RCTP Nyanza Assistant Study Coordinators Jobs in Kenya

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). 

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care  and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and  Treatment program working in 140 clinics in Kisumu, Migori and Homabay Counties, Kenya. 

We have vacancies for Assistant Study Coordinators in the Option B plus Study

Position: Assistant Study Coordinator (4 Positions) 
 

Reports to: Study Coordinator 
 

Location: Kisumu, Rongo, Suba/Mbita, Migori/Nyatike
 

Duration: One Year Renewable 
 

Vacancy No. FN-55-11-2014

Key Responsibilities and Duties: 
 

The Assistant Coordinators’ responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of study design and goal, and ensure that the study is conducted in compliance with study protocols and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintains data collection and data quality systems in support of research protocol; may participate in analysis of research data.
• Directly supervise and collect progress reports and submit to the study coordinator.
• Responsible for the day to day activities of conducting of the study, including site and community relations and supervision visits.
• Training and monitoring of relevant staff including community mentor mothers and data clerks.
• Support PMTCT services and documentation in registers.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities.
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of any support staff specifically engaged in the carrying out of research/clinical protocol, as appropriate to the position.
• Participate in weekly research team meetings.
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants.
• Monitor and report on enrolment progress.
• Provide progress reports as well as report problems encountered in the field to the Coordinator.
• Monitor study expenditures and budgets within the Sub-county.

Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN/KRN); registration with Nursing Officers Council of Kenya.
• 2 Years’ experience in implementation of HIV prevention and treatment services. (Especially PMTCT).
• Previous experience with project management and clinical research.

Desirable Qualities

• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and financial accountability.
• Commitment to integrity and high quality performance.
• Strong professional references from previous supervisors.
• Above average computer applications experience and proficiency.
• Currently reside in or be willing to relocate to the above named Sub-counties
• Exceptional eye for detail

Applications must include the following:

• A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary.
• A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
• At least two recommendation letters.

All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 21st  November 2014: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu

Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email. 

Applications must be send through the email address in the advert. 

Applications send to RCTP staff will be deemed as canvassing and will be disqualified

Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. 

Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified.  

KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.