HJF Medical Research International IT Specialist Jobs in Kenya

HJF Medical Research International IT Specialist Jobs in Kenya

Job Summary:

HJFMRI-KE seeks to hire an Information Technology (IT) Specialist for an upcoming contract.

The Information technologist will be hired to support local data and IT departments of the National public health to support all IT requirements of the Kenya National AMR surveillance system at the reference and sentinel sites across the country.

The IT specialist will evaluate, recommend
improvements and optimize the information infrastructure of the surveillance system and will work closely with other members of the surveillance team: coordinating secretariat, TWG, Data managers, Microbiologists, Epidemiologists and Project Managers at al surveillance sites.

Responsibility Summary

  • Support the implementation, management and maintenance of the surveillance network
    LIMS systems, servers, backup systems and internet networks.
  • Customize and develop software to fill existing gaps in data capture, transmission and system compatibilities.
  • Ensure that key participants in the AMR surveillance network (NPHL reference labs,
    coordinating Secretariat, sentinel labs) are adequately equipped with computers and
    necessary peripheral devices (HDD, mice, keyboards etc.) to ensure functionality at the.
  • Recommend appropriate specifications for procurement.
  • Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers and
    scanners and recommending suitable specifications.
  • Support video conferencing infrastructure to improve mentoring across sites.
  • Provide support to all the sentinel sites with quarterly and as needed site support visits.
  • Identify, research, and resolve technical problems, test new technology and train super users at all sites to perform these functions to ensure sustainability of the existing infrastructure.
  • Assist and resolve end user technical hardware and software needs from basic computer
    issues to networking issues
  • Respond to requests for technical assistance in person, via phone, electronically. Document,
    tracks and
    monitor IT issues to ensure a timely resolution.
  • Coordinate with the local administration to budget for and provide financial support for IT
    functions for long term sustainability.
  • Research questions using available information resources and advise user on appropriate
    action
  • Work closely with the data manager to ensure uninterrupted flow of data from the sites to
    the reference labs.
  • Provide IT support to coordinating Secretariat, TWG during conferences, meetings,
    videoconferencing
  • Provide support to end users on diverse issues
  • Identify vendors and contractors to support IT infrastructure and provide long-term
    infrastructure support.
  • Mentor junior staff members

    Experience and Education
  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business
  • Information Technology, Information Communication
  • Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. With 3 years working
    within health, clinical or research system in mid – large organizations.

    How to Apply:
  • Interested candidates are requested to email their application letter and Curriculum vitae with
    position title on the subject line including names and contacts of three references to
    nairobijobslogin@hjfmri.org by 19th July 2019.
  • Only successful candidates will be contacted.
  • The following position is contingent upon award of the contract to HJFMRI.
  • For more information and job application details, see; HJF Medical Research International IT Specialist Jobs in Kenya

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