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Elamin Ahmed Elyass Ahmed

Cairo,Egypt

Summary

Accomplished laboratory professional with extensive expertise in laboratory leadership and operations, quality management systems (ISO 15189, CAP), and accreditation and audit readiness. Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and improvement, primary health care laboratory services, and laboratory information systems. Skilled in workforce development and training, workflow optimization, inventory and supply chain management, biosafety and regulatory compliance. Adept at critical thinking in science, clinical trials monitoring, titration proficiency, time and task organization, laboratory equipment handling, mass spectrometry operation, and genetic sequencing. Committed to advancing laboratory excellence through continuous process improvement and innovation.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Director – Hospital & Health Centers Laboratories Unit

Ministry of Health
Khartoum State, Sudan
2023.01 - Current

• Provided strategic leadership and operational oversight for laboratory services across 18 public hospital laboratories and 302 government primary health care center laboratories throughout Khartoum State.
• Directed and supervised a workforce of more than 700 laboratory professionals, including technologists, technicians, and laboratory assistants, ensuring high-quality service delivery and optimal workforce performance.
• Developed and implemented standardized laboratory policies and procedures aligned with national regulations and international best practices.
• Strengthened quality management systems by leading internal audits, monitoring laboratory performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Optimized laboratory operations through strategic resource planning, inventory management, workflow optimization, and continuous performance monitoring.
• Led laboratory modernization initiatives, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and technology upgrades to enhance diagnostic capacity and operational efficiency.
• Promoted workforce development through training, technical guidance, and capacity-building initiatives across the laboratory network.
• Ensured compliance with laboratory safety standards by implementing and monitoring occupational health and safety measures.
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support accurate and timely diagnostic services and improve patient care.
• Kept abreast of emerging laboratory technologies and best practices, introducing innovative approaches to improve laboratory performance and service delivery.

Head of Laboratory Department

Al-Daw Hajouj Reference Health Center
Khartoum , Sudan
2017.01 - 2023.01
  • Managed comprehensive laboratory operations across multiple diagnostic units.
  • Led the modernization and upgrading of laboratory facilities to align with the latest technological advancements in the field.
  • Implemented quality control systems improving accuracy and reliability of results.
  • Optimized workflows, resulting in improved turnaround time and service efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with ISO 15189 standards and best laboratory practices.
  • Oversaw LIS reporting systems, inventory management, and resource coordination.
  • Optimised lab procedures to improve test accuracy.
  • Devised strategic plans with senior management to align laboratory goals with organisational objectives.
  • Led team of technicians by providing clear guidance and instructions.

Executive Manager – Office of the Minister of Health

Ministry of Health
Red Sea State, Sudan
2015.01 - 2017.01

● Coordinated day-to-day administration across health sectors for steady service delivery.
● Planned and ran reporting systems supporting strategic directive delivery.
● Improved communication between departments to strengthen efficiency and routine workflows.
● Led strategic planning initiatives supporting company growth and longer-term goals.
● Oversaw financial reporting procedures to meet regulatory compliance requirements.
● Created a positive work environment improving employee satisfaction and retention rates.
● Managed high-stakes negotiations to secure beneficial contract terms.
● Improved customer relations through proactive service policies and follow-ups.
● Coordinated with cross-functional teams to encourage collaboration and innovation.

Supervisor & Head of Laboratory – Voluntary Agencies (Primary Health Care Programs)

Ministry of Health
Khartoum State, Sudan
2010.01 - 2015.01

● Coordinated and supervised laboratory services for 216 health center laboratories operated by national and international organizations working in the health sector across Khartoum State.
● Supported laboratory services within Primary Health Care (PHC) programs across multiple locations.
● Developed and implemented quality control systems aligned with PHC service delivery.
● Strengthened community-level laboratory services and diagnostic accessibility.
● Contributed to disease surveillance and public health program implementation.
● Supported training and supervision of PHC laboratory staff.

Laboratory Supervisor – Karari Locality (Primary Health Care Services)

Ministry of Health
Khartoum State, Sudan
2008.01 - 2010.01
  • Supervised laboratory services across PHC facilities and decentralised health units daily.
  • Delivered essential diagnostic services aligned with PHC priorities.
  • Maintained quality, safety, and compliance standards in resource-limited settings.
  • Supported community-level disease control and reporting systems actively.

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Al-Daw Hajouj Reference Health Center
, Sudan
2006.01 - 2008.01
  • Performed routine laboratory testing to verify result accuracy and reliability.
  • Prepared biological samples for testing using standard laboratory techniques.
  • Maintained calibration quality control and enforced safety procedures across equipment.
  • Conducted haematology, immunohematology, chemistry, and microbiology tests for valid quality results.
  • Provided laboratory support to clinicians to improve patient management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated patient care.

Education

Master’s Degree - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Al Zaiem Al Azhari University
Sudan
2012.03 - 2014.12

Bachelor of Applied Medical Sciences - Medical Laboratory Technology

6 October University
Sudan
1999.05 - 2003.09

Skills

  • Laboratory leadership and operations
  • Quality management systems (ISO 15189, CAP)
  • Accreditation and audit readiness
  • Quality control and improvement
  • Primary health care laboratory services
  • Laboratory information systems
  • Workforce development and training
  • Workflow optimization and process improvement
  • Inventory and supply chain management
  • Biosafety and regulatory compliance
  • Critical thinking in science
  • Clinical trials monitoring
  • Titration proficiency
  • Time and task organization
  • Laboratory equipment handling
  • Mass spectrometry operation
  • Genetic sequencing

Certification

  • CAP Inspection Team Member – 2024
  • Member – Sudanese Accreditation Council (ISO 15189)
  • Registered Specialist – Sudanese National Council for Medical & Health Professions
  • Good Standing Certificate

LANGUAGES

Arabic: Native
English: Fluent

REFERENCES

Available upon request

TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Quality Management & Systems
  • ISO 15189:2012 – Sudanese Accreditation Council
  • Total Quality Management (2018)
  • Laboratory Quality Management (30 hours) – 2015
  • Quality Assurance in Laboratories (2014)
  • Internal Control Process (2016)
  • Laboratory & Technical Skills
  • Tuberculosis Microscopy (2005)
  • Malaria Microscopy (2004)
  • Haematology Training (2004)
  • Management & Professional Skills
  • Training of Trainers (TOT) – 50 hours (2016)
  • Business Process Documentation – 20 hours (2015)
  • Laboratory Customer Service (2016)
  • National Laboratory Policy (2015)

ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS

  • Strong experience in health system strengthening and PHC integration
  • Proven leadership in resource-limited and complex environments
  • High adaptability and ability to work in diverse and multicultural settings
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Timeline

Director – Hospital & Health Centers Laboratories Unit

Ministry of Health
2023.01 - Current

Head of Laboratory Department

Al-Daw Hajouj Reference Health Center
2017.01 - 2023.01

Executive Manager – Office of the Minister of Health

Ministry of Health
2015.01 - 2017.01

Master’s Degree - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Al Zaiem Al Azhari University
2012.03 - 2014.12

Supervisor & Head of Laboratory – Voluntary Agencies (Primary Health Care Programs)

Ministry of Health
2010.01 - 2015.01

Laboratory Supervisor – Karari Locality (Primary Health Care Services)

Ministry of Health
2008.01 - 2010.01

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Al-Daw Hajouj Reference Health Center
2006.01 - 2008.01

Bachelor of Applied Medical Sciences - Medical Laboratory Technology

6 October University
1999.05 - 2003.09
Elamin Ahmed Elyass Ahmed