KEMRI
/ CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration
Vacancy
No: K41/04/2013
Program
description: This
program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research
in malaria, HIV and other diseases.
Position:
Data Clerk (MR 4)
1
Position
Reporting
to:
Data Analyst
Location:
Nairobi
Minimum
Requirements: Education:
High School Certificate KCSE Minimum C- Or its Equivalent Certificates in
computer Operation packages (Ms Word, Ms.Excel, Ms.Power point Access) One
year’s experience in data using Microsoft Access, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint
Desirable
Qualities:
- Understanding of
importance of quality and timely data.
- Ability to work
independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to
maintain confidentiality of medical records and observe good clinical
practice.
- Good typing and
data entry speed.
- Ability to work
well with others in a team.
Position
Summary:
The incumbent will work as a member of the Data Management Team and will be
responsible for retrieval, organizing, entering and cleaning of data into
computer systems and filling data for the Influenza program in Nairobi.
Essential
Job Functions: Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensuring timely
and accurate data entry into the databases.
- Cleaning and
ensuring completeness of electronic and hard copy data.
- Support with
data scanning and verification.
- Assist in
setting up and management of the databases.
- Assist in the
compilation and ad hoc analysis of data.
- Ensue all data
(soft and hard copy) is documented and filed appropriately.
- Maintaining data
security and confidentiality.
- Any other duties
as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Position:
Data Specialist
MR
7
1
Position
Location: Nairobi
Reports
to:
Data Manager.
Essential
Requirements: Diploma
in Information Technology, IMIS, Database Management, Health Records or related
field One year’s experience in data Management
Desirable
Qualities
- Proficiency in
SQL database management and visual Basic.net application tools.
- Experience with
performing data capture and performing data checks especially with
scannable software.
- Excellent
knowledge of database programs such as MS Access, Excel and
Epi-info.
- Must be able to
type 25 wpm.
- Experience in
the use of electronic data capture tools including Smartphones, PDAs
etc
- Ability to
trouble shoot Smart-phones, PDA data collection software.
- Ability to
maintain confidentiality of Research medical records and observe good
clinical practice (GCP)
- Proficiency in
English and Kiswahili both written and oral.
Specific
Responsibilities
The
incumbent will work as a member of the Data Management Team, reporting to the
Data Manager with the following responsibilities:
- Ensure an efficient
Data collection, collation, verification scanning within the IEIP program
in Kibera.
- Ensuring a
smooth work relationship between data department and other IEIP-Nairobi
departments including the Field team.
- Preliminary data
cleaning and validations before uploading on a server.
- Performing data
entry whenever necessary as advised by supervisor.
- Documentation
including both physical and electronic filing.
- Assure data
quality is maintained throughout.
- Ensure by-weekly
upload of data from the field to the office servers.
- Any other duty
as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor
Position:
Computer Technologist III
1
Position
MR
7
Location:
Tabitha
Clinic- Kibera
Reports
to:
Clinic Administrator
Essential
Requirements:
Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics or equivalent Proficiency in standard
office tools will be required. A minimum of one year experience with Patient
Electronic Health System.
Desirable
Qualities:
- Attention to
details and good work ethics
- Ability to
maintain confidentiality of medical records and observe good clinical
practice (GCP)
- Good judgment in
problem solving, awareness of own limitations, and strong internal
motivation essential
- Be able to
prioritize tasks and meet set deadlines.
- Be able to work
well in a team
- Proficiency in
excel, Access or other database applications, and internet research.
- Hard working,
diligent and ready to work in a multidisciplinary environment
- Excellent
interpersonal, written & verbal communication skills
- Experience with
electronic household survey data collection in Kibera.
- Knowledge of
computer programming languages e.g. Visual Basic or SQL will be an
advantage
- Training on Good
Clinical Practice (GCP).
Responsibilities
and Specific Tasks:
The
Computer Technologist will report to clinic Manager and perform the following
tasks;
- Overseeing the
registration of/verification of registration information of persons
enrolled in the surveillance program.
- Facilitating
cross working relationship between the field office, data office and the
clinic to ensure accurate data and timely communication.
- Maintain records
for all non surveillance patients as well as for those missing in the
database
- Communicate
closely with clinic team to ensure priority task are completed.
- Deal with
routine problems or issues related to the Electronic Health system that
arise in the course of data handling.
- Work closely
with the programmer to ensure that the Electronic Health system runs
smoothly.
- Verifying and
reconciling clinic visit forms received from the clinicians to ensure
completion and accuracy of demographics
- Perform other
duties as assigned
Applications
are due no later than: 9th May 2013 to:
Human
Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC
Program,
P.O.
Box 1578,
Kisumu.
Or
email to recruitment@kemricdc.org
or
log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org
Applications
MUST include the following: Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy
Number) Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address Three
letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses Copies
of Certificates
Note: Applications must
include copies of certificates/Transcripts. Applications without this will be
disregarded.
Internal
candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to
access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet;
print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before
forwarding application to HR.
The
KEMRI/CDC Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at
any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting
and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request
immediately to: 0701112145