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  • Posted: Jun 24, 2022
    Deadline: Jul 14, 2022
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    Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.
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    Senior Research Scientist

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Participating in defining research problems;
    • Participating in planning of research activities and implementation of approved projects;
    • Assisting in communicating and dissemination of scientific results;
    • Participating in broad planning of research projects;
    • Participating in interpretation and validation of results;
    • Participating in supporting visiting scientific students /students on attachment

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least four (4) years relevant work experience;    
    • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;    
    • Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;    
    • Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;    
    • Developed at least eight (8) proposals, four (4) of which have been funded; via Published at least four (4) articles in refereed journals with at least two (2) article as the first or lead author;    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Creativity and Innovativeness

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    Clinical Officer - Centre for Infectious & Parasitic Diseases Control - Busia

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Clinical Officer - Centre for Clinical Research - Nairobi

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Clinical Officer - Centre for Global Health Research - Kisumu

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Clinical Psychologist - Centre for Clinical Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Identifying psychological, emotional or behavioural issues
    • Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioural disorders
    • Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes
    • Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment
    • Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions
    • Conduct research in clinical psychology

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelors’ degree in any of the following field: Clinical Psychology, Medical Psychology or any other relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;    
    • Professional qualification and membership;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Planning and organization skills    
    • Listening Skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Engineering Technologist

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Installing, inspecting and testing installations in the institute
    • Preparing repair and maintenance schedules in the relevant sections for institute infrastructure, installations and equipment
    • Operating, maintaining and servicing Plant, vehicles, equipment, roads, buildings, plumbing and drainage systems in the institute
    • Operation, repair and maintenance of institute utilities
    • Operating plant and equipment

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Electrical/Electronics, biomedical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, building and construction, architecture or other relevant field from a recognized Institution.    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Teamwork skills    
    • Integrity

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    Laboratory Analyst - Centre for Respiratory Diseases Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens;
    • Preparing clients for collection of specimens;
    • Receiving/collecting, labeling and registering patients specimens;
    • Preparing laboratory reagents;
    • Examining specimens;
    • maintaining equipment and reagents;
    • Supervising the disinfection, washing and sterilization of apparatus;
    • Writing and recording results;
    • Processing the specimen according to the specified Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); and
    • Disinfecting, washing and sterilizing laboratory apparatus;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least eight (8) years relevant work experience;    
    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable; or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Demonstrated work performance and results;    
    • Analytical Skills    
    • Communication skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Analyst - Centre for Public Health Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens;
    • Preparing clients for collection of specimens;
    • Receiving/collecting, labeling and registering patients specimens;
    • Preparing laboratory reagents;
    • Examining specimens;
    • maintaining equipment and reagents;
    • Supervising the disinfection, washing and sterilization of apparatus;
    • Writing and recording results;
    • Processing the specimen according to the specified Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); and
    • Disinfecting, washing and sterilizing laboratory apparatus;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least eight (8) years relevant work experience;    
    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable; or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Demonstrated work performance and results;    
    • Analytical Skills    
    • Communication skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technician - Centre for Public Health Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Ensuring laboratory safety sample collection delivery and reception;
    • Processing documentation and reporting
    • Perform simple analytical and diagnostic work;
    • Handling and disposing laboratory waste
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Assist in field work

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Certificate in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board where applicable;  
    • Communication Skills    
    • Interpersonal Skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technician - Centre for Virus Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Ensuring laboratory safety sample collection delivery and reception;
    • Processing documentation and reporting
    • Perform simple analytical and diagnostic work;
    • Handling and disposing laboratory waste
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Assist in field work

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Certificate in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Laboratory sciences, Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    Mandatory
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board where applicable;  
    • Communication Skills    
    • Interpersonal Skills    
    • Team player

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    Clinical Officer - Centre for Geographic Medicine Research - Coast Kilifi

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technician - Laboratory Services, Biosafety & Biosecurity Department

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technician - Centre for Global Health Research Kisumu

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technician - Centre for Geographic Medicine Research - Coast Kilifi

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade in this cadre. An officer at this level will work underguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients Carry out clinical services and procedures
    • Document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate and complete medical records
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Filling case report forms;
    • Data Collection and involvement in field activities;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application skills; and    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technologist - Centre for Public Health Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
    • Processing and analyses;
    • Preparing reagents;
    • Recording and reporting of results;
    • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
    • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
    • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
    • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Communication skills    Added Advantage
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technologist - Centre for Traditional Medicine and Drugs Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
    • Processing and analyses;
    • Preparing reagents;
    • Recording and reporting of results;
    • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
    • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
    • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
    • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Communication skills    Added Advantage
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technologist - Centre for Global Health Research Kisumu

