Data Internships Opportunities in Kenya - KEMRI

Data Internship

Location: Thika
Reports to: Data Manager
Job Purpose
To assist in data management including data collection, mining, filing, archiving, QA/QC, database updates, reports generation, etc.
The internship programme will be for six (6) months renewable once.

Responsibilities

·         Data collection, compilation , cleaning , investigational analysis and processing for entry into databases
·         Designing, improving and updating live databases for long term data storage and back-ups
·         Assisting in data analysis
·         Installing and configuring computer hardware, software systems, networks, printers and scanners
·         Ensure technology is accessible and equipped with current hardware and software
·         Trouble shoots all technology issues including hardware, software and network operating system
·         Preparing daily and weekly reports

·         Scanning and filing of records, archive systems in accordance to department procedures
·         Monitor security of all technology
·         Any other duties assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and computer science or a related field from a recognized university
·         Training on data analysis (STATA and or R)
·         Experience in data entry/data management an added advantage
·         Skills in database development
Competencies
·         Very Good IT skills including hardware, software and networks
·         Good communication skills.
How to Apply
A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above
should be sent to: 
phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org not later than 19th October 2018.
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 those shortlisted will be contacted.