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Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya and as currently established and dully accredited to continue to operate as such under the Science Technology and Innovation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