Impact
Research and Development Organization is a registered Kenyan Non-Governmental
Organization (IRDO) with a main office in Kisumu and regional offices in over
15 districts in Nyanza, Rift Valley and Western Provinces.
IRDO’s principal mandate is to design, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS research
and intervention programs that improve the health of individuals and local
communities. We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill in the following positions.
Coordinators:
HIV
Prevention Studies and Programs (5 positions)
Job Summary:
Provides oversight for
and coordination of IRDO studies or programs.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Work with
Principal Investigator/Program Manager to hire study staff and oversee
their orientation, training and performance.
- Develop, up-
date and oversee the implementation of SOPs/Work Plans.
- Ensure that
study/program activities are carried out according to the guidelines.
- Ensure that
correct information is relayed to clients and other stakeholders in a
timely manner.
- Serve as a
liaison person between the IRDO, staff, clients and the general community.
- Prepare and
submit progress reports at required intervals; present at meetings and
conferences.
Minimum
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Must have a
Bachelors degree in Social Sciences or health related field; Masters
degree in relevant field added advantage
- Must have 3
years supervisory experience in HIV prevention research or programs,
preferably in a busy NGO.
- Other
competencies: Ability to multi-task; excellent writing and presentation
skills; excellent communication skills and teamwork; can work long hours,
including weekends and public holidays when necessary; proficient in
Microsoft Office packages.
Submit signed application with words “Research Coordinator” or “Program Coordinator” on cover letter (submit only one application).
Include
current CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone
numbers of three professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach
the undersigned not later than 31st May 2013.
Only
applicants responsive to these requirements will be short-listed, and
contacted.
The Human Resources Officer,
Impact Research and Development Organization
P. O. Box 9171 - 40141
Kisumu.
