Job Description
Vacancy No. CGHR/377/09/23
Program description:
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in collaboration with Washington State University (WSU) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) seek to recruit a highly motivated and pro-active individual to fill in the following vacancy in the Burden of Respiratory Disease among the Elderly Study within the DGHP Branch. The study aims to understand pathogen-specific incidence of respiratory illness among the older persons and estimate costs associated with influenza disease among the elderly population.
KMR 10
Reporting to: Research Administrator
Job Summary:
The Officer will be responsible in identifying, consenting recruitment, follow up and retention of
eligible study participants. S/he must be flexible and work within the existing structure, in a
professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity.
a) Job Descriptions
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -
• Assist in identification of potential participants
• Consent and recruit eligible participants
• Ensure consistent implementation of research protocol over time
• Schedule participants for follow ups
• Complete study forms accurately & completely
• Ensure he/she has the requisite supplies in good time
• Work closely with the data team to resolve queries
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive research information
• Participate in monthly program meetings
• Must be able to relate well with MOH staff and CHVs and the community
• Perform any other duties assigned/delegated by the study management.
b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
• KCSE mean grade D+ and above or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Fluency in both written and oral Luo, English & Swahili languages
• Possession of GCP certificate is an added advantage
• Be in possession of a valid motorcycle rider’s license and able to ride motorcycle.
• Experience in electronic data collection e.g smartphone, tablets
• Be a resident or willing to live and work in the study area
• Experience in working in a research /hospital setting is an added advantage
Terms of employment
This is a one (1) year contract, renewable subject to availability of funds, with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the KEMRI scheme of service depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.