KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Key Responsibilities:
- i.Manage all aspects of maternal health research studies, including stakeholder engagement, study setup, and field activities across multiple sites.
- ii.Oversee regulatory compliance, including obtaining approvals, managing protocol amendments, and SAE submissions.
- iii.Develop and review study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- iv.Recruit, train, and supervise study staff, including clinicians and nurses, on clinical protocols.
- v.Monitor and evaluate participant recruitment, retention, and data completeness, providing regular feedback to Principal Investigators.
- vi.Coordinate with data management teams to ensure data quality and resolve queries promptly.
- vii.Organize and facilitate meetings with internal staff, external collaborators, and relevant boards/committees.
- viii.Manage study budgets and resources, both internally and externally.
- ix.Conduct staff performance appraisals and ensure ongoing professional development.
- x.Maintain excellent relationships with study participants, their communities, and all project stakeholders.
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | i.At least four (4) years relevant working experience; atleast 3 years experience in field research with maternal and child health. | Mandatory |
| 2 | ii.Knowledge of guidelines/procedures on management of projects, | Mandatory |
| 3 | iii.Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Biomedical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Public Health from a recognized institution, | Mandatory |
| 4 | iv.Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Medical Sciences, epidemiology, Public Health, nursing from a recognized institution. | Mandatory |
| 5 | v.Proven experience liaising with or working closely with MOH/county health to deliver projects. | Mandatory |
| 6 | vi.Proven experience in project management including use of project planner software. | Mandatory |
Application Procedure:
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- Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae and valid clearance certificate (certificate of good conduct) during the interviews.