Health Records and Information Technologist (2 positions) at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Vacancy No. CRDR/09/09/23

Person specification:

For appointment to this grade the candidate must have:

•  Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
•  Proficiency in computer application; and

Skills and Abilities:

•  Communication skills
•  Organizational skills
•  Interpersonal skills
•  Team player

Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Collecting clinical\research data
•  Coding and indexing of records as per the stipulated requirements
•  Availing data in aid of research
•  Storing and retrieving of medical and research records
•  Maintaining safe custody and confidentiality of records and information
•  Appraising of records; and preparing reports.

Terms of Employment

• One (1) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service with a probation

period for the first 3 months. Salary is as per the stated KEMRI scale.
Applications should 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 Academic Certificates and Transcripts

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply to Deputy Director, CRDR, P.O. Box 47855-00100, Nairobi not later than October 12, 2023. All applications must be submitted through crdrkemri@kemri.go.ke