Kenya Medical Research Institute(KEMRI)

Clerical Officer – (Community Interviewers) - Siaya County

Published:KMR 10
  • Advertised Date: 04/29/2022
  • Closing Date: 05/19/2022 17:00:00
  • Applications: 135

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • i.Collect and document accurate information from the study participants in line with the standards and guidelines set in the study protocol and SOPs
  • ii.Schedule and prepare a work plan of home follow up visits and reminders for study visits during home visits
  • iii.Report to the field coordinator and to the clinical team any adverse events as instructed in the field work/home follow-up visit SOP
  • iv.Ensure that all the relevant case report forms and diary cards are filled appropriately, and all questions asked during the interviews
  • v.Check questionnaires for accuracy and completeness at the end of interviews
  • vi.Keep clean and comprehensive records of study visits and their outcomes
  • vii.Conduct debriefing with the study participants at conclusion of interviews
  • viii.Adhere strictly to the project deadlines for completion of duties assigned
  • ix.Use motorcycles to carry out study trial related activities as assigned by the supervisors
  • x.Responsible for the security, maintenance and timely renewal of motorcycle insurance
  • xi.Attend all scheduled meetings on time and report on progress of work
  • xii.Perform HIV testing and counselling of mothers and children during screening for study participation
  • xiii.Any other assigned/ delegated duties by the immediate supervisor

Vacancy Requirements:

# Description. Requirement Type
1 i.O-Level secondary education with a minimum grade of a D+ (plus) Mandatory
2 ii.Be trained in VCT/HIV Counselling certificate – (an added advantage) Mandatory
3 iii.Be in possession of a valid motorcycle riding license Mandatory
4 iv.Have a Good command of English, Swahili and Dholuo, both spoken and written Skills & Competencies
5 v.Be able to write brief reports and keep records. Skills & Competencies
6 Previous experience in research and particularly in clinical trials Skills & Competencies
7 Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) principles and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) Skills & Competencies
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Job Type

Contract

Salary

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No. of Vacancies

3

Job Grade

KMR 10

Location


Address:P.O. BOX 54840-00200

Phone No:+254(020)2722541,011990227

City:NAIROBI

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Email Address:d365@kemri.go.ke

Our Vission:To be a Leading Centre of Excellence in Research for Human Health

Our Mission:To improve Human Health and Quality of Life 9through Research,Capacity,Building,Innovation and Service Delivery

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