Job Description
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER, JOB GROUP
KMR 6 -(2 POSITIONS)
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under
guidance and supervision of a senior officer.
a) Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities will entail:-
i. Assisting in preparing the program for monitoring of quality assurance Activities;
ii. Assisting in carrying out quality checks of Research procedures and products;
iii. Assisting in preparing non-conforming reports and corrective action plan on
quarterly basis for decision making;
iv. Assisting in Developing non-conforming products reports and corrective action plan
on monthly basis; and
v. Assisting in Carrying out internal audits on quality compliance and follow-up audits;
b)Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
i. Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences or any other relevant field from a
recognized Institution;
ii. Proficient in computer applications; and
iii. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
c) Key Skills and Competencies
i. Planning skills;
ii. Creativity and innovation skills;
iii. Analytical skills;
iv. Communication and reporting skills;
v. Interpersonal skills;
vi. Ability to work independently and Team player.
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.
The following will be required during the interviews:- Certificate of good conduct, Higher
Education Loans Board compliance certificate, KRA Tax compliance certificate, Credit
Reference Bureau clearance certificate, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission clearance.
Kindly attach your cv, cover letter, copies of certified academic and professional
certificates, testimonials and other relevant documents.