Program Coordinator at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Job Description:

• The Program Coordinator will be the primary point of communication for faculty at the University of Nairobi and the University of Washington who provide oversight and mentorship to the trainees.
• He/she will work with staff in the University of Washington/KEMRI offices in Nairobi to coordinate and administer the program.
• The Program Coordinator will be responsible for developing the schedule of activities for the trainees during their time in Kisii and ensuring that the schedule is adhered to.

Qualifications for the Program Coordinator Job

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing
• Additional training in Community Health and Adult Teaching is an added advantage
• Computer literacy
• Sound knowledge of the Kenya Health System
• Communication skills – report writing and verbal communication with domestic and international supervisors
• Able to communicate in Kisii language is an added advantage
• Willing to travel

Responsibilities for the Program Coordinator Job

• The program coordinator will oversee all activities, including but not limited to:
• Planning and scheduling training curriculum for 8 week training cycles of paired US and Kenyan trainees
• Serve as the principal liason with the Kisii County health officials, NGO partners, hospital staff and administration, Kisii community advisory board and Kisii community members
• Lead discussion and planning of community health assessments and interventions
• Maintain strong relationship with the community groups involved
• Submit weekly written summary reports on the administration and activities of the program
• Participate in 2-3 teleconferences per week with US and Kenya based leadership
• Perform other duties that may be given by the Program Directors
• Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW Organization

Terms of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall be based in Kisii.

Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales.