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UNICEF Kenya Jobs Nutrition, IT, Research
Consultancy Jobs Kenya Red Cross Society
Bridge International Academies Vacancy Kenya Quantity Surveyor
Database Development Consultant at Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN)
KEMRI Senior Internal Auditors Jobs in Nairobi Kenya
KEMRI Senior Supplies Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya
KEMRI ICT Officers Job Vacancies in Nairobi Kenya
Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County
KEMRI Research Scientist (Entomology / Parasitic Disease) Job in Kenya
KEMRI Research Scientist (Pulmonologist / Public Health) Job in Kenya

UNICEF Kenya Jobs Nutrition, IT, Research

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 02:44 AM PDT

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Kenya Country Office

Vacancy Announcements

Consultants

Date of Issue: 28 September 2011

Closing Date: 6 October 2011

UNICEF Country Office in Kenya is seeking Expression of Interest (EOI) from eligible individuals to provide short term Consultancy Services to support an evaluation of UNICEF supported programming on Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition in Kenya.

Kenya will be one of 5 countries participating in the global evaluation.

Scope of Work

The evaluation will undertake an analytical assessment of the progress achieved in management of severe acute malnutrition to identify key successes, good practices, and gaps / constraints that need to be addressed. OECD / DAC criteria of programme relevance/appropriateness, efficiency and quality of services, effectiveness, impact (potential) and sustainability will be used

Team composition and professional requirements: A team of 2 international evaluation experts has been recruited to conduct this evaluation. A team of 4 national consultants is required to support local data collection and processing. This EoI is issued to invite candidates who are interested to be considered to join the team as a national consultant to submit their application as follows:-

Nutrition Researcher / Evaluator

Ref: KCO/NUTR/2011-24 Level NOC

•Advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in nutrition or closely related subject.

•Familiarity with management of severe malnutrition (including out-patient) and emergency nutrition policy and programme issues.

•Strong research or evaluation expertise and experience. Experience in field research is particularly useful.

•Experience preparing and holding meetings and workshops with evaluation stakeholders and participants.

•Interviewing skills and experience.

•Good communication and people skills. Ability to express concisely and clearly ideas and concepts in written and oral form.

•Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.

•Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member and also lead and manage the national team as per the instruction of the international consultants.

•Language proficiency: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

•Period of assignment – 7/8 week
Health / Nutrition Economist

Ref: KCO/NUTR/2011-25 Level NOC

•Advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in health economics.

•Experience (min 3 years) in data collection and analysis in health / nutrition economic research.

•Familiarity with emergency nutrition/CMAM policy and programme issues.

•Good communication and people skills.

•Ability to express concisely and clearly ideas and concepts in written and oral form.

•Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.

•Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.

•Language proficiency: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

•Period of assignment – 5 weeks
Data / Information Manager / Analyst

Ref: KCO/2011-26 Level NOB

•University degree (Bachelor's or higher) in computer science / data management.

•Some research or evaluation experience (min. 2 years), including data collection and qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

•Good communication and people skills.

•Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.

•Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.

•Language proficiency: Good written and oral communication skills in English.

•Period of assignment – 6 weeks
Field Research Assistant (Qualitative Data)

Ref: KCO/2011-27 Level NOA

•University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in social science, preferably health or nutrition.

•Basic operations research or evaluation experience,

•Significant experience (min. 2 years) in field level data collection using participatory methods particularly in qualitative data.

•Good communication and people skills.

•Willingness to travel to rural and remote areas in Kenya.

•Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously as a team member.

•Language proficiency: Good written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of local language(s) is an asset.

•Period of assignment – 6 weeks

Submission of Expression of Interest (EOI)

Qualified individuals are requested to submit a 1 page max letter of interest, clearly addressing how the applicant's skills and experience meet the required competences, and attach a CV to kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org no later than 6 October 2011.

Please include "CMAM Evaluation EOI" as the subject of the e-mail.

More detailed Terms of Reference will be sent to short-listed candidates.

Candidates should confirm that they are available to commence the assignment on 1 November 2011 and that they will be available to work full time and to travel during the period of assignment.

Please note the following:

1.This EOI does not constitute a solicitation. We seek your expression of interest in the post, and not proposals or price quotes or detailed proposals. The duration of the contract, fee and other details will be negotiated after identifying short-listed candidates for each post.

2.Please specify the post to which you are applying.

3.A response to this request for EOI does not automatically ensure selection.

4.UNICEF reserves the right to change or cancel the requirement at any time during the EOI, and to require compliance with additional conditions in subsequent stages of the solicitation process.

