Careers at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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; and
• Data Collection and involvement in field activities.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine;
• Registration Certificate from the Clinical Officers’ Council;
• Membership to a relevant professional body; and
• Proficiency in computer application skills.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: - -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organization skills
• Listening Skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST JOB GROUP KMR 8 (2 POSITION)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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; and
• Operating plant and equipment.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork skills
• Integrity

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens;
• Preparing clients for collection of specimens;
• Receiving/collecting, labeling and registering patient’s 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

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;

OR

• 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;
• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Demonstrated work performance and results.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical Skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, JOB GROUP KMR 9 – (5 POSITIONS CPHR, & CVR – NAIROBI, LAB. SERVICES – NAIROBI, CGHR – KISUMU, CGMR(C) – KILIFI)
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.
Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

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

Person Specification
 For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;
• 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; and
• Proficiency in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team player

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LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST JOB GROUP KMR 8 - (5 POSITIONS CPHR, CTMDR – NAIROBI, LAB. SERVICES – NAIROBI, CGHR – KISUMU, CGMR(C) – KILIFI)

• This is the entry and training grade for diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this grade will work under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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; and
• Taking part in preparation of Standards Operations Procedures (SOPs)

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Take history from patients and examine 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; and
• Provide inventory of clinic instruments /machines.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Demonstrated work performance and results.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organization skills
• Communication and report-writing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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 workload, 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;
• Master 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 added advantage;
• 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; and
• Demonstrated work performance and results.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical Skills
• Communication skills and reporting skills
• Mentorship Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
   

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Job specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Taking part in developing and implementing nursing care policies related to research activities;
• Promoting innovation, creativity and excellence in nursing activities in the Institute;
• Ensure implementation of nursing care and services required by the various diverse research teams within the institute;
• Spearhead patient\client Centredness’ practices within the research environment;
• Monitoring and evaluating nursing activities to ensure compliance with prevailing guidelines and statutory requirements;
• Ensuring performance contracting for the unit and capacity building by appraising nursing staff;
• Participating in scientific meetings;
• Reviewing and approving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); and
• Establishing staff training needs and recommending training programs; and
• Coach and mentor nursing staff.

Person specifications
 For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, public health, Psychology or any otherequivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in nursing disciplines, public health, health management, epidemiology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Valid Practicing Licensing from Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognizedMinstitution;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Demonstrated work performance and results.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.
• Mentoring and coaching skills.
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Team player.

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Identifying research gaps in line with the Institute’s research priority areas;
• Development of research proposals in the relevant research thematic area;
• Implementing pre-clinical and clinical research projects and/or supervise designated aspects of the work;
• Conducting medical examinations and writing medical reports;
• General diagnosis, care, treatment and provision of specialized clinical care for study participants;
• Conducting community diagnosis, care and treatment during Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities;
• Establishing strategic partnerships for research, training, innovations, technology;
• Sourcing for grants to fund the approved research protocols;
• Supervising junior professional and technical staff attached to his/her pre-clinical and clinical research program,
• Monitoring and evaluating implementation of research projects;
• Writing manuscripts, reports and translating research findings into lay language;
• Disseminating and translating research findings for evidence based policy formulations and implementation; and
• Identifying technology with potential for intellectual property protection.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: - Medicine and surgery, Dentistry, Veterinary, Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following fields: -, Clinical Medicine/ Surgery/ Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy;OR
• 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;
• Developed at least twelve (12) proposals, six (6) of which have been funded;
• Published at least six (6) articles in refereed journals with at least three (3) article as the first or lead author;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Proposal writing skills
• Analytical skills
• Creativity and Innovativeness
• Critical thinking skills
• Research fundraising skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Networking and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams
• Team player

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INFORMATION SCIENTIST, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (2 POSITIONS - SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMES, RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: - -

• 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; and
• Support in preparation and maintenance of resource database.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in information science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Problem-solving skills.
• IT skills, including internet research skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Teamwork and customer care skill

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RESEARCH SCIENTIST, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (2 POSITIONS – CGHR - KISUMU, CIPDCR - BUSIA)

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

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competences

• Planning skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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Job Specifications
 The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• 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; and
• Participating in supporting visiting scientific students /students on attachment.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;
• Published at least four (4) articles in refereed journals with at least two (2) article as the first or lead author; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competences

• Planning and Organizational skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Creativity and Innovativeness
• Critical thinking skills
• Team player.

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ACCOUNTANT, JOB GROUP KMR 6 – (2 POSITIONS)

• This is the entry and training grade for Accountants. The accountant will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• 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.g. imprest and expenditure returns.

Person Specifications

 For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competence

• 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, JOB GROUP KMR 6 (2 POSITIONS)

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

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
 For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Political Science, Sociology, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have proficiency in computer applications;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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ASSISTANT OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR, JOB GROUP KMR 8 – (2 POSITIONS)

• This is the entry and training grade for Diploma holders in this cadre.

Job Descriptions
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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, 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 III (100 w.p.m).
  • Business English III/Communications II;
  • Office Management III
  • Office Administration and Management III;
  • Secretarial Duties II;
  • Commerce II;

OR

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Team player

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BIOSTATISTICIAN/BIOINFORMATICS, JOB GROUP KMR 6 (1 POSITION - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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;
• Provide support for analysis and interpretation of statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information;
• 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; and
• Assist in the processing of large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical and report writing skills
• Presentation skills
• Good Team player

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CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT, JOB GROUP KMR 8 (1 POSITION – NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for Diploma holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Team building
• Negotiation skills
• Interpersonal skills

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GRANTS MANAGEMENT OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITIONGRANTMANSHIP - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: - - -

• 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• 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;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously
• Communication skills
• Team work

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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITION- RESOURCE DEV. & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Identifying technology with commercial applications and recommend whether intellectual property protection should be sought;
• Implementing inter-institutional agreements;
• Monitor material transfer and confidentiality agreements to ensure compliance with statutory intellectual property reporting regulations;
• Providing information to KEMRI and external attorneys to assist in determining intellectual property patentability and to oversee adherence to application timelines;
• Evaluating software and copyright disclosures, identify and review existing and new contracts and file appropriate copyright registration;
• Preparing non-confidential disclosures and descriptions of intellectual property and related information for potential licensees; and
• Supporting development, disclosure, protection, and exploitation of KEMRI intellectual property.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any science field and/or any other relevant Social science qualification from recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Ardent reader
• Networking and Interpersonal skills
• Team player

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Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Ethical in character and possess high integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills

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LEGAL OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITION - NAIROBI)

• 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.

Job Description
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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; and
• Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competence

• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Integrity
• Team player

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PLANNING & STRATEGY OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITIONSTRATEGY & COMPLIANCE PLANNING - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Assisting in development and monitoring of the Institute Work plan and budget tracking;
• Assisting in Writing and submitting reports on specific assignments;
• Collection and Provision of economic planning data as required from time to time;
• Assisting in compiling performance contract reports from the departments and keep records on performance contract targets;
• Participating in the preparation and implementation of strategic plan;

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy/Administration, Strategic Management, relevant science field or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in Computer Application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Integrity
• Planning and Analytical skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills

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Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer at this level will entail: -

• 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.

 Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in supervisory role;
• Bachelor’s degree in security management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in security management, Criminology or any relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Served in the National Police Services, National Defense Forces and any other Disciplined Forces for a period of at least four (4) years.

OR

• Diploma in Criminology or any other relevant and equivalent from a recognized institution.

OR

• Higher National Diploma in Criminology or any other relevant and equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• 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; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and Analytical skills
• Strong Communication and reporting skills
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams
• Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Team player
• Investigative skills

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QUALITY ASSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITION - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution;
• Proficient in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills;
• Creativity and innovation skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Communication and reporting skills;
• Interpersonal skills; and
• Ability to work independently and Team player.

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RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITIONGRANTMANSHIP - NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for graduate employees. An officer at this level will work under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously;
• Communication skills;
• Team player.

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Job Descriptions
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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; and
• Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 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 w.p.m)/Computerized document processing III;
  • Shorthand III (100 w.p.m).
  • Business English III/Communications II;
  • Office Management III;
  • Office Administration and Management III;
  • Secretarial Duties II;
  • Commerce II;

OR

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council;
• Public Relations and Customer Care Course from a recognized institution;
• Registration with a professional body; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Team player

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Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade an officer must have: -

• 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); and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key skills and Competencies

• Ethical and integrity
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills

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Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• 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 qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM); and
• Proficiency in computer application;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills
• Good communication and reporting
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Team player
• Ethical 

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DRIVER, JOB GROUP, KMR 10 (4 POSITIONS 1, CGMR C- KILIFI, 3 – NAIROBI)

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a Senior Driver.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• 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 III;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya police;
• Proficiency in computer application;

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COOK, JOB GROUP KMR 10 - (1 POSITION - CCR)

• This is the entry grade into the cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a Senior Officer.

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• 1-year Certificate in Food and Beverage production and Service from a recognized institution;
• Food Handlers Medical Certificate;
• Proficiency in computer application;

Key Skills and Competencies

• Planning skills
• Communication and reporting skills
• Team player
• Interpersonal skills

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OFFICE ASSISTANT, JOB GROUP KMR 12 (7 -POSITIONS) (MALINDI, KWALE, CRDR, LAB.SERVICES, LEGAL DEPT,COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE & INTERNAL AUDIT - NAIROBI).

• This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• 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.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Organizational skills
• Public Relations skills
• Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
• Interpersonal skills