KEMRI Assistant IT Manager and Nurse / Study Coordinator Jobs

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)/Walter Reed Project, HIV Program Kericho carries out HIV/AIDS research and provides care and treatment to persons affected in the South Rift Valley region.

We are seeking to recruit qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Assistant IT Manager
(One Post)

Key Responsibilities:
• Rapid application development:
1. System analysis and design
2. Programming
3. Database creation and maintenance
• Network setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of network equipment.
• Microsoft Windows Network administration and user support; MS Active Directory, MS Exchange,
 DHCP, DNS, ISA etc). Specific tasks will include:
1. Managing the network
2. Setting up users in the network
3. Provide user training and general support in network use
4. E-mail setup
5. Ensure effective use of application software
• Manage the IT inventory and advise the organization on IT hardware/software to procure.
• Installation of new hardware/software as well as maintenance of existing hardware/software.
• Back up data into backup media and securing them.
• Prepare, review and update Standard Operating Procedures and policies for the unit and its partners.
• Setup and manage barcode printing as stipulated by the laboratory and /or research protocols.
• Provide data and IT Support to all running and upcoming research protocols.
• Work with the IT Manager in the management of IT activities and resources within the unit.

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in IT related field (information technology, information systems, business information systems, information sciences, computer science).
• Professional training in MCSE is a must.
• Proficiency in Visual Basic and related databases is required.
• At least 2 years experience in a busy IT environment.

Additional Requirements:
• CCNA.
• Experience in clinical trials research is an added advantage.
• Ability to nurture good working relationships with the partner Sites.
• Good team worker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Nurse / Study Coordinator
(One Post)

Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and oversee implementation of ongoing and future studies under the micro-hub laboratory.
• Oversee the conduct of research to ensure compliance with the approved protocols.
• Develop, direct and coordinate a quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) program for Micro-hub field sites.
• Ensure patient confidentiality by ensuring patient Case Report Forms (CRFs) are well handled and stored.
• Carry out QA/QC on Study consent forms and Case Report Forms.
• Ensure completeness of data in the Case Report Forms (CRF) before data entry.
• Support field staff in establishing of work priorities, schedules and goals.
• Generate reports / updates on QA/QC activities to the Micro-hub in-charge.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Micro-hub in-charge.

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in Nursing (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Should be a registered nurse.
• Minimum of 3-5 years related work experience including 2 years in supervisory position.
• Demonstrated experience with data collection and QA in the field.
• Should have experience with research protocols.
• Should have experience working with MOH facilities.

Additional Requirements:
• Knowledge of clinical medicine and good clinical practices (GCP) concepts.
• Knowledge of general medical / health research study design concepts and human subjects protection.
• Knowledge on data management and analysis methods.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Proficiency in office automation (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets and preferably small database management systems).
• Excellent management, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in Kericho and travel to different sites for duty requirements.
How to Apply:

Applicants should submit their application letters, resumes, testimonials, copies of certificates and day time telephone contact(s) no later than March 2nd, 2011 to:

The Human Resources Manager
KEMRI / Walter Reed Project - HIV Program
P.O. Box 1357 - 20200;
Hospital Road; Kericho, Kenya

Persons who do not meet the minimum requirements need not apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.