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they send their applications along with their curricula vitae.

Apply to:

The Human Resource Specialist

UNICEF Kenya Country Office

Nairobi

Email: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate the below Reference Nos. on email subject.

•KCO/NUTR/2011-24 Nutrition Researcher/Evaluator, Level NOC

•KCO/NUTR/2011-25 Health/Nutrition Economist, Level NOC

•Data/Information Manager/Analyst, Level NOB

•Field Research Assistant (Qualitative Data), Level NOA

"Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply"

Zero tolerance of sexual exploitation and abuse

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

Consultancy Jobs Kenya Red Cross Society

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 02:38 AM PDT

On-site Capacity Assessment – Global Fund Round 10 HIV Programme

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya.

Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in the country.

Global Fund is an international institution that invests the World's money to save lives. The Global Fund works on the principles of ownership, accountability and results.

Kenya has for a number of years been a beneficiary of funding from the Global Fund against Malaria, TB and HIV and AIDS. The country has once again been awarded the Global Fund Round 10 Grant to cover Malaria and HIV and AIDS interventions for the next 5 years.

The Kenya Country Coordinating Mechanism (KCM) subsequently appointed Kenya Red Cross Society as the Principal Recipient (PR) for the Non State actors, so as to manage, coordinate and implement the Global Fund Round 10 HIV and AIDS Grant.

Kenya Red Cross Society issued an Expression of Interest, requesting organisations to submit applications for inclusion in the National programme as implementers. The Selection was done by an independent consulting firm. From the exercise a number of implementers were selected.

Kenya Red Cross Society is, therefore, requesting for Consultancy services to conduct On-site Capacity Assessment of the selected implementers for verification of capacity inclusion as implementers/ sub recipients in the Global Fund Round 10 HIV Programme.

Overall Responsibility:

The consulting firm(s) or institution(s) will conduct an on-site capacity assessment of the selected implementers with a view to determine the capacities and gaps that will need strengthening in programme implementation.

Specific Objectives

1.To conduct on site capacity assessment for the selected implementers

2.To document the strengths, weaknesses and identified capacity gaps of the organisations.
Deliverables.

1.Clear documentation of the assessment process. (Guidelines and formats for documentation required will be provided).

2.A clear capacity profile for each implementer clearly stating the strengths, weaknesses and identified capacity gaps with proposed ways of addressing the gaps.

3.A report of the exercise and way forward.
Qualifications

•The consulting firm/institution should have a team with the following experts:

•A lead consultant with a Postgraduate Degree in Programme Management/Strategic Planning, with at least 5 years experience in HIV and AIDS programming.

•Knowledge of Global Fund program implementation is an added advantage.

•1 Expert with Postgraduate and Basic Degree in Public health.

•1 Expert with postgraduate degree in Monitoring and Evaluation.

•1 Expert with postgraduate degree in organisational development.

•1 expert with Financial Management qualifications with a bias on Programme budgeting and Budget analysis.

•1 expert in Auditing (Internal or External).
All the experts should have:

•The experts should also have at least 3 years experience in planning or implementation HIV projects.

•Good understanding of community programming.

•Good knowledge of the National strategies for fighting HIV and AIDS and Global trends on HIV and AIDS.

•Understanding of the civil society and private sectors in Kenya.

•Good understanding of programme Budgeting process including budget analysis.

•No conflict of interest with the selected implementers.

Terms of Reference are available on KRCS Website: http://www.kenyaredcross.org/ or a hard copy can be collected from the:-

KRCS Headquarters at South C (Bellevue) Red Cross Road.

Off Popo Road.

P.O. Box 40712, 00100 – GPO,

Nairobi, Kenya

From Monday 26th September 2011 between 9:00am and 5:00pm.

All applications quoting tender no KRC359/11 should be sent to:

The Chairman, Tender Committee,

Kenya Red Cross Society

P. O. Box 40712-00100

Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 7th October 2011.

Bridge International Academies Vacancy Kenya Quantity Surveyor

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 02:33 AM PDT

Brief Description

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background in managing multiple sites and a high workload, who can visit sites and lay beacons, obtain maps from surveys of Kenya and manage their day to day duties in a variety of locations.
About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across continent.

About this position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

A central part of our operations includes the identification and verification of plots of land for our schools inside the slums and after that we start the strategy to build our units.

Ideally you will have varied post qualification experience with time spent working across Kenya.

Good relationship building/networking skills are required as well as being a driven and self starter who can gain credibility in short space of time. Good relevant contacts in Nairobi/Kenya would also considerably help your application.

