Research Assistant Job in Kenya - NGO

Research Assistant

M/R 8
Location: Thika
Reports to: Country Director Scale-Up Project
Job Purpose: The Research Assistant will be responsible for field data collection.

Responsibilities

·         Timely abstraction of data from patients’ charts
·         Verify quality of data by comparing abstracted data to source documents
·         Ensure facilities have adequate data collection tools and request necessary supplies for the project
·         Liaise with the health facility staff to ensure project activities are conducted as scheduled
·         Providing project management team with regular feedback on field activities
·         Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Requirements

·         College diploma in nursing, or other health related field

·         Experience working in a Comprehensive Care Centre will be an added advantage
·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team
·         Past experience in electronic data collection using Survey CTO/ ODK desirable
·         Excellent organizational skills
·         Good interpersonal skills
Terms of Employment
Employment is on a one year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months.
Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
How to Apply:
·         All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements
·         Must include a current CV with names of at least 2 referees.
·         Must include copies of academic and professional certificates
·         Must include a copy of Certificate of good conduct
·         Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
·         Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
·         Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate
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