KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE E-RECRUITMENT PORTAL
Study Coordinator - Kajiado
- Advertised Date: 04/01/25
- Closing Date: 04/21/25 5:00:00 PM
- Applications: 69
Job Tite/Designation
Study Coordinator - Kajiado
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with study investigators to plan and deliver the research work.
- Prepare study materials including training materials and standard operating procedures.
- Prepare work plans aligned to project deliverables.
- Co-ordinate and oversee data collection and management including data quality checks, storage and archiving.
- Supervise research assistants attached to the Project.
- Co-ordinate adherence to funder’s technical and financial requirements.
- Ensure compliance with policies on ethical conduct of research and human subjects protections.
- Carry out any other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Biomedical Sciences, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. | Mandatory |
| 2 | Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Biomedical Sciences, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. | Mandatory |
| 3 | At least four (4) years of relevant hands-on experience working in field-based studies. | Mandatory |
| 4 | Competent use of MS Office applications. Experience in electronic data collection and management is an added advantage. | Added Advantage |
| 5 | Fluency in English, Kiswahili, required. Maasai Language is an added advantage. | Added Advantage |
| 6 | Experience in participatory research methods is an added advantage. | Added Advantage |
| 7 | Prior experience in a similar post is an added advantage. | Added Advantage |
| 8 | Ability and willingness to work anywhere in Kajiado County. | Mandatory |
| 9 | Excellent verbal and written communication skills. | Mandatory |
| 10 | Strong organization skills, ability to effectively troubleshoot and respond to a dynamic work environment. | Mandatory |
| 11 | Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community. | Mandatory |
| 12 | Detail-oriented with good reporting skills. | Mandatory |
| 13 | Strong communication skills. | Mandatory |
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Job Type
Contract
No. of Vacancies
1
Job Grade
KMR 05
Location
Contact Email Address
icthelpdesk@kemri.go.ke
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