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Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya and as currently established and dully accredited to continue to operate as such under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 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 dynamic, innovative and experienced persons
to fill the following position:-
HOUSEKEEPER ASSISTANT KMR 10 (2 POSITIONS)
Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for Certificate holders
in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities will entail;
- Cleaning
of the Laundry room;
- collecting
and dispatching of Linen;
- Inspecting
and Sorting linen before washing;
- Washing
the linen;
- Ironing
and arranging linen;
- Issuing
the cleaned linen; and
- Keeping
records of the Laundry tools equipment, materials and stores
Qualifications
For direct appointment
this grade, an officer must have:
- Certificate
course in Laundry,
Housekeeping or Institutional Management
from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency
in Computer application; and
- Fulfil
the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Key Skills and Competencies
- Planning
skills
- Communication
skills
- Interpersonal
skills
- Team
player
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.
All the applications to
be done through www.kemri.org on or before 5th April 2021 not
later than 5.00 p.m.
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