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Vacancy No. CGHR/128/02/20

 Program Description: This Program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) whose remit is to conduct research in Malaria/HIV and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the Malaria Branch, Kisumu, has a vacancy in IMPROVE-WP5 study for the following position.

Position: Community Interviewer (5 Positions) KMR 11

Location: HomaBay and Kisumu

Reporting to: Study Coordinator

Working hours: Flexible, depending on conditions in the field.

Job Description

The Field worker will report directly to the study coordinator and field supervisor. S/He will be responsible for ensuring that the timely data collection in the field is conducted in the highest standards possible as per the IMPROVE-WP5 study protocol and GCP. S/he must be flexible and work within the existing structure, in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity.

Qualifications

• Education: – O’Levels C – (minus)


• Must be willing to reside within the study area


• Languages: – Good English, Swahili and Dholuo, both spoken and written


• Knowledge and skills: – Must be able to use a smart phone or tablet to collect data


• MUST be in possession of a valid driving/riding license with emphasis in Class F and G and a competent motor cycle rider.


• Knowledge of GCP principles


• At least two years research experience

Desirable qualities

• Previous experience in research and particularly working within the community


• Work with minimal supervision and be a team player


• Able to devote additional time for the study including working over the national and public holidays


• Must be able to communicate effectively with members of the community and health facility staff


• Experience with qualitative data collection e.g. in-depth interviews and focus group discussions

Responsibilities

• Collect accurate data from the study participants in line with the standards and guidelines set in the study protocol


• Schedule and prepare a work plan for phone calls, home follow up visits and reminders for scheduled visits for participants


• Ensure that all the relevant case reports and appointment cards are administered appropriately


• Ensure that all research questions are administered 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


• Conduct home visits to follow up participants


• Ensure that one has requisite supplies in time


• 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 license


• Attend all the weekly meetings in time and report on progress of work


• Any other duties assigned/ delegated from time to time by your immediate supervisor

Terms of Employment

Six (6) months fixed-term contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first one and half (1.5) months. Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.

Applications should include the following

• Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)


• Current Resume or CV, with names and contact information


• 3 names of referees included in the CV or 3 letters of reference


• Copies of Certificates or transcripts


• Copies of KEMRI approved GCP certificate (CITI, FHI 360, NIH)

How to Apply

Applications should be addressed to the;

Deputy Director, CGHR,

P. O. Box 1578 – 40100,

Kisumu  to reach him not later than March 26, 2020

 KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS SELECTION PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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