The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya, Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 and currently under KEMRI Order 2021 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya. KEMRI’s vision is “to be a leading centre of excellence in human health research” and its mission is “to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building and service delivery”.
KEMRI seeks to recruit a dynamic, innovative and experienced person to fill the following;
RECORDS MANAGEMENT
ASSISTANT, JOB GROUP KMR 8 – (2 POSITIONS)
This is the entry and
training grade for Diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will
work under guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.
Responsibilities
The duties and
responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
- Participating in Implementation of records
management policies and procedures;
- Providing support in security of files and
information;
- Providing support in handling of documents,
pending correspondences and bring ups;
- Participating in disposal schedules in accordance
with relevant government laws and regulations;
- Providing support in Classifying and indexing of
records;
- Providing support in mail management; and
- Participating in maintaining, verifying and
evaluating existing records management
Qualifications
For appointment to this
grade, a candidate must have:-
- Diploma in Records Management, Information
Management, Information Science, Library Science or equivalent
qualification from a recognized Institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the
Constitution
Key Skills and
Competencies
- Organizational skills;
- Communication skills;
- Interpersonal skills;
- Integrity;
- Team player;
- Attention to detail;
How to Apply
Terms of
Employment: Employment is for one (1) year contract, as per KEMRI Human
Resource Policy and Procedures Manual with a probation period for the first
three (3) months.
The following will be
required during the interviews:- Certificate of good conduct, Higher Education
Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit
Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
clearance.
Kindly attach your cv,
cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional certificates,
testimonials and other relevant documents.
All the applications to
be done through KEMRI
Website www.kemri.go.ke/e- recruitment –
E-Recruitment Portal on or before 27th February
2022 latest 5.00 p.m.
Please visit the KEMRI
web site www.kemri.go.ke for more details on the advertisement.
KEMRI is an equal
opportunity employer committed to diversity. Persons with disability, women,
youth and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. KEMRI does not
charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including application,
interview and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such
request immediately.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted