VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Background Information:
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), in collaboration with the University of Washington
through an ICR funded grant (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) set up DASH Study, which aims to
evaluate whether on-demand, home-based rapid testing, or community health worker (CHW)-
facilitated rapid testing, improves testing adoption and access to care for select infectious diseases and
non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Kenya, Zambia, and South Africa. In Kenya, the study will be
conducted in Migori County and it’s seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates to fill up the
positions outlined below.
1.Position: Research Assistants ( 2 Positions) K MR 7 Vacancy No. FN-02-04-2024

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Location: Migori
Duration: 12 Months as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a
probation period

Job Specifications;
i. Ensure Blue/Green card and CRFs are entered in to the electronic databases (OpenMRS, Clinic
data works, NCD).
ii. Pull pre-programmed reports from Open MRS on a weekly basis and send it to the supervisors
every Friday.
iii. Compile weekly Blue/Green card and NCD card data entry report and send it to the
supervisors.
iv. Pull the weekly retention report and share with the Retention coordinator.
v. Support in correction of frequent data errors identified by the data coordinator.
vi. Update the appointment tracking databases.
vii. Making initial contacts with potential study subjects and introducing them to the study.
Recruit and obtain informed consent from study subjects.
viii. Manage calendar of appointments under supervision of study clinician.
ix. Filing and maintaining study documents as Patient files in the CCC.
x. Deliver reminders of appointment dates to study participants.
xi. Trace study participants.
xii. Ensuring proper documentation on all the study CRFs as well the MOH forms and Registers.
xiii. Maintaining and uploading study data on a daily basis under supervision of data officer.
Accurate and prompt study documentation.
xiv. Transport Reimbursement for the participant
xv. Other duties as assigned by the Study Coordinator
Qualifications:
i. Minimum Diploma in Social Work, Community Development or related fields
ii. Competent with computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint) and web-based applications (Skype); experience with qualitative data
management software (Dedoose, Atlas Ti, NVivo, other) an added advantage.
iii. Prior experience with research data collection.

Other required skills

i. Must be keen and attentive to details and have ability to follow instructions and procedures
properly.
ii. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Kiswahili.
iii. Proficiency in the use of data collection tools such as REDcAP, ODK and COMMCARE
iv. Experience in both Quantitative and Qualitative research
v. Excellent written and verbal communication required.
vi. Must be non-judgmental and flexible to mix with all cadres of people
vii. Prior knowledge of Health Management Information Systems is desired
viii. Must have good interpersonal skills, flexible and a team player.
ix. Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid driving license) will be an added advantage

i. Position: Laboratory Technologists ( 2 Positions) K MR 7 Vacancy No. FN-03-04-

2024

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Location: Migori
Duration: 12 Months as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a
probation period

Duties and Responsibilities;

ii. Performing study specific assays, viral loads, UECs, CBC, CD4 count Malaria tests, Blood
sugar, microscopy etc
iii. Conducting screening and diagnostic tests for priority conditions in accordance with
established protocols.
iv. Sample collection and handling: DBS for viral sequencing (VS) and pharmacokinetics (PK),
Phlebotomy whole blood for viral load analysis and Infant DBS for Early Infant HIV
Diagnosis, Hair samples preparation and storage etc
v. Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipment’s
vi. Ensuring appropriate Laboratory Waste segregation and management
vii. Accurate reporting of lab results within acceptable turnaround time.
viii. Perform laboratory ART assays as per the study protocol
ix. Must participate in EQA Proficiency testing scheme
x. Ensures adequate quality assurance measures with respect to reagents, equipment, and samples
are observed
xi. Safe maintenance of accurate laboratory documents and Logs
xii. Work professionally and observe relevant ethical standards, competence, accountability and
integrity
xiii. Generate daily summary reports in real time
xiv. Other duties as assigned by the Study Coordinator
 Qualifications:
i. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from KMTC or recognized training institution.
ii. Registered member of the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
(KMLTTB)
iii. Articulate in both verbal and written communication in English and Swahili.
Other required skills

i. Trained on Good clinical and laboratory practice (GCLP)

ii. Previous experience in a busy HIV laboratory
iii. Experience in rapid antibody HIV testing and counseling skills
iv. Experience in community work
v. Proficiency in the use of data collection tools such as REDcAP, ODK and COMMCARE
vi. Experience in viral load sample collection and management
vii. Laboratory Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
viii. Knowledge of commodity management
ix. Experience in Rapid Diagnostic Test for Malaria, and Blood sugar
x. Ability to work extra hours in the rural Migori County
xi. Enthusiasm for community-based development work.
xii. Natural ability to multitask, innovative, and work with others as a team to achieve objectives
and resolve challenges

i. Position: Clinical Officer ( 1 Position) K MR 7 Vacancy No. FN-04-04-2024

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Location: Migori
Duration: 12 Months as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a
probation period
Duties and Responsibilities:
i. Pre-screening, screening, enrollment and follow up of participants

ii. Identifying symptomatic participants indicating potential malaria infection and conducting
testing using gene-deletion RDTs.
iii. Assisting in the distribution of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for priority conditions to
participants.
iv. Providing guidance on the proper use of home-based RDTs and ensuring participants
understand when to contact the CHW or research team.
v. Carry out QA/QC of study CRFs and source docs and resolve queries that may arise.
vi. Counsel participants on adherence to study products
vii. Laboratory results interpretation and participant management accordingly
viii. Perform projection and orders of the required testing commodities in liaison with the health
center staff and account for their use
ix. Establish and maintain good relationships with participants to foster study retention.
x. Literacy in multiple Microsoft-based computer applications
xi. Take history from study participants and carry out clinical services and procedures.
xii. Document all aspects of study participant care and maintain accurate and complete medical
records
xiii. Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
xiv. Filling case report forms including electronic data capture and ensure data confidentiality;
xv. Data Collection and involvement in field activities;
xvi. Ensure good retention of study participants
xvii. Completing medical referrals appropriately
xviii. Other duties as assigned by the Study Coordinator

Qualifications:
i. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery;
ii. Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;
iii. Membership to a relevant professional body;
iv. At least three years’ experience working in a clinical trial or research setting will be an added
advantage
v. Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice” and/or “Human Subjects Protection”

4. Position: Driver ( 1 Position) K MR 9 Vacancy No. FN-05-04-2024

Reports to: Study Coordinator

Location: Migori
Duration: 12 Months as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a
probation period
Duties and Responsibilities:
i. Driving institution vehicles as authorized;
ii. Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles;
iii. Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
iv. Maintain records of vehicles;
v. Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;
vi. Overseeing the safety of the passengers and or goods therein;
vii. Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
viii. Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws; and
ix. Reporting any incidents to the police and/or the office immediately they occur.
x. Other duties as assigned by the Study Coordinator

Qualifications:
i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
ii. Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles
which the officer is required to drive;
iii.At least four years of continuous professional driving experience, two of which must be with a
governmental or a non-governmental organization
iv.Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III;
Other required skills

i. Must be keen and attentive to details and have ability to follow instructions and procedures
properly.
ii. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Kiswahili.

All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website www.kemri.go.ke/e-recruitment -E-

Recruitment Portal on or before 22nd May, 2024 latest 5.00 p.m.

KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; WOMEN AND PERSONS WHO ARE ABLED
DIFFERENTLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI AND DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE
OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING
OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY TO RELEVANT
AUTHORITY.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted