Clerical Officer (Community Interviewers) (3 Positions) at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

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

Vacancy Requirements:

• O-Level secondary education with a minimum grade of a D+ (plus)    
• Be trained in VCT/HIV Counselling certificate – (an added advantage)    
• Be in possession of a valid motorcycle riding license    
• Have a Good command of English, Swahili and Dholuo, both spoken and written    
• Be able to write brief reports and keep records.    
• Previous experience in research and particularly in clinical trials    
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) principles and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) 

Closing date 19 May 2022