Amref Health Africa Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Amref Health Africa Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

The main purpose of this position is to be in charge of research administration, quality and compliance at Amref Ethics and Scientific Review Committee

Primary Responsibilities

Support Amref Ethics and Scientific Review Committee (ESRC) Secretariat

Conduct preliminary review of research protocols submitted to the ESRC

Documentation: Prepares all ESRC letters, minutes, agendas, slides

Follow up on invoice requests

Receive all new protocols and ensures all required documents are submitted and share with Lead for initial review

Follow up with reviewers to ensure timely response

Ensures good filing and backup systems for all ESRC documents including letters, protocols, minutes, agenda

Operating the ESRC email and responding to ESRC emails with guidance from the secretariat lead

Submission of ESRC protocols for review and submission of comments to investigators within stipulated timelines

Logistics – Organizing ESRC meetings, transport etc

Maintaining the ESRC database

Monitoring Evaluation and Research

Support any other MER activities as assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualifications

Education and Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Public Health, Statistics or any other related discipline
Professional training in research methods, research

ethics, research administration, monitoring and evaluation is an added advantage

Required Qualifications and Experience

1-2 years of relevant experience in supporting Ethics and Scientific Committee

Experience and knowledge of reporting procedures to National Commission of Science and Technology and Innovation, NACC

Database management

Experience and knowledge of data analysis competency using any of the following software – Excel, SPSS, STATA and EPI info

Skills and Competencies

Experience in a busy health NGO

Experience working in Institute Review Board in Kenya

Excellent database management skills

Practical computer skills

Strong team work skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Amref Health Africa Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

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