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
    • Processing and analyses;
    • Preparing reagents;
    • Recording and reporting of results;
    • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
    • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
    • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
    • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Communication skills    Added Advantage
    • Team player

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    Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services, Biosafety & Biosecurity Department - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Receiving/collecting, recording of specimens;
    • Processing and analyses;
    • Preparing reagents;
    • Recording and reporting of results;
    • Dispatching the results for clinical/Research management;
    • Routine and daily maintenance of laboratory equipment;
    • Ensuring adherence to biosafety and biosecurity guidelines;
    • Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following fields: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) where applicable, or any other recognized regulatory body;    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists where applicable;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Communication skills    Added Advantage
    • Team player

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    Senior Clinical Officer

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Take history from patients and examine in order to make appropriate diagnosis of common ailments;
    • Interpret laboratory results to make proper diagnosis;
    • Counseling patients in health related matters for psychological healing;
    • Prescribe drugs to patients to ensure they get the required treatment;
    • Treating and follow up of patients and clients in medical health institutions and study sites;
    • When necessary, arrange for patient referrals or consultations to other health facilities for specialty or higher-level management and ensure accompaniment of patients on referrals as needed;
    • Collect and maintain clinical records and indexing;
    • Support the processing of clinical data;
    • Maintain clinical records,
    • Collect, prepare and store research samples and specimen;
    • Provide inventory of clinic instruments /machines;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least four (4) years relevant work experience;    
    • Diploma in clinical medicine;    
    • Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;    
    • Membership to a relevant professional body;    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Demonstrated work performance and results; and    
    • Planning and organization skills    
    • Communication and report-writing skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Senior Laboratory Analyst - Centre for Public Health Research Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Verifying, approving and recording laboratory findings;
    • Supervising the disinfection, washing and sterilization of apparatus; and maintaining equipment and reagents;
    • Archiving specimens of medical importance for reference;
    • Preparing periodical reports;
    • Preparing requisitions for procuring laboratory equipment, chemicals, stains and reagents
    • Maintaining laboratory registers and recording analyzed samples;
    • Screen and assign work load, plan, prioritize and assign tasks and projects;
    • Determining safe procedures, controls and implementing standard safety procedures
    • Participating in budget and procurement plan preparation;
    • preparing Standard Operating Procedures;
    • preparing work plans and periodical reports; and
    • Identifying training gaps of laboratory Technicians and Technologists and recommending appropriate interventions

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least four(4) years relevant work experience;    
    • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields; Medical Laboratory Sciences Laboratory Sciences, Analytical/Applied, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Applied Sciences/Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Food Science and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology or Biotechnology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
    • Masters of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Medical Parasitology and Entomology, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Medical Microbiology, Clinical Cytology Histopathology, Immunology, Epidemiology, Laboratory Management, Molecular Sciences/Biology, Virology, Mycology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an ;    
    • Registration Certificate issued by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) Where applicable.    
    • Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board where applicable;    
    • Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;    
    • Proficiency in Computer Application;    
    • Demonstrated work performance and results;    
    • Analytical Skills   
    • Communication skills and reporting skills

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    Accountant (2 Positions)

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade for Accountants. The Accountant will work under theguidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Preparing payment vouchers as well as revenue vouchers and submit for processing in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
    • Maintaining registers of documents received by and dispatched from the department;
    • Issuing receipts for monies received;
    • Filling payments and receipt vouchers and ensure safety of accounts files;
    • Filing simple statutory returns with relevant institutions;
    • Entering in the system entries relating to revenues and expenses; and
    • Maintaining primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books, registers and preparation of simple management reports e

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
    • Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Part II or its equivalent;    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Proficiency in IT    
    • Planning skills    
    • Analytical skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills;    
    • Interpersonal skills;    
    • Team player and    
    • Ethical and integrity

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    Administrative Officer (2 Positions)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Maintaining an inventory register;
    • Ensuring assets are insured;
    • Managing office transport system;
    • Ensuring maintenance office equipment, facilities and assets; and
    • Generating reports on operations, maintenance and utilization.

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
    • Have proficiency in computer applications;    
    • Planning skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Assistant Office Administrator (2 Positions)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
    • Processing data, management of e-office; ensuring security of office records documents and equipment;
    • Operating office equipment management of office protocol;
    • Managing office petty cash; and handling telephone calls and appointments and undertaking any other secretarial duties that may be assigned

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of C- with at least C (Plain) in English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.    
    • Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES and GC) Stages I, II and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent in the following subjects:Typewriting III (Minimum 50 w.p.m)/Computerized document processing III; Shorthand    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Communication skills    
    • Interpersonal and negotiation skills    
    • Team player

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    Corporate Communication Assistant (2 Positions)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Participating in organizing corporate events;
    • Participating in arranging information, education and communication materials;
    • Participating in implementing corporate social responsibility programs; and
    • Participating in handling complaints in the Institute

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in any of the following: Mass Communications, Communication Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, Graphic Design or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Organizational skills    
    • Team building    
    • Negotiation skills    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Corporate Communication Officer

    Job Description

    This is the entry and training grade for graduate Officers in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Creating awareness to the public on the Institute’s activities, services and products that ensures continuous flow of information about events and activities for public participation and engagement
    • Conduct educational and official visits in the institute through orientation within the Institute’s laboratories to offer guidance on relevant areas of interest to ensure the clients satisfaction and maintain good relationships
    • Circulate official communication to all members of staff through the corporate email to enhance internal communication and coordinate institute activities
    • Facilitate conferences, seminars and workshops through registration of participants and attending to visitors to ensure their needs are met and the events objectives are achieved
    • Prepare and maintain up to date research, corporate and financial publications, to ensure proper maintenance and safety for reference
    • Serve as a representative for the department in International Institutional for Standardization (ISO) matters by attending institutional meetings and ensuring implementation by colleagues for continuous improvement of professional standards
    • Handle customer inquiries through phone calls, personal visits and emails to ensure customer satisfaction on service delivery

    Organize corporate social responsibility activities by preparing the annual calendar of events and participation to ensure positive publicity and good reputation of the Institute

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution    
    • Membership to Professional body such as Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK), Media Council of Kenya (MCK) or Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ); Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK) where applicable.    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Organizational skills    
    • Team building    
    • Negotiation skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Organizational skills

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    Grants Management Officer

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assisting in preparation of grant budgets
    • Supporting in reading and interpreting request for proposal and unsolicited calls
    • Contributing to preparation of grant reports for Principal investigators for small grants
    • Providing support in reading of grant applications
    • Support in maintaining grant schedules for prospective awards

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Biomedical sciences, Medical Sciences or any other relevant Social sciences from a recognized Institutions;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously    
    • Communication skills    
    • Team work

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    Internal Auditor

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Undertaking audit assignments in line with the approved audit work plan to confirm the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and control;
    • Performing substantive and compliance testing of accountable records and documents and prepare working papers;
    • Providing input in preparation of audit reports for audit engagements executed;
    • Assisting in evaluating progress and effectiveness of action taken to implement audit recommendations received from internal and external audits; and
    • Assisting in establishing a follow up mechanism on recommendations received from all internal and external audits

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option), Economics, or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;    
    • Passed Part II of Certified Public Accountants (CPA II) Examination or its recognized equivalent;    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Ethical in character and possess high integrity    
    • Strong interpersonal skills    
    • Good communication skills

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    Legal Officer

    Job Description

    This will be the entry and training grade for these legal officers. An officer at this level will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Reviewing and verifying documentation vis-à-vis historical information contained in individual case files;
    • Obtaining information required on case files and communicating to the supervisor;
    • Identifying legal and compliance risks;
    • Compiling contract documentation for preparation and related documents for the Institute
    • Drafting of legal opinions;
    • Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution;    
    • Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;    
    • Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;    
    • Valid practicing certificate;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Strong communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal and negotiation skills    
    • Integrity    
    • Team player

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    Information Scientist

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Supporting the evaluation, organization, cataloguing, classifying, managing and distributing information in a variety of formats
    • Providing support in creating relevant databases
    • Ensuring that information is up to date
    • Support in documenting of information requests from users
    • Contributing to development of promotional material for resource center
    • Assisting in preparation of information audits and inquiries
    • Helping to develop intranets for staff use
    • Support in preparation and maintenance of resource database

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in information science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Problem-solving skills.    
    • IT skills, including internet research skills.    
    • Good organizational skills.    
    • Teamwork and customer care skill

