Program Coordinators
KEMRI/CDC PROGRAM
Vacancy No. K10/02/14
Program description:
Due to its
continued growth, the International Emerging Infections Program (IEIP –EID 4)
under the Global Disease Detection (GDD) Branch has vacancies to fill.
Position: Program Coordinators (2
positions) - MR 11
Reports to: IEIP Principal Research
Officer/GDD-Nyanza Branch Chief
Locations: Kisumu and Nairobi
Essential Requirements:
- Education – A minimum of a Masters degree in Public Health, Science or Social sciences
- At least three (3) years experience leading a research team in clinical, epidemiological, sociological, demographic or population science research and/or program management
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili (written and oral)
Desirable Qualities:
- Experience in oral and poster scientific presentations using presentation software (MS PowerPoint)
- Experience in scientific writing and scientific protocol development
- Proven experience working with statistical packages (SAS, SPSS, STATA), spreadsheet programs (MS Excel) and database programs (MS Access, FoxPro, Paradox)
- Good judgment in problem solving, awareness of own limitations, and strong internal motivation
- Ability to multitask, coordinate and supervise various teams
Job Summary:
The IEIP
Program Coordinators will work closely with the branch chief and other IEIP
leadership to develop and oversee implementation of topically focused
portfolios of epidemiological research and surveillance projects and public
health response activities.
Possible
areas of topical focus include respiratory diseases, diarrheal diseases and
nutrition, acute febrile illnesses, population-based infectious disease
surveillance systems, among others.
The Program
Coordinators will supervise and support teams of junior scientific staff, in
consultation with the branch chief and other IEIP leadership, to design and
implement public health research and intervention studies, collect and analyze
epidemiological data, and disseminate results (including through scientific
publications and presentation).
In
addition, the incumbents will monitor and advise the branch chief and other
IEIP leadership on matters of project staffing, budget preparation and efficient
allocation of resources.
A
fundamental responsibility of the Program Coordinators will be to ensure the
highest scientific quality and integrity of data and dissemination materials
generated within their areas of focus within IEIP.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the conceptualization and development of protocols
- Assist in the design and implementation of various projects in IEIP
- Work with scientific and administrative staff to ensure collection of high quality data
- Conceptualize and develop analytical plans for various data
- Work with branch staff to conduct analyses and develop scientific abstracts and manuscripts
- Conduct regular meetings with scientific staff and be updated on the progress of studies
- Liaise with the administrative section to ensure resources are available and allocated prudently
- Oversee human resource management to ensure that section staffing is optimized
- Work closely with IEIP leadership to develop the capacity of branch staff through training and mentoring
- Diagnose program and research implementation problems
- Design and implement necessary organizational systems to ensure efficient and effective delivery of quality research and services
- Coordinate and supervise monitoring and evaluation systems
- Prepare and/or supervise preparation of reports for KEMRI, MOH, CDC, USAID, and other partners as needed
- Effectively represent the GDD/IEIP program in national and international venues
- Write performance reports and ensure performance targets are met
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor
Applications should include the
following:
- Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
- Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
- Letters of reference from your referees
- Copies of Certificates and transcripts
Terms of
Employment: 1(one) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a
Probation period for the first 3 months.
Remuneration:
Compensation
is negotiable within the relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant
experience and demonstrated competency.
Applications
are due no later than: closing date has been moved to 7th March 2014 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
KEMRI/CDC
is an equal opportunity employer; women and disabled persons are Encouraged to
apply. KEMRI/CDC 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 request immediately to 0704-414 324.
Only
short-listed candidates will be contacted