Program description: This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in Malaria, HIV, Parasitology, TB and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the collaboration would like to fill a vacancy in the following position for the ReSCOV Study within the DGHP branch
Position: Clerical Officer (4 Positions) KMR 10
Location: Siaya, Manyatta, Bondo
Reporting to: Research Administrator
Qualifications
- O-Level
secondary education with a minimum grade of a D+ (plus)
- Excellent
working experience with Microsoft Office suite, tablet-based data entry
platforms.
- GCP
certificate
- Fluency
in English, Swahili and Luo and be able to translate from any of these
languages
- Ability
to ride and maintain a motorcycle and in possession of valid driving
license
- Experience
in electronic data collection e.g smartphone, tablets
- Be
a resident or willing to live and work in the study area
- Experience
in working in a research /hospital setting is an added advantage
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent
computing skills
- Good
interpersonal communication skills
- Be
able to work both independently and in a team
- Attention
to details and good work ethics
- Ability
to write brief reports and keep records that are clear and legible
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Job description:
Reporting to the Research
Administrator the Clerical Officer will be responsible for consenting, follow
up and retention of study participants.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist
in identification of potential participants
- Consent
and recruit eligible participants
- Schedule
participants for follow ups
- Complete
study forms accurately & completely
- Ensure
he/she has the requisite supplies in good time
- Work
closely with the data team to resolve queries
- Maintain
strict confidentiality of sensitive research information
- Participate
in monthly program meetings
- Relate
well with MOH staff and CHVs and the community
- Perform
any other duties assigned/delegated by the immediate supervisor.
How to Apply
- 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: This is a one–year (1) contract as
per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months.
Salary: Compensation is within the relevant grade, based on
educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.
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APPLY
All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website www.kemri.go.ke/e-recruitment portal–
on or before October 6, 2022, latest 5.00 p.m. Please visit the KEMRI web site http://www.kemri.go.ke for more details on
the advertisement.
Application letter should
be addressed to the Deputy Director, CGHR, P.O Box 1578-40100, Kisumu
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED 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 SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION,
INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH
REQUEST IMMEDIATELY
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
