Study Office Assistant
Ref: KEMRI/PTBI/OA/ 2017
Reports to: Project Administrator –PTBI
Location: Nairobi
Duration: 1 year renewable
Reports to: Project Administrator –PTBI
Location: Nairobi
Duration: 1 year renewable
Qualifications
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Certificate in Office
Administration/Management/Human Resource or related field
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Must have attained at least D+ in
KCSE
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Competent computer skills including
MS Office or equivalent
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Internet skills including use of
e-mails, group messaging and data collection
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Experience in front office management
or related areas for at least one year is required
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Certificate of good conduct mandatory
Job Responsibilities
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Maintain office orderliness
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Filing and ensures proper
organization of documents
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General errands
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Keep records for all study supplies
and inventory
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Organize for meetings and typing
minutes
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Organizing for travel and other staff
logistics
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Perform all other general duties as
determined by the project leadership
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Perform any other duties as assigned
by the supervisor
Desired Qualities
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Work management and prioritizing
skills is a plus
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Good verbal and written communication
skills
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Good problem solving abilities
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Attention to detail and accuracy
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Flexibility, reliability and
integrity are core.
Data Research Assistants
Ref: KEMRI/PTBI/DRA/2017
Reports to: Data Manager–PTBI
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
Reports to: Data Manager–PTBI
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
Qualifications
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Diploma in Community Health/ Health
Records and Information Technology or any other health related field
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At least 1 year experience in
research work especially in public health or medical field
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Degree in Biostatistics or Statistics
is an added advantage
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Good knowledge of Microsoft office
especially Access, Excel and Word.
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Experience with data base creation is
an added advantage
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Knowledge of health system is an
added advantage
Job Responsibilities
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Routine data collection from various
health facilities in Migori County-visit each facility monthly to collect data
in collaboration with facility staff for routine program data monitoring.
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Conduct data entry from the MOH
registers in the health facilitiesas well as organizing data strengthening
activities.
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Conduct data management activities in
response to data queries as needed.
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Support the data managers in their
duties.
Desired Characteristics
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Ability to work efficiently as part
of a team or independently, depending on the assigned task or situation are
desired
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Keenness and ability to work well
within a team and independently with minimal supervision and be able to develop
on the job
·
Excellent organizational skills and
ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines
·
Flexibility, ability to adapt to a
changing and challenging environment are desirable
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Ability to speak fluent English.
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Good verbal and written communication
skills.
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Keen to details and ability to work
well within a team and independently with minimal supervision and develop on
the job
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Ability to determine priorities and
meet deadlines.
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Willingness to travel to rural areas
Study Clinical Officer
Ref: KEMRI/PTBI/SCO/ 2017
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
Qualifications
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Diploma in Clinical Medicine (CO)
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Higher National Diploma in
Paediatrics is an added advantage
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At least 3 years of work experience
both in clinical and in medical research
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Very good knowledge of MS Office package
is required.
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Training in Good Clinical Research
Practices is an added advantage.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Collection of clinical data for the
project from the Health facilities
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Ensure quality of clinical follow-up
of participants
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Strengthen clinical care of preterm
babies
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Train staff on various components of
saving and enhancing care of the preterm babies
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Monitor and evaluate the consenting
process and address issues that arise accordingly
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Ensure research participants are
followed up for study end points
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Perform any other duties as may be
assigned by the supervisor
Desired Characteristics
·
Must demonstrate leadership skills
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Keenness and ability to work well
within a team and independently with minimal supervision and be able to develop
on the job
·
Excellent organizational skills and
ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines
·
Flexibility, ability to adapt to a
changing and challenging environment are desirable.
Study Nurse
Ref: KEMRI/PTBI/SN/2017
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Migori County
Duration: 1 year renewable
The Kenya Medical Research Institute
(KEMRI) and University of California San Francisco (UCSF) are collaborating in
a three-year implementation science study to decrease the burden of preterm
births and associated deaths.
