Project
description
The Spatial Repellents (SR) project
is funded by UNITAID and seeks to fill the gaps for assessing spatial repellent
products efficacy, deployment and uptake strategies. In this regard, Kenya has
been selected as the site for conducting the epidemiological evaluation of
spatial repellent product efficacy in a high malaria transmission setting. This
study will be conducted in Busia County over the next two years. The project
seeks to fill the following position(s).
Position: Research Officer MR 11
Location: Busia County with residence
around the KEMRI ALUPE Campus in Busia
Duration: One (1) year with a
possibility of extension
Reporting to: Principal Investigator
Qualifications
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BSc Nursing plus MSc Epidemiology or
MPH from a recognized University. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
(MB. ChB) with MSc Epidemiology or MPH will also be considered.
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MSc in Epidemiology, Public Health or
related field
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Excellent written and verbal
communication skills.
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At least 3 years professional
experience in epidemiological research relevant to the transmission and/or
control of tropical infectious diseases
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Previous experience working in a
multi-disciplinary team including with ministry of health teams and community
health worker teams
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Strong hands-on experience with
current methods of epidemiology surveillance; having worked in a
multidisciplinary, multi-site project will be an added advantage
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Strong supervisory and management
skills
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Strong data management and analysis
skills
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Strong project budgeting skills
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Possession of a valid certificate in
human subjects research protection (Mandatory but can be acquired during
in-processing)
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Ability to work independently, in a
timely manner and under minimum supervision
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Willingness to reside in field study
sites
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Experience working in/with a Public
health Institutions
Responsibilities
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The primary role of the SR Epidemiology
Program Manager will be to oversee the implementation of the epidemiologic
components of the study during the conduct of the SR study in consultation with
the Social Science and Entomology Program Managers
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Lead the development of an epidemiological
surveillance plan and standard operating procedures for all activities under
the surveillance plan. Manage and supervise field-based
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epidemiology team of >35 people
including clinical officers and community interviewers, to ensure adherence to
SOPs for participant enrolment and monthly follow ups. Manage and supervise
laboratory-based teams comprising microscopists and lab technologists based at
the KEMRI ALUPE Campus.
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Coordinate activities of field staff,
laboratory staff and data management staff to ensure seamless flow of
activities and data
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Data cleaning and summaries of all
epidemiological data including preliminary analysis in consultation with the PI
and data manager.
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Preparation of Epidemiological
reports and submission of the same to the PI in a timely fashion
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Oversight of procurement and
inventory supplies and equipment for the epidemiology component of the study
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Implement capacity-building efforts
to increase and expand the skills of local counterparts and field team
technicians.
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Participate in planning meetings and
scheduled conference calls with the study team and study partners
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Perform any other related duties that
may be assigned from time to time
Terms of Employment: One (1) year
renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a Probation period for
the first 3 months.
Remuneration
Compensation is negotiable within a
relevant grade, based on education levels, relevant experience and demonstrated
competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental
amounts.
How To Apply
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Letter of application (Indicate
vacancy No.)
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All applicants must meet each
selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
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Must include a current CV with names
of at least 2 referees.
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Must include copies of academic and
professional certificates.
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Must include a copy of Certificate of
good conduct
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Must have KRA Certificate of Tax
compliance
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Must have Clearance Certificate from
HELB
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Must have credit reference Bureau
Certificate
Apply to Deputy Director, CGHR, P.O.
Box 1578-40100, Kisumu not later than August 13, 2019.
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 RECRUITMENT 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