Comfortable using technology to manage your duties (GIS, GPS, mapping systems) will be an advantage.

The Quantity Surveyor will report to the Head of Department, showing results on a daily basis.

We are looking for someone who is a results-based and motivated self-starter.

Responsibilities:

•Full quantity surveying duties

•Provision of project control and responsibility

•Observe Health & Safety provisions in the working environment
About You

•Degree in Quantity Surveying

•Good knowledge of Kenya

•Experience in using industry standard processes and systems

•Be proficient in MS Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel etc).

•Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to deadline and budget.

•The ability to work under direction but to be able to use their own initiative when required.

•Knowledge of the construction sector.

•Report writing skills

•Must be a team player but also able to work on own initiative

You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at http://www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com/

Database Development Consultant at Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN)

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 01:08 AM PDT

Location: Nairobi
Description:

Database Development Consultant at Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

DATABASE DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT

The Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN) is an international non-profit organization with operations in Eastern & Southern Africa (ESA) region. RATN is a consortium of training and capacity building institutions collaborating on a mission to strengthen the capacity of relevant individuals, organizations and other stakeholders to effectively respond to STIs/HIV/AIDS. Currently RATN has 30 institutions that are full members spread across 11 countries in ESA region.

The initiative for strengthening HIV and AIDS Training and Networking (INSTANT) programme is a new RATN initiative involving MIs submitting proposals on small innovative projects related to HIV training and capacity building as part on implementation of the RATN Strategic Plan (2009-2014). The projects are aligned to the four RATN Strategic Plan programme areas namely: Training & Capacity Building, Knowledge & Information Management, Advocacy, Partnerships & networking and Research and Monitoring & Evaluation. Since inception in September 2009, three rounds of application have been received. RATN is now seeking a company/consultant to develop a web-based database system that will help manage these projects efficiently and effectively whilst at the same time act as a monitoring and evaluation system.

Terms of Reference for Development of Web-based Database Application for INSTANT Projects

Objectives • Design, develop, adequately test and ultimately actualize a web-based database application that will assist its users (RATN and MIs) to access, analyze, process, and convert data into useful information using various search, sort, filter, and rank queries.

Since it will have different users of the system with different privileges, this database is required to have multiple views depending upon the needs of users.
It should serve the basic needs such as data entry and report generation for all users at all levels
The database should have an installable off-line version that can be updated/ synchronized with the online version.
The database will also serve as a planning, monitoring, and evaluation system other than just being an information source
The database will have various views: Some information on the database will be displayed for public viewing on the website. This link gives an idea of what is expected.
The database should provide administrative logs tracking the various activities done from specific accounts. The public profile/display should also provide adequate statistics on views and hits.
User involvement throughout the project to ensure that it meets the needs of the users.

Key data elements (INSTANT Database) RFP profile:

Name of MI, location, and contact information
Project name
Strategic objective (s) RFP is responding to (e.g. Kim, RM&E, training, etc)
RFP contact at MI
RFP contact at RATN

Project dates

Award date
Award amount
RFP start & end dates
Contract modification (s)

Deliverables ? Expected deliverables ? Actual deliverables

Reporting ? Reports by months ? Expected reporting date-programmatic ? Actual reporting dates-programmatic ? Expected report date-financial ? Actual report date-Financial

Other ? Support supervision: date, key issues raised Documents generated by project: research, baseline reports, media articles etc ? Stories of Change/best practice reports ? Challenges

Qualitative data Create fields for uploads of financial and programmatic reports narratives

Deliverables: Deliverables for this project include:

Functional Specification Document
Technical specification document: (Preferred database software is Mysql as this should easily integrate with existing joomla website).
Work break down structure with deliverables details
Initial working prototype with complete features demo
A complete and successfully running web-based database application, free of any hick-ups and bugs
All data and reports generated during software development
User and administrative manuals
A report detailing all data and procedures described in this document and performed in each phase of application development.
Support for 6 months after completion and successful commissioning of the database.

Experience:
The consultant/company will be expected to undertake a comprehensive user requirements analysis in order to ensure the system is responsive to user's needs. The consultant must also demonstrate proven past work experience of a similar nature.

How to Apply:
Eligible and interested consultants should send their applications including references on related previous work by email to vacancies@ratn.org . The application should also be accompanied with a quotation for the work including expected costs and duration for the project.

Deadlines:
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 3rd October 2011 at noon. Only successful applicants will be contacted and will then be expected to make presentations on how they would undertake the project. These presentations must be made by 5th October 2011. The selected company/consultant will be expected to embark on the project immediately

(http://www.ratn.org)

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KEMRI Senior Internal Auditors Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 12:44 AM PDT

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Senior Internal Auditor

2 Posts

Category: Finance

Department: Internal Audit

Location: Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description:

Manage on a day to day basis the planning, performance and report delivery of allocated internal controls assignments.