The main activities will focus on
improving data use, health care quality improvements and capacity strengthening
around intrapartum and postnatal care. The project is conducted in Migori
County. The study seeks to fill the following position:
Qualifications
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Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN) (Degree in
nursing is an added advantage)
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At least 3 years of research work
experience in both clinical and medical research
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Good report writing skills is
mandatory.
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Very good knowledge of MS Office
package is required.
·
Training in Good Clinical Research
Practices is an added advantage.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Plan, coordinate and supervise
activities of the Community Health Volunteers (CHVs)
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Collection of daily consenting data
from the CHVs
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Ensure relevant tools are available
to the CHVs
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Monitor and evaluate the consenting
process and address any matters arising accordingly
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Ensure accurate records and reports
and maintain their safety as required
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Link up with other program leaders in
empowering and motivating PTBI affiliated CHVs on a regular basis through
trainings
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Address on-site challenges raised by
CHVs
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Ensure research participants are
followed up for study end points
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Perform any other duties as may be
assigned by the supervisor from time time
Desired Characteristics
·
Must demonstrate leadership skills
·
Keen and ability to work well within
a team and independently with minimal supervision and be able to develop on the
job
·
Excellent organizational skills and
ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines
·
Flexibility, ability to adapt to a
changing and challenging environment
Deputy Director, Research &
Development (R&D)
Job Group MR/16
Reporting to the Director KEMRI
Reporting to the Director KEMRI
Responsibilities
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Establish strategic partnerships for
research, innovations, and technology transfer and product development;
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Approve commercialization of research
products, services, and support intellectual property protection and related
activities;
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Oversee the development,
implementation and co-ordination of training programmes and capacity building
activities in the Institute;
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Spearhead the development and
implementation of resource mobilization strategy to support research and
innovations in the Institute;
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Ensure prudent resource management
and compliance to budgetary requirements and financial reporting;
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Ensure maintenance of accurate and up
to database of all Research assets including research projects and intellectual
properties;
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Oversee the preparation and
implementation of strategic plans and annual work plans for the Centres,
Scientific programmes and the Scientific Ethical Review Unit (SERU);
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Ensure compliance with research
policy, regulation, standards and guidelines;
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Facilitate dissemination, translation
and implementation of research findings;
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Interpret the Science, Technology and
Innovation Act and other relevant statutes in relation to the Institute;
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Spearhead partnerships,
collaborations and links with professional institutions and related bodies in
advancing the Institute’s interest;
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Developing and implementing
Institutional research Policy;
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Responsible for KEMRI’s scientific
dissemination demonstrated by policy briefs, publications and patents;
Requirements
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Served in a senior research position
for a minimum period of 10 years 5 of which must have been in senior management
level in human health research;
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A proven track record in scientific
research supported by funding and at least ten (10) scientific publications in
referred journal;
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A proven track record in leadership
and management with at least seven (7) years of experience at Senior Management
level. Strategic management experience will be a definite added advantage;
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Bachelors degree in any of the
following fields;-Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy,
·
Biomedical Sciences, Public Health or
any relevant Social Science from a recognized Institution;
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Masters degree in any of the
following fields;-, Medicine/Pharmacy/Dentistry,
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Veterinary Medicine, Biomedical
Sciences, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, or any relevant
·
Social Science from recognized
institution;
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Doctor of Philosophy degree in any of
the following fields:-Biomedical Sciences,
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Public Health, Clinical Medicine/
Surgery/ Community Health, Epidemiology or any relevant Social Sciences from a
recognized institution;
·
Meet the requirement of Chapter six
of the Constitution;
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Demonstrate a high degree of
integrity, honesty and commitment to good corporate governance and excellence
in performance; and
·
Membership to a relevant professional
body;
Terms of Service
The successful candidates will be
engaged on a three (3) year contract renewable.