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    Supply Chain Management Officer - Kisumu

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Taking part in reviewing tenders notices;
    • Taking part in reviewing notices of award/regrets and tender acceptance process;
    • Taking part in the compiling and evaluation of tenders;
    • Taking part in the formulation of the supplies, procurement and inventory manuals training and development of staff;
    • Safeguarding of tenders, quotations and request for proposals;
    • Preparing tender and contract documents; reviewing tender advertising notices; and
    • Implementing an e-procurement vision plan

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Purchasing and Supplies Management, Business Administration (Supply Chain Management Option), Procurement and Logistics, Commerce (Supplies Management Option), or any other equivalent and relevant qualificat    
    • Membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM);    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Planning skills    
    • Good communication and reporting    
    • Interpersonal and negotiation skills    
    • Team player    

    Ethical

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    Supply Chain Management Assistant - Nairobi (2 Positions)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Verifying the availability of stores;
    • Receiving stores requisition from users;
    • Reporting shortages and losses;
    • Stock-taking and disposal of unserviceable and obsolete stores in accordance with laid down regulations;
    • Taking part in opening of quotations and tender;
    • Taking part in drafting of tender notices;
    • Preparing payment documents; taking part in periodic market surveys; and
    • Taking part in inspection and receiving of goods

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or any other equivalent qualification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies or any other recognized institution;    
    • Membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM);    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Ethical and integrity    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Communication skills

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    Senior Assistant Office Administrator

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines; processing data;
    • Operating office equipment; attending to visitors/clients;
    • Handling telephone calls and appointments; ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
    • Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least four (4) years relevant work experience;    
    • Business Education Single and Group Certificates (BES and GC) Stages I, II and III from the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent in the following subjects: Typewriting III (Minimum 50 Registration with a professional body.    
    • Proficiency in computer applications; and    
    • Communication skills    
    • Interpersonal and negotiation skills    
    • Team player

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    Principal Security Officer

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Initiating the development and enforcement of security policies and standards in line with the operating framework;
    • Implementing the following security measures in full
    • Security Communication
    • Preparing Security Intelligence, and investigation Reports
    • Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the security strategy in line with policies, processes and procedures to deliver business objective;
    • Coordinating continuous information gathering and intelligence analysis with a view to developing preventive measures for enhanced security of the Institute assets and operations;
    • Initiating training and monitoring outsourced security service providers to meet Institute security objectives and enhance performance;
    • Initiating preparation of security training programs and
    • Carrying out sensitization initiatives to enhance compliance with security standards and policies;
    • Ensuring incident response planning and investigation of security violations, contributing to disciplinary and legal matters associated with such violations as necessary;
    • Developing an up to date databank of security incidents and trends and reporting for management information and security action;
    • Initiating programs and measures to prevent and eliminate encroachment; and
    • Preparing and monitoring the section’s budgets

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which shouldhave been in supervisory role;    
    • Bachelor’s degree in Security Management or equivalent qualification froma recognized institution;    
    • Master’s degree in Security Management, Criminology or any relevant andequivalent qualification from a recognized institution. ;( Exempted)    
    • Served in the National Police Services, National Defense Forces and anyother Disciplined Forces for a period of at least four (4) years. OR Diploma in Criminology or any other relevant and equivalent from arecognized institution OR Higher National Diploma in Criminology or any other relevant andequivalent from a recognized institution.    
    • Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognizedinstitution;    
    • Membership to Professional body;    
    • Membership to any one of the following Security Professional groups: -American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), The Association of FireArm and Tool mark Examiners (AFTE).    
    • Proficiency in Computer applications;    
    • Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in workperformance and results;    
    • Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills

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    Cook

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the preparation and cooking of food and beverage;
    • Assembles food supplies and equipment for daily food preparation
    • Setting up dishes and replaces as necessary
    • Assist in care and maintenance of work service area, supplies and equipment

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • 1-year Certificate in Food and Beverage production and Service from a recognized institution.    
    • Food Handlers Medical Certificate;    
    • Proficiency in computer application; and    
    • Planning skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Team player    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Driver - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Driving vehicles as authorized;
    • Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles;
    • Detecting and report malfunctioning of vehicles system;
    • Maintain records of vehicles;
    • Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;.Overseeing safety of the passengers and or goods therein;
    • Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
    • Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws; and
    • Reporting any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
    • Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;    
    • Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade Ill;    
    • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya police;    
    • Proficiency in computer application

