processing of results and ensure theirdissemination to the relevant users.
- Collaborate in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures.
- Implement quality improvement projects in the laboratory.
- Implement and ensure adherence to good laboratory practices.
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Paramedic Laboratory
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Sample collection, analysis and results validation for all laboratory tests performed. Implement and ensure adherence to good laboratory practices.
- Ensure that preventative maintenance of equipment is performed and documented.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology And Bacteriology
University of South Africa
03-2026
PGD - Public Health
University of The Western Cape
04-2023
BSc - Medical Laboratory Science SGSCE
Southern Africa Nazarene University
10-2016
IGSCE -
Magubheleni High School
12-2011
Skills
- Using GF procurement systems (WAMBO and GDF) Tender
- Program performance evaluation
- Knowledge and experience on ISO 9001, ISO 15189 and ISO 15190 Research
- Laboratory Quality Management Systems - SLMTA/SLIPTA Team
- Knowledge on IDSR and One Health Approach
- Biosafety and biosecurity, first aid
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, Stata and KoboCollect
- Work under pressure with minimal supervision
- Problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills Excellent
- Uphold quality standards
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
Siswati
English
References
Ayanda, Ngwenya, Laboratory Manager, ngwenyapan@gmail.com, +26876322153
Dr Welile Sikhondze, TB Technical Advisor, welile.sikhondze@gmail.com, +26878068149
Bheki Mamba, NTCP Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor, bisto.samba@live.com, +26878136657
Affiliations
- Eswatini Medical and Dental Council (EMDC)
- Eswatini Medical Laboratory Technologists Association
Timeline
TB Laboratory Focal
National TB Control Program
04.2021 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologists (Safety Officer)
Eswatini Health Laboratory Services
11.2017 - 03.2021
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Eswatini Health Laboratory Services
10.2016 - 11.2017
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Paramedic Laboratory
07.2016 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Medical Microbiology And Bacteriology
University of South Africa
PGD - Public Health
University of The Western Cape
BSc - Medical Laboratory Science SGSCE
Southern Africa Nazarene University
IGSCE -
Magubheleni High School
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