Job Description
Vacancy No: CGHR/221/11/21
Position: Research Administrator (9 positions) KMR6
Location: Kisumu
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Essential Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Social Science, Applied Sciences, Education,
Public Health, or related field from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in the use of computers.
• Experience in field management of surveys
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Desired Skills, Competences and Abilities
• Qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively
• High level of attention to detail in data management
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Organizing and supervising the implementation of assigned field activities and related support duties
2. Preparing and submitting reports on study status and deliverables
3. Developing and designing local training and capacity building in collaboration with the study
investigators
4. Under minimal direction, coordinating a wide range of research procedures and conducting a variety
of complex tasks determined by the field and scope of the study
5. Working as part of a team in contributing to the analysis of results under the direction of the project
PI and data team, collating, managing data during data collection periods (monthly) and providing
quality assurance/quality control
6. Coordinating and carrying out designated research tasks, making use of selected methodology and
materials, desk research, statistical analysis, or other investigative techniques
7. Support the submission of periodic reports of project status to the PI, regularly suggesting additional
tests or modifications in current procedures
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employment is three months (3) contract. Salary is as per the stated salary scale.
Applications MUST include the following:
• Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER)
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
• Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates and Transcripts
• Contact telephone number