FACES - Nyanza
Vacancy No. FN-012-04-2013
Vacancy No. FN-012-04-2013
Program Description:
The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is a collaboration
between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California,
San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).
Job Title: Study Coordinator
1 Position
Reports to: The Study Manager
Duty Station: Kisumu
Duration: Six Months
Key Requirements:
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Minimum of Diploma in social sciences, Public Health, Statistics
or related field from a recognized university (Degree is preferred)
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At least 2 years experience in a similar position for Diploma
holders and at least 1 year experience for Degree holders.
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Must be computer literate. Able to monitor, gather and evaluate
information of broad scope and complexity
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Have significant research management(public health or clinical
studies) experience with superb leadership and communications skills
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Familiar with qualitative research methods, including in-depth
interviewing and focus group discussions
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Able to provide daily direction to study staff in a dynamic
environment
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Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and communicate with
multi-disciplinary teams
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Excellent computer skills
Job Title: Field Workers
5 Positions
Reports to: MEM Study Coordinator
Duty Station: Kisumu
Duration: Three Months
Job Summary:
Job Summary:
The Field workers will work closely with other project staff to
mobilize participants for the study and trace study participants in the
community.
Key Requirements:
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Form Four /O level pass with a minimum C-(minus) grade and at
least a Certificate in Community Health, Social Work or relevant field.
·
At least one year experience in Community Health Work,
experience within a health research desired. Ability to transcribe recorded
qualitative interviews is an added advantage.
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Must be culturally adept, pro-active and have excellent
communication and interpersonal skills.
·
Demonstrable computer literacy an added advantage.
Job Title: Interviewers
5 Positions
Reports to: MEM Study Coordinator
Duty Station: Kisumu
Duration: Three Months
Job Summary:
The incumbent will be in charge of recruiting participants and
conducting qualitative interviews in selected locations
Key Requirements:
·
Higher Diploma or Degree in social science.
·
At least three years experience in qualitative (open-ended,
in-depth) research and able to conduct and transcribe qualitative interviews.
Experience can be with individual interviewing or focus groups.
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Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills; be
friendly and able to engage study participants in in-depth discussions.
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Experience in research and knowledge of the local languages of
Nyanza/Western province will be added advantage.
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Demonstrable computer skills in MS word are also an added
advantage.
All the
positions will be based in Kisumu Applications should include the following:
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A cover letter stating current work (if applicable) and current
salary
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A current CV with the names and telephone contacts of at least 2
referees
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At least two letters of reference preferably from a previous
employer
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Copies of academic and professional certificates
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Copy of the latest pay slip (where applicable)
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An email address and a telephone number (land line or mobile).
All
applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by
hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following
address by 06-May-2013, 5pm:
Email: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Please write the Vacancy Number indicated in the advert.
Note:
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification