KEMRI/CDC JOBS MAY 2012

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

Vacancy No.K57/5/12

Program description:

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases. Currently, the program has a vacancy in Base in Transport Department.

Position: Chauffers - Drivers

MR 4

Location: Kisumu.

Essential Qualifications

Education & Language:

• A minimum Form four KCSE or its equivalent
• Applicants must hold a valid Kenya Commercial vehicle operator license ,Class B, C, & E
• Fluency in written and spoken English and/or Swahili
• Experience: 5yrs of Commercial driving experience, including one- years experience operating four wheel drive vehicles.

Desirable Qualities

• Applicants must demonstrate , by road test , skill in handling vehicles , the ability to drive defensively to avoid accidents and injury to vehicles or passengers
• Must present a Kenya accident free driving record for the five years previous application
• Current & valid Certificate of Good conduct from the CID Headquarters
• Must be willing to reside in Kisumu and/ or study areas
• Must be flexible in terms of working odd hours and/or travelling at short notice.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must know Kenya traffic laws applicable to commercial operations
• Be familiar with the requirements for safe vehicle operation under both crowded urban or near urban areas, and those encountered in rural or off-road conditions.
• Applicants should be aware of traffic safety rules, have knowledge of need to drive defensively when encountering unsafe or illegal operations by other drivers.
• Should understand the full operational capability and limits of the assigned vehicles.

Position Descriptive:

The driver/chauffeur will provide services related to driving passenger motor vehicles, four-wheel drive off-road type vehicles, trucks and buses for the CDC/KEMRI transportation unit of the CDC/KEMRI operations program in accordance with instructions received from transport Manager and/or the Chief of Operations or designee.

Terms of Employment:

1 year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first 3 months.

Vacancy No. K64/05/12

Program description: KEMRI/CDC Program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

Due to its continued growth, the program has vacancies in the BASE- Administration Section.

Position: Training Coordinator

1 Position

MR 9

Location: Kisumu

Reporting To: Human Resources Chief

Essential requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management with an emphasis in education or related qualification
• Post graduate qualification in human resources, project management, organizational development, or a health discipline training
• Minimum of five (5) years professional experience in human resources, education management or working in administration
• Computer literacy
• Experience working with large groups of stakeholders and the ability to manage diverse needs and opinions

Additional Desirable requirements:

The Training Coordinator is a key member of the KEMRI/CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration management, reporting to the Field Station Director. The position is responsible for coordinating all internal and external trainings in the program.

The Training Coordinator will provide overall training coordination in the Field Station and provide support to the Director’s office.

The Training Coordinator will also provide training leadership in Clinical/Research, computer/ data management and general training in the program including internship and student attachments.

The Training Coordinator should demonstrate excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

Major functional areas include;

Clinical and Research training:

• Working with various research projects in the program, the Training Coordinator will ensure that staff have the required clinical trainings, as determined by the Principal Investigator of each research project
• Ensure that all staff in have training in ethics/Good Clinical Practice, Good Laboratory Practice (GCP/LP)
• Work with leadership to ensure timely delivery of clinical trainings such as advance trauma, pediatric life support among others.
• Develop and lead a pool of in-house trainers for GCP and clinical training
• Working with partners such as MOH and others in provision of trainings relevant to the Field Station
• Organize for data management, statistical trainings, and other operational trainings for relevant staff and departments/projects
• Develop a database of in house trainers and areas of specialization

Leadership and Management:

• Develop the training annual work plan and appropriate budget
• Coordinate and manage the base scholarship scheme
• Coordinating the leadership management class including teaching sessions to supervisors and upcoming managers
• Spearhead grants management trainings
• Procurement and maintain training equipment in good condition
• Ensure that all training documentation is up to date including the staff seminars in Kisian, CRC PGH and Siaya
• Ensure that staff training payments are on time
• Track staff on all forms of training
• Perform any other duty as assigned

Terms of Employment:

A 1 year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first 3 months. Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

Vacancy No. K63/05/12

Program description:

KEMRI/CDC Program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

Due to its continued growth, the program has vacancies in the BASE- Administration Section.

Position: Deputy Human Resources Chief

1 Position

MR 10

Location: Kisumu

Reporting To: Human Resources Chief

Essential requirements:

• Must hold a Degree in Business Administration or, Human Resource Management.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience.
• HND in HR Management or CPS III Will be an added advantage

Additional Desirable qualifications:

• 5 years experience in providing human resource support services in a large organizational setup.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft office suite, Human Resource Information systems and ERP
• Ability to prioritize workload of self and program team members and balance conflicting demands.
• Ability to lead and work within a team and in a diverse cultural environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative and resourcefulness

Job Purpose

The incumbent will assist the Human Resources Chief in providing oversight to a range of Human Resources Functions related to Recruitment & Selection, Compensation & Benefit Administration, Training & Development, Welfare Programs and Separation & Grievance Procedures.

Major Duties:

The Deputy Human Resources Manager serves as a full deputy to the Human Resources Chief, sharing responsibility for the Department-wide functions noted above and for leading the HR Branch staff.