Duties and responsibilities

Undertake execution of specific audit assignments as dictated by the approved audit plan.
Identify and discuss all control weaknesses and recommendations with management.
Identify and promote good business practice within the organization.
Monitor the implementation and operation of defined controls and recommendations on an ongoing basis.
Ensure that execution of audit assignments is within defined timeliness.

Preferred Skills:

Key Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelors degree in Accounting , Finance or other relevant degree from a recognized University.
Fully qualified accountant (CPAK, ACCA or other internationally recognized professional accounting qualification).
Qualified CIA , CISA or working towards attaining the qualification.
IT Knowledge- an understanding of the working of the various systems and use of computer aided auditing techniques.
At least 3 years internal audit experience from a reputable organization with strong internal control structure or audit firm.
Knowledge of accounting packages especially Pastel or ERP.
Must be a team player with good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Ability to meet strict deadlines and work with limited supervision.
Be a person of integrity with high morals and ethical values.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications enclosing a detailed CV, copies of certified certificates, professional qualification, email address, a day time telephone contact and the details and contact information for three referees to the following address not later than 24th of October, 2011

The Director
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200
Nairobi

Email: director@kemri.org

Attn: Head of Human Resources

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KEMRI Senior Supplies Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 12:41 AM PDT

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Senior Supplies Officer

1 Post

Category: Supplies & Procurement

Department: Supplies & Procurement

Location: Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description:

The Officer will be reporting to the Head of Procurement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Secretarial role to the procurement committee.
Assist in the general running of the procurement department.
Assist in preparation of tender and prequalification documents for expression of interest.
Assist in supervision, coordinating, controlling of all stores activities.
Management of the continuous supply of materials to various Institute sections.
Assist in scheduling, managing stock taking and maintaining inventory accuracy at all times.

Preferred Skills:

Key Qualifications and Competencies:

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management from a recognized University.
Should have experience of working with ERP accounting packages.
Should have relevant experience from a reputable large organization.
Should be conversant with the Public Procurement Procedures.
Should be computer literate.
Be a person of integrity with high morals and ethical values.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications enclosing a detailed CV, copies of certified certificates, professional qualification, email address, a day time telephone contact and the details and contact information for three referees to the following address not later than 24th of October, 2011

The Director
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200
Nairobi

Email: director@kemri.org

Attn: Head of Human Resources

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KEMRI ICT Officers Job Vacancies in Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 12:37 AM PDT

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Information Communication Technology Officer II

2 Posts

Category: Information Communication Technology

Department: ICT

Location: Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description:

The primary role of this position is to provide support in data management, technical support and software development in the ICT department at KEMRI.

Duties and Responsibilities

Designing, developing and configuring databases.
Supporting Local Area Network/Wide Area Network.
Carrying out network and systems administration.
Installing and configuring servers.
Hardware/Application software support.
Maintaining Inventory of hardware and software.
Developing, testing and implementing Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP).
End user training on specialized hardware and software.
Developing and maintaining software programs.
Designing and developing websites, Intranet/Extranet applications.
Technical writing/documentation of the network and inventory.
Preparing monthly report for performance management.

Preferred Skills:

Qualifications and Competencies

Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University.
Certification in MCSE, MCDA, CCNA and ICDL.
Must possess a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade B- (Minus), with at least a C+ (Plus) in Mathematics, English and Kiswahili or its approved equivalent.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Good organizational and planning skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication .
Strong analytical skills.
At least 5 years experience in ICT End User Support; LAN/WAN networks with more than 300 users.
Multi-skills training and experience necessary (Hardware, Networking, Databases, Project management).

The Director
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200
Nairobi

Email: director@kemri.org

Attn: Head of Human Resources

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Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County

Posted: 29 Sep 2011 12:29 AM PDT

Organisation:?

Oxfam GB

Country:?

Kenya

Closing date:?