Director
Job Group MR/17
KEMRI seeks to recruit dynamic,
innovative and experienced persons to fill the following position:
Responsible to the KEMRI Board of
Management, the Director KEMRI shall provide strategic leadership and shall be
in charge of the day-to-day running of the Institute on behalf of the Board of
Management. The highly performing and results-oriented leader will ensure
achievement of the Institute’s goals, objectives and agreed performance
targets.
Director Job Responsibilities
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Ensure excellence in research and
innovation for human health;
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Be responsible for the day-to-day
operations of the Institute;
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Provide appropriate support and
leadership to employees of the Institute;
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Responsible for the achievement of
the objectives of the Institute;
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Prepare the annual operating budgets
and establish proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures;
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Develop and recommend to the Board
the Institute’s research and development strategy;
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Responsible for the execution and
communication of the Board’s strategies, decisions and policies;
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Ensure that the Institute has an
effective management structure including succession plans;
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Maintain a high performance
organization drivenby talented and competent staff who consistently deliver
outstanding results;
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Cultivate an atmosphere of trust for
the creation and delivery of high quality, effective and accountable systems;
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Ensure that all Board papers are
accurately written, relevant and availed to the Board members on time;
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Serve as the link between the
Institute and the Ministry of Health and other
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Government agencies;
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Serve as the link between the Board
and the Management;
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Responsible for stakeholder
management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the Institute;
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Coordinate and prepare business
related proposals, reports and other submissions for consideration by the
·
Board and other decision makers
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Ensure continuous improvements in the
quality and value of services and products provided by the Institute;
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Ensure continuous achievement of the
Institute’s financial and operating goals and objectives;
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Oversee and ensure implementation of
Institute policies and procedures;
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Maintain a conducive work environment
for attracting, retaining, and motivating employees;
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Foster a culture that promotes
ethical and good corporate governance;
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Take responsibility as the principal
spokesperson of the Institute; and
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Ensure that the Institute complies
with the relevant laws;
Requirements
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Be a Kenyan citizen;
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Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in
any of the following fields;-Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine,
Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health or any relevant Social Science
from a recognized Institution;
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Be a holder of Master’s degree in any
of the following fields;-, Clinical Medicine/ Surgery/ Dentistry, Veterinary
Medicine, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Community Health,
Epidemiology, or any relevant Social Science from a recognized institution;
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Be a holder of Doctor of Philosophy
degree in a relevant field;
OR Hold equivalent experience;
OR Hold equivalent experience;
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Must be registered with a relevant
professional body;
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Have at least ten (10) years’
experience in research five (5) of which must be in a Strategic leadership
position in a large research organization;
·
Training in Business, Management and
Leadership will be an added advantage;
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Demonstrated research experience with
publications in reviewed journals;
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Demonstrated ability to fund raise
and manage grants;
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Have the ability to initiate, develop
and enhance current and future collaborative activities of the Institute with
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relevant partners and donors;
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Have experience in Government
procedures in financial management, procurement, Human Resource and Security
management regulations and policies that govern State corporations;
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Demonstrate a high degree of
professional competence, management and leadership capabilities and initiative
in the general organization and management of research and a thorough
understanding of research policies and regulations;
·
Possess excellent communication
skills;
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Meet the requirement of Chapter six
of the Constitution; and
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Demonstrate a high degree of
integrity, honesty and commitment to good corporate governance and excellence
in performance
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send
copies of their applications enclosing a detailed CV, copies of certified
certificates, professional qualifications, email address, a day time telephone
contact and the details and contact information for three referees to the
following address, not later than 27th June, 2017.To:
The Chairman
KEMRI Board of Management
P.O. Box 54840 –00200
NAIROBI
KEMRI Board of Management
P.O. Box 54840 –00200
NAIROBI
Please write the Position applied for
on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Application letter. Applications
must be sent through the address in the advert.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
KEMRI is an equal opportunity
employer committed to diversity. Persons with disability, women, youth and
those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.