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  • Posted: Feb 6, 2019
    Deadline: Feb 12, 2019
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    The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) is based within the KEMRI Centre for Geographic Medical Research - (Coast). Our core activities are funded by the Wellcome Trust. We conduct integrated epidemiological, social, laboratory and clinical research in parallel, with results feeding into local and international health policy. Our research platfor...
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    Research Officer (Field Coordinator)

    Job Description

    Vacancy: K11-01-19 
     
    Reports to: Study Coordinator and Study PI
     
    Essential Requirements: 
    • Master’s Degree or equivalent in a health-related discipline
    • At least 3 years working experience in a health research organization 
    • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite and other packages. 
    • Able to communicate effectively with members of the research team and national stakeholders
    • Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills 
    • Fluency in English and Swahili, written and spoken, with fluency in the local language spoken in the study area being an added advantage
    • Participated in at least one health related research activity as coordinator or supervisor
    Desired Qualities: 
    • Experience working in a research study
    • Ability to write regular reports in a timely manner 
    • Ability to conduct training of staff in various aspects of the conduct of research
    • Certificate in “Good Clinical Practice” and/or “Human Subjects Protection”
    • Knowledge of malaria and its co-morbidities 
    • Ability to work long hours within a team 
    Job Summary: Reporting to the Study Coordinator and Study PI, the Field Coordinator will be responsible for planning, and implementation of the field activities of the project, specifically overseeing the cross-sectional surveys and the mortality surveillance in 8 Counties (46 sub-counties) in western Kenya. This includes training and supervision of field staff, ensuring that the research components are done according to the study protocol, and the logistical and operational oversight of the evaluation activities. S/he must be flexible and work within the existing structure, in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity. 
     
    Major duties and responsibilities: 
    Implement the study activities for the Impact and Feasibility components of the research protocol, including:
    • Develop an in-depth understanding of the study design and goals 
    • Oversee operations related to conduct of the Impact and Feasibility components of the study 
    • Participate in the development of study documents, including standard operating procedures, training materials, etc.
    • Assist in training study staff at the start of the community mortality assessment (Impact component) and at the beginning of each round of household surveys (Feasibility component)  
    • Supervise and provide guidance to all study staff, including community health workers and other field staff. 
    • Carry out regular supervisory field visits to all sub-counties participating in the Malaria Vaccine Pilot Evaluation. 
    • Ensure smooth operational and logistical arrangements to enable to produce the study results of the highest standards
    • Attend and participate in local stakeholders’ meetings and other meetings as needed.
    • Participate in regular team teleconference calls and provide updates
    • Develop reporting mechanism for bringing critical and high priority issues to the investigators and the study coordinator
    • Participate in data query resolution process.
    • Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures.
    • Conduct community mobilization and sensitization activities 
    • Develop good working relationships with the County and Sub-County MoH, community leadership, and the research partners 
    • Adequately respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community. 
    • Any other duties as assigned by the Study Management.
    Terms of Employment:
    • 1-year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a Probation period for the first 3 months.  
    Remuneration:
    • Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on education levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.  The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.

    Method of Application

    Applications are due no later than: 12th February 2019. to: Human Resource Manager, KEMRI/CGHR Research Program, P.O. Box 1578, Kisumu. Or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org

    Applications MUST include the following:
    • Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number)
    • Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
    • Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
    • Copies of Certificates, or Transcripts
    • Must have Certificate of good conduct 
    • Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
    • Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
    • Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate

    KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; WOMEN AND DISABLED PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI/CGHR AND DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY

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