NGO Jobs in Kenya – RCTP

Program Description: The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV prevention and Treatment program working in over 140 clinics in Nyanza, Kenya.
 

We are seeking a motivated, pro-active individual to work on the THINK2 Study. 

THINK2 is a longitudinal observational study of individuals with HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders.
 
Job Title: Study Clinical Officer 
(1 Position)
 
Reports to: The Principal Investigator
 
Location: Suba
 
Duration: Oct 2014 through to 30 April 2015
 
Vacancy No. FN-41-09-2014
 
Job Summary: The incumbent will oversee daily clinical activities of the research project at the Suba site.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Carry out medical and neurological examinations, interpret laboratory results, perform lumbar punctures
  • Conduct neuropsychological testing
  • Dispense and manage medications
  • Accurate and prompt study documentation, safety monitoring and follow-up of adverse events
  • Assist with data entry and verification
  • Reports to the Assistant Study Coordinators
  • Other duties as assigned
Key Requirements:
 
Education: Diploma in Clinical Medicine with current registration with Clinical Officers Council of Kenya
 
Experience:
  • At least one year experience with clinical research
  • At least one year experience in provision of HIV care including anti-retrovirals
Other Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Fluent spoken English, Dholuo, and Kiswahili required

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist 
(6 Positions)
 
Reports to: SEARCH Laboratory Coordinator
 
Duty Station: Suba/Rongo Districts
 
Duration: 9 Months
 
Vacancy Number: FN-42-09-2014
 
Job Summary: Successful applicants will be responsible for running tests in the field laboratory station during the community health campaigns, Post CHC tracking and processing samples in the
mobile RNA laboratory station.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform SEARCH study specific assays: POC CD4 using PIMA™ analyzers, HIV rapid tests, Malaria RDTs, Sputum for AFB, and Blood glucose levels, Full haemogram and blood Chemistries e.g. Liver function tests and renal function tests
  • Sample collection and processing: Infant DBS and finger prick whole blood capillary blood for viral load RNA
  • Adhering to Professional Code of Conduct and Research Ethics
  • Preparing Sample aliquots, archival and storage in the freezer works software
  • Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipments
  • Laboratory Waste segregation and management
  • Stock control using stock cards
  • Ensure efficient chain of custody of all samples collected, laboratory study documents, results and perform tests as per the specific laboratory SOPs
  • Projection on consumables and reagents, and re-ordering whenever due.
  • Any other duty as assigned by the laboratory coordinator
Key Requirements:
  • Diploma in Medical laboratory Technology from the Kenya Medical Training College or any relevant, recognized institution
  • Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
  • Current KMLTTB Practicing License
  • Current and valid Motorcycle riding license would be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 
1. Laboratory Skills:
  • Good clinical and laboratory practices training (GCLP)
  • Phlebotomy :Venous whole blood and capillary blood collection
  • Conduct rapid HIV antibody testing, Malaria RDT test, Blood sugar tests, Sputum for AFB and DBS sample collections
  • Sample archival and storage
  • CD4 count using PIMA Machine
  • Laboratory commodity management
2. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
 
3. Should embrace community-based development work.
 
4. Knowledge of computer software applications including MS-Office suite.
 
5. Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in Suba/Mbita and Rongo Districts. 

Applications must include the following:
  • A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project
  • A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
  • Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
  • At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers
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 30th September 2014

eMail: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
 
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
 
Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email.
 
Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. 

Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. 

Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified. 

KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer. 


Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.