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    Driver - Kilifi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Driving vehicles as authorized;
    • Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles;
    • Detecting and report malfunctioning of vehicles system;
    • Maintain records of vehicles;
    • Ensuring security and safety of the vehicle;.Overseeing safety of the passengers and or goods therein;
    • Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
    • Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws; and
    • Reporting any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
    • Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;    
    • Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade Ill;    
    • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya police;    
    • Proficiency in computer application

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    Office Assistant - Malindi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Kwale

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Centre for Respiratory Diseases Research - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Laboratory Services, Biosafety & Biosecurity Department - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Legal Services Department - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Commercial Enterprises Department - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Office Assistant - Internal Audit Department - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Guide outsourced Cleaning services on cleaning of offices and compound;
    • Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
    • Planting, weeding and pruning/mowing gardens;
    • Collecting, assembling and disposing waste

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
    • Proficiency in computer application;
    • Organizational skills   
    • Public Relations skills    
    • Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili    
    • Interpersonal skills

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    Biostistician/Bioinformatics - Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Contribute to designing research projects that apply valid scientific techniques and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses
    • Assist in planning data collection methods for specific projects and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used
    • Assist in adapting statistical methods to solve specific problems in biomedicine and other relevant fields
    • Help develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods
    • Participate in developing an understanding of fields to which statistical methods are to be applied to determine whether methods and results are appropriate
    • Help in evaluating sources of information to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability
    • Contribute to evaluating the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy
    • Help identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research
    • Participate in preparing data for processing by organizing information, checking for any inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data
    • Contribute to reporting results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables
    • Help examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data
    • Support in presentation of statistical and non-statistical results using charts, bullets, and graphs in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students
    • Assist in the processing of large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in the following fields: Mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, Informatics, Computer Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.    
    • Proficiency in statistical software application; and    
    • Analytical and report writing skills    
    • Presentation skills    
    • Good Team player

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    Research Scientist - Busia

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of the work;
    • Assist in carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
    • Assisting in organization of the internal scientific seminars;
    • Carry out experimental and/or developmental work under the supervision of a Senior Research Scientist or Assistant Principal Research Scientist;
    • Assist in the interpretation and validation of results;
    • Guiding visiting scientific students /students on attachment
    • Assisting in maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
    • In consultation with Senior Technologist, ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and consumables are properly stored in the laboratory

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Planning skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Research Scientist - Kisumu

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the implementation of research projects and/or supervising designated aspects of the work;
    • Assist in carrying out fieldwork and laboratory experimental procedures;
    • Assisting in organization of the internal scientific seminars;
    • Carry out experimental and/or developmental work under the supervision of a Senior Research Scientist or Assistant Principal Research Scientist;
    • Assist in the interpretation and validation of results;
    • Guiding visiting scientific students /students on attachment
    • Assisting in maintaining the scientific laboratory in good working condition; and
    • In consultation with Senior Technologist, ensuring that all chemicals, reagents and consumables are properly stored in the laboratory

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Biomedical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;    
    • Proficiency in computer application;    
    • Planning skills    
    • Communication and reporting skills    
    • Interpersonal skills    
    • Team player

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    Research Administrator - Grants Management Department Nairobi

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assisting in preparation of study documents
    • Supporting in reading and interpreting requirements for project initiation and implementation
    • Contributing to preparation of projects reports for Principal investigators for small grants
    • Support in maintaining project schedules for reporting
    • Support initiation, implementation and closure of projects

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Biomedical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Public Health, any relevant Social Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;    
    • Proficiency in computer application;     
    • Planning and organizational skills;    
    • Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously;    
    • Communication skills;    
    • Team player.

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    Quality Assurance and Risk Management Officer

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assisting in preparing the program for monitoring of quality assurance Activities;
    • Assisting in carrying out quality checks of Research procedures and products;
    • Assisting in preparing non-conforming reports and corrective action plan on quarterly basis for decision making;
    • Assisting in Developing non-conforming products reports and corrective action plan on monthly basis; and
    • Assisting in Carrying out internal audits on quality compliance and follow-up audits;

    Vacancy Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution;    
    • Proficient in computer applications; and    
    • Planning skills;    
    • Creativity and innovation skills;    
    • Analytical skills;    
    • Communication and reporting skills;    
    • Interpersonal skills;    
    • Ability to work independently and Team player.

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