KEMRI Study Coordinator Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI Study Coordinator Jobs in Kenya
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Health or Social Sciences equivalent from a recognized training institution.
Be duly registered by the relevant professional body where applicable
Hold a valid practicing license where applicable
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintain daily oversight of study implementation
Coordinating study team to ensure proper implementation of study activities
Evaluates potential patients for inclusion in the study according to the study protocol
Oversee the recruitment of study participants by providing counseling and linkage of study participants
Responsible for ensuring participant safety through monitoring of clinical and laboratory adverse events
Works with assistant coordinator to ensure timely reporting of SAEs/UAEs and protocol deviations
Takes a lead in training and supervising the functions clinic personnel
Ensures participant privacy and confidentiality are maintained
Overseeing, improving and coordinating the study implementation in the health facilities and ensuring all services are in compliance with the Quality Management Plan
Mentoring and supervising clinic staff members in the sub-counties
Compiling clinic data and regular reports from the facilities,
Developing clinic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) to be used in the facilities
Oversee and monitor study budget expenditure
Maintain relationship with collaborating partners and the MoH
Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity
Other Required Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: Effective in both oral and in written communication and reporting Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with staff members across all cadres
Natural ability to multitask, problem solve, and work with others to resolve challenges
Ability to develop an in-depth understanding of study goals and its implementation
Strong self-motivation and ability to work in a team,
with good interpersonal skills
Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community required
Must be willing to work in rural remote settings of Suba, Mbita, Uriri & Rongo with extra hours and long distances travels.
Computer literacy a must
Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid driving license) will be an added advantage
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to send in their applications through email;
hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Applications should include the following:
A cover letter stating current position and date available to start working for the program
A current CV including email and mobile phone contact
Name and phone number for two professional referees
Two letters of recommendation
A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
Copies of academic and professional certificates
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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