Data Manager - Kisumu/Siaya
Published:KMR 06- Advertised Date: 04/29/2022
- Closing Date: 05/19/2022 17:00:00
- Applications: 125
Job Description
Project Description: This project is as a partnership co-led by KEMRI, LVCT Health and LSTM andinvolving ministry of health at county and national levels.Project Title: C-it-DU-it: Strengthening community health systems in Kenya through ANC datalinkage and use, learning lessons for other contexts.
Key Responsibilities:
- iSupport, in collaboration with the NIH data support team, the development of the clinical trial database specifications, eCRFs, user requirements, edit rules/checks, query logics and data validation rules within the DF Discover system
- iiDevelop and maintain data management plans, standard operating procedures for conducting data management activities for the trial including backup systems for power and internet
- iiiEnsure quality and accuracy of data submitted from the study sites and assure timely entry and review of the database, query resolution and appropriate reporting and follow-up for all safety events by site personnel
- ivCreate and maintain data management files, data dictionaries and other required documentation in compliance with the national and international standards, regulations and guidelines on data protection, governance and sharing
- vDesign and implement procedures for automation of data outputs and regular statistical reports and configure dashboards for data visualization and other products for information dissemination
- viProvide training and mentoring to research staff and study teams on data management processes and mentor data clerks and interns
- viiMaintain study electronic devices such as laptops, tablets and other equipment used for data collection, ensuring data is secure and forms are updated as needed
- viiiExtract data and perform regular reviews to identify issues, generate queries, communicate and track their resolution working with the program staff and supervisors for corrective action/query resolution in a timely manner
- ixWork with the Trial data management support team to ensure the EDC system can lock/unlock and freeze/unfreeze for statistical review, interim review and/or final database checks
- xEnsure good internet connectivity for data entry at the trial sites and troubleshoot as needed
- xiWork with the study team to ensure that data reporting needs are scheduled and
- xiiManage and supervise the daily data collection at the field sites
- xiiiParticipate in planning meetings and scheduled conference calls with the study team and study partners
- xivPerform additional duties as may be assigned by their supervisor
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BSc in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Applied Statistics, or any other related field. A master’s degree will be an added advantage. | Mandatory |
| 2 | Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and a focus on quality and innovation | Skills & Competencies |
| 3 | Ability to prioritize work, exercise initiative and work with minimal direction | Skills & Competencies |
| 4 | Ability to manage multiple studies of medium complexity or size concurrently | Skills & Competencies |
| 5 | Adaptability to changes in work duties, responsibilities, and requirements | Skills & Competencies |
| 6 | Excellent communication and problem-solving skills | Skills & Competencies |
| 7 | Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues, including research scientists | Skills & Competencies |
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Contract
Salary
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No. of Vacancies
1
Job Grade
KMR 06
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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