Abdi Roba
Manager, National Virology Reference Laboratory
An energetic, resourceful person who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any task undertaken, or situation presented with. As a medical laboratory microbiologist graduate with 15 years of experience, I am excellent in working with others to achieve organization objectives in time and with excellence protecting citizens against the devastating effects of outbreaks caused by emerging and re-emerging diseases. As an expert in Mobile lab technology and a team member of the East Africa Laboratory Network project I have participated in the EAC Regional assessment of SARS-CoV-2 testing Laboratories in EAC partner states and participated in Ebola outbreak response in the Border town of Kisoro in the Republic of Uganda in 2019. Played a key role in the coordination and deployment of Mobile labs at Namanga One border post and Mai mahiu Dry port during COVID-19 outbreak in May 2020.
Core Skills
• Expert in molecular and serological techniques
• Cell culture expert
• Supportive team player and leader
• Staff training
• Adhering to standards and continuous improvement
• Supervision and performance monitoring