The Nyanza Reproductive Health
Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu.
NRHS is dedicated to improving the reproductive health of men and women.
NRHS has several research projects
related to HIV prevention and reproductive health.
NRHS wishes to recruit for the
following position for its Prepex for Positives Research Study
Job Title: Data Entry and Management Clerk
Location: Kisumu
Reporting to: M&E Manager
Purpose: Responsible for data entry and management of data gathered within and outside the clinic.
Purpose: Responsible for data entry and management of data gathered within and outside the clinic.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares source data for computer entry by
compiling and sorting information; establishing entry priorities.
- Processes research study and patient documents
by reviewing data for deficiencies; resolving discrepancies; returning
incomplete documents to the study staff for resolution as necessary.
- Enters clients’ data by inputting alphabetic
and numeric information on keyboard or optical scanner according to screen
format.
- Maintains data entry requirements by following
data program techniques and procedures.
- Verifies entered data by reviewing,
correcting, deleting, or re-entering data; purging files to eliminate
duplication of data.
- Tests clients and account system changes and
upgrades by inputting new data; reviewing output.
- Secures information by completing data base
backups.
- Maintains operations by following policies and
procedures and adherence to protocol.
- Communicates with study coordinator, Research
Director, Principal Investigator personally or electronically to ensure
adherence to protocol and integrity of data.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing
tasks as needed.
Qualifications and competencies
- A diploma in Information Technology or data
management or equivalent professional level
- Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a
research setting.
- Sound knowledge of MS Office, and Stata or its
equivalent.
- Experience with RedCap software desirable
- Prior GCP and Human subjects training is
desirable
- Proficiency in touch-typing for rapid and
accurate data entry
Desirable attributes:
- Confidentiality
- Thoroughness
- Data Entry Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Able to work with limited supervision
- Proactive and reliable
Job Title: Recruiters / Tracers
Location: Kisumu
Reporting to: Study
Clinical Officer
Purpose: Carry out & coordinate mobilization and tracing activities in the district
Purpose: Carry out & coordinate mobilization and tracing activities in the district
Duties & Responsibilities:
- In conjunction with study team, develop and
implement recruitment strategy for research study participants.
- Provide recommendations for modification of
recruitment and tracing protocols as needed, including narrative reports
as requested.
- Linking up and working together with various stakeholders
in Kisumu County in the promotion of research study participant
recruitment in Kisumu county
- Assist in implementation of recruitment
sessions at public places such as bus stages and beaches
- Support the development of key messages and
coming up with innovative ways of recruiting research study participants
from the community.
- Develop strong relationships with selected
CBOs and work with them for recruitment of research study participants
Qualifications and competencies
- A diploma in social work & community
related studies or equivalent professional level preferred
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience as a
recruiter/tracer or community outreach worker.
- At least 1 year experience in clinical
research with VMMC mobilisation preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to speak and write English, Kiswahili
& Dholuo
- Prior Human subjects training is desirable
- Good knowledge of Kisumu, its people and its
environs
Desirable attributes:
- Excellent verbal and written communication
skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Able to work with limited supervision
- Proactive and reliable
Job Title: Drivers
Location: Kisumu
Reporting to: Head
of Transport
Purpose: Responsible for transporting study staff and participants as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Purpose: Responsible for transporting study staff and participants as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ascertain that the assigned project vehicle is
in operable condition
- Diagnosis of faults and reporting the
same to the head of transport
- Anticipation of vehicle needs to ensure
optimal performance
- Filling out of work tickets daily and ensuring
that the designated vehicle is always clean and presentable
- Ensure that fuel is obtained from and
maintenance is done by appointed dealers only
- Perform other tasks as directed by the
immediate supervisor or study coordinator
Qualifications and competencies
- Good written and verbal communication skills
in English, Dholuo, and Kiswahili
- Impeccable honesty and reliability
- Ability to work independently with minimal
supervision
- Good knowledge of Kisumu and its environs
- Valid driving license class BCE
- C- or above in KCSE or equivalent
- Certificate in defensive driving
- Must be 25 years of age and above
- At least 5 years experience accident free
- Must be a resident of Kisumu
Desirable attributes:
- Confidentiality
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Able to work with limited supervision
- Proactive and reliable
Applications Should Include:
- A cover letter detailing current work, prior
experience and qualifications in the areas described above, telephone and
e-mail contact
- A current CV & cover letter which should
be in one document
- Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at
least 3 professional referees
Apply via email to
humanresources@nrhskenya.org with the job title on the subject line.
Applications should be received by
the Human Resources Manager on or before 6th November, 2015
