Summary: Biomedical Intern at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)

Job Details

  • Deadline: October 20, 2026
  • Company: Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
  • Location: Stationed at Dar es Salaam Office (supporting 22 health facilities with occasional in-country travel)

Job Description

Biomedical Intern at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)

Biomedical Intern

Job Overview

Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is seeking a qualified, proactive

to join its team. Stationed at the Dar es Salaam Office, the intern will support the

Newborn Essential Solutions and Technologies (NEST) program

which focuses on implementing comprehensive newborn care through lifesaving technologies, clinical and technical capacity building, and sustainable equipment maintenance networks across health facilities.

Key Information

Organization

Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)

Program

Newborn Essential Solutions and Technologies (NEST)

Duty Station

Stationed at Dar es Salaam Office (supporting 22 health facilities with occasional in-country travel)

Closing Date

October 20, 2026

(Note: Listed as Oct 20 in body / Oct 25 in overview)

Roles & Responsibilities

PPM Data Collection & System Entry

Coordinate, collect, and enter monthly Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) data from 22 health facilities into the

REDCap

system accurately and on time; verify data completeness and generate monthly summary reports.

Accessories, Consumables & Spare Parts (ACS) Tracking

Collect, update, and consolidate quarterly ACS tracking data from dispatched supplies across facilities to monitor inventory levels and escalate stock issues.

Hadli System Hardware Monitoring

Track hardware performance and downtime across health facilities, document technical incidents, follow up on troubleshooting with facility technicians, and coordinate hardware replacements with the Hadli technical team.

Programme Support & Field Engagement

Assist in developing job aids and technical training materials, compile field reports, collaborate across program tracks (Data, Mentorship, Continuous Quality Improvement), and participate in periodic facility visits.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering.

Experience

Experience or familiarity with

Microsoft Excel, or similar biomedical/data management systems.

Core Competencies & Skills

Proficient in data entry, data analysis, report writing, and presentation.

Technical problem-solving skills and sharp attention to detail.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both

Swahili and English

.

Ability to work independently, multitask, and collaborate with diverse health stakeholders.

Willingness to travel in-country as required by the program.

Remuneration & Benefits

An attractive and competitive allowance package will be offered to the successful candidate in accordance with IHI intern allowance scales.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application package (CV, Cover Letter, and Academic Credentials) through IHI’s official recruitment portal or designated submission channels before the deadline.

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