12 Oct 2011

EUROPEAN COMMISSION Water Facility:
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion for the Millennium Development Goals

Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County

Background
The total number of Kenyans with improved sanitation improved slightly from 26% in 1990 to 31% in 2008. During the same period the number of Kenyans with access to safe and adequate drinking water increased from 43% to 59%. The situation is worse in the arid and semi-arid districts (ASALs) of Northern Kenya which continue to receive less investment than other parts of the country. Turkana is the largest and the poorest district in Kenya, with 94.9% of the population below the absolute poverty line. The District has amongst the lowest coverage levels for water and sanitation in Kenya, estimated to be as low as 15% and 9% respectively compared to the national average of 31% and 59% respectively.
In response to the above, Oxfam GB, along with partners (Practical Action and International Rescue Committee), secured funding for a three year project, 2011 – 2014 for WASH interventions in Turkana to help in closing some of the identified gaps.
In 67 targeted communities, the project will address the needs of the poorest, most marginalised and vulnerable communities in Kenya by targeting people living in rural areas in Turkana County who currently do not have access to sufficient safe drinking water and sanitation facilities, and do not practice appropriate hygiene (e.g. hand washing). The action will particularly benefit women and children who are traditionally responsible for health and hygiene at household level, collect most of the domestic water and are most affected by lack of appropriate sanitation facilities.
Therefore Oxfam, International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Practical Action seek the services of a suitable consultant to carry out a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey, the result of which will be used to establish targeted hygiene and sanitation promotion approaches for the implementation of the project hygiene and sanitation activities.
Qualifications or Specialized Knowledge /Experience Required
• Master's Degree in social science, statistics and data analysis or related fields; Experience in WASH surveys will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in data collection and analysis, or WASH related studies and programmes, with previous working experience in the UN or other International organizations;
• Working experience in the Arid and Semi-Arid zones, especially Turkana region is an asset;
• Strong analysis, and good inter-personal communication skills;
• Competence on key statistical tools and software such as SPSS, SAS or CSPro, etc.
• Excellent command of English, both oral and written
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
• Suitable consultants are invited to submit their technical and financial proposals to Oxfam.

The Terms of Reference can be viewed online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs Ref: INT4909. The expression of interest and proposal documents should be sent online OR to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk by 12th October 2011, clearly marked as PROPOSALS FOR KAP SURVEY IN TURKANA.

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Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County

KEMRI Research Scientist (Entomology / Parasitic Disease) Job in Kenya

Posted: 28 Sep 2011 10:10 PM PDT

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Research Scientist (Entomology / Parasitic Disease)

1 Post

Category: Research

Department: Research & Training

Location: Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description:

The primary role of this position is research on infectious/parasitic infections such as onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, lymphatic filariasis and soil transmitted helminthiasis .

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the conduct of ongoing research the above mentioned fields.
Development of research projects / grants in the same field.
Providing a leadership and mentorship role in this stated field.
Development of research projects / grants in the same field.
Providing a leadership and mentorship role in this stated field.

Preferred Skills:

Qualifications and Competencies

Degree a relevant discipline.
Masters in Public Health or Epidemiology or a research related Masters (PhD in a related field would be an added advantage).
Knowledge and demonstrable skills in a wide range of research including experience in school health programs or mass drug administration projects /and or laboratory science.
Training in Good clinical practice (GCP)/ or GCLP.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Competency in MS office.
Must have demonstrated leadership skills.
Must be a team player.

The Director
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O. Box 54840 – 00200
Nairobi

Email: director@kemri.org

Attn: Head of Human Resources

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KEMRI Research Scientist (Pulmonologist / Public Health) Job in Kenya

Posted: 28 Sep 2011 10:07 PM PDT

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Research Scientist (Pulmonologist / Public health)

1 Post

Category: Research

Department: Research & Training

Location: Nairobi

Job Type: Permanent and Pensionable

Job Description:

The primary role of this position will be research in the following area: Respiratory health including but not limited to tuberculosis (TB): epidemiology, immunology; case finding and management; immunization; pharmacotherapy of TB – pharmacoepidemiology of drug resistance; TB and HIV infections. Non-TB respiratory diseases: high priority pathologies e.g. bronchial asthma, industrial respiratory conditions including acute respiratory infections.

Lung function and allergic conditions and environmental and occupational health related to respiratory health.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the conduct of ongoing research the above mentioned fields.
Development of research projects/ grants in the same field.
Providing a leadership and mentorship role in this stated field.

Preferred Skills:

Qualifications and Competencies

Degree in Medicine and registered to practice with the Kenya Medical and Dental Practitioners Board with current licensure.
Masters in Medicine Public Health or Epidemiology or a research related Masters.
Sub specialist in chest medicine/ pulmonology will be added advantage.
Proven track record in attracting research grants (evidenced by grants and publications).
Proven track record of mentorship .
Knowledge and demonstrable skills in a wide range of research including experience in conducting clinical trials (Phase I/II/ III).
Training in Good clinical practice (GCP).
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Competency in MS office.
Must have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills.
Must be a team player.