Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, June 20, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
KENYA MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
KEMRI–CCR PHRD (Thika) clinical trials Project is currently looking for motivated individuals to fill in the following vacant position:
Position: Project Data Officer: KMR 6
Location: Nairobi
Reports to: Data Manager

JOB PURPOSE
To assist in the daily running of data management systems, installation and maintenance of computer hardware, software and networks.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct routine data quality/control audit controls on study generated data.
• Perform data quality and control procedures.
• Compile data, clean, transcribe onto database and submit data reports to research investigators.
• Coordination of various ancillary studies on site
• Preparing daily and weekly reports
• Installing and configuring computer hardware, software systems, networks, printers, and scanners.
• Ensure technology is accessible and equipped with current hardware and software.
• Trouble shoots all technology issues including hardware, software, and network operating system.
• Designing, improving