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In Search of Better Health

KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE


VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Project description: The Centre for Global Health Research at the Kenya Medical Research Institute
(KEMRI) conduct a study on climate change and health, with focus on understanding the effect of heat
stress on health work capacity among vulnerable populations. The project has a vacancy as follows:

Position: Data Clerk (Community Interviewer) Job Group/KMR 10 (1 position)


Location: Wagai, Siaya County
Reports to: Study Coordinator

a) Job Descriptions
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -
 Identify and approach potential participants for the study;
 Provide detailed explanations about the study, its purpose, procedures, and potential benefits/risks;
 Administer the informed consent process to willing participants;
 Conduct structured interviews with study participants using standardized questionnaires;
 Perform spirometry tests to assess lung function in participants (training will be provided);
 Measure and record participants' height, weight, body mass index (BMI), and other relevant
anthropometric data;
 Accurately enter collected data into a tablet computer;
 Regularly synchronize data with the central server to ensure data integrity and availability;
 Follow all study protocols, procedures, and ethical guidelines;
 Generate detailed weekly summaries of study progress;
 Maintain organized records and documentation of all study-related activities;
 Assist in other administrative tasks as required by the study coordinator.

b) Person Specifications
 Be a holder of KCSE mean grade D+ and above or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
 At least one year of experience in data entry/interviewing
 Have a GCP certificate;
 Proficiency in computer application;
 Experience working in a hospital setting and research field.
c) Key Skills and Competencies
i. Planning and Organization Skills
ii. Communication Skills
iii. Interpersonal Skills
iv. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
v. Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and entry
vi. Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenges in the field
iv. Team player

Terms of employment: This is a one (1) year contract, renewable subject to availability of funds,
with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is as per the stated scale and applicable scheme of
service.

How to Apply
a) All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements;
b) Must include current Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address;
c) Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers;
d) Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.

All the applications to be addressed to Deputy Director, CGHR, P. O. Box 1578-40100 Kisumu and
submitted through KEMRI Website www.kemri.go.ke/e-recruitment on or before 24th July, 2024
latest 5.00 p.m.

Please visit the KEMRI web site www.kemri.go.ke for more details on the advertisement

KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; WOMEN AND PERSONS WHO ARE


ABLED DIFFERENTLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A
FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION,
INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE,
REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY TO RELEVANT AUTHORITY

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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