Major functional areas include;

• Informed by feedback, advise the HR Chief on Policy development and implementation in a wide range of areas, including recruitment and staffing, labor and employee relations, compensation, and benefits Administration, performance management, welfare programs, and others.
• Coordinate HR program evaluation, organizational assessments, and human Resources surveys through preparation of HR reports.
• Supervise and appraise the performance of the HR staff.
• Collect industry salary levels and prepare an analyzed salary survey report for management consideration.
• Oversee the day to day HR operations, by handling of staff and project manager’s matters through the manning of HR Helpdesk.
• Coordinate development and implementation of HR Management Information Systems that will provide current information to management through centralized personnel records, employee cv databases and job applicant tracking system.
• Assist the HR Chief in HR Budget formulation.
• As a member of the HR Branch’s executive team, play a key role in implementing the Human Resources Chief’s Management Agenda and the Branch strategic plan.
• Represent the HR Branch in cross functional administrative and project meetings/forums
• Any other relevant duty as assigned by management.

Terms of Employment:

A 1 year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.

Probation period for the first 3 months.

Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

Vacancy No.K60/5/12

Program description:

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

It is in this mandate that the program has a vacancy in Base Transport

Position: Auto-Mechanic

MR 7

1 Position

Location: Kisumu

Reporting To: The Head Mechanic

Essential Requirement:

• KCSE mean grade D+ and above or equivalent.
• Motor Vehicle mechanic Grade III, II, I) Certificate or Diploma in Automotive Engineering
• Driving License Classes B, C, E.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated Auto-Mechanical experience.

Desired Qualities

• Proficiency in written and verbal English.
• Good judgment in problem solving, wise leadership
• High level of professionalism and honesty

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out Motor Vehicle minor and major services.
• Trouble shoot and repair vehicles
• Overhaul and repair motor vehicle starters and alternators
• Provide technical support and repairs to Fleet management System; Fleet Log and Fuel Log
• Keep track record of work accomplished and give report over the same to the supervisor

Vacancy No.K61/05/12

Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

There is currently a vacancy in the HIVR Branch Prevention Section.

Position: Nurse - Counselor

1 Position

MR 7

Location: Kisumu

Essential Requirements:

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution. Certificate in Counseling will be an added advantage
• Registered Nursing Officer with a Kenya Registered Nurse certificate additionally, must have training in HIV counseling and testing including DTC or VCT or DCT.
• Minimum one year working experience.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English. Fluency in Kiswahili and Dholuo will be an added advantage

Job Description:

The Nurse will report to the Study Coordinator and Medical Officer, while working closely with the field staff, pharmacy staff and laboratory staff.

The nurse will recruit participants into the study, guide participants smoothly through study procedures, assist in proper follow-up of participants, and ensure the accuracy of data collected for the study.

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

The Nurse’s responsibilities shall include but are not limited to the following:

• Inform potential participants about the research study.
• Guide participants through the consent process.
• Interview participants using a standardized questionnaire.
• Conduct counseling and testing of study participants.
• Assist in proper follow-up of participants.
• Ensure privacy and confidentiality of all participants.
• Perform nursing procedures as appropriate to the specific needs of the study and study participants.

Terms of Employment:

Contract for 1 year, renewable as per KEMRI scheme of service.

Probation period for the first 3 months.

Remuneration:

Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade based on education levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.

Vacancy No. K59/05/2012

Program description:

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

It is in this mandate that the program has a vacancy in Base Transport

Position: Auto Electrical Technician

MR 6

1 Position

Reports to: Head Mechanic.

Location: Kisumu - Kisian

Qualifications required:

• A minimum Form four KCSE - D+ or equivalent or its equivalent
• Must hold a certificate in Motor Vehicle Electricals from a recognized technical institution or polytechnic
• Must have a valid Driving License Classes B, C, E.
• The incumbent must have three (3) years professional experience in electric and electronic diagnosis; unit overhauls e.g. Alternators and Starters, handling Toyota Land Cruisers/Hilux’s 4WD’s
• Excellent written and verbal English.

Job Summary:

The incumbent will carry out trouble shooting, repairing and servicing vehicle fleet monitoring gadgets fleet log.

He/she will also carry out trouble shooting of vehicle electric faults.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out In/Out vehicle Inspections on electric faults
• Trouble shooting and repairing vehicles electric faults
• Overhaul and repair electric units e.g. Starter/Alternators
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Applications must include the following:

• Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number)
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
• Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
• Copies of Certificates, Transcripts driving Licence, Current & valid Certificate of Good conduct

Applications are due no later than: 27th May 2012 to:

Human Resource Manager,

KEMRI/CDC Program,

PO Box 1578, Kisumu.

or E-mail to recruitment@kemricdc.org

or log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org

Note:

Applications MUST include copies of certificates and Transcripts.

Applications without these will be disregarded.

KEMRI/CDC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including application, interview meeting and processing of any letter. If asked for a fee, report such request immediately to 0701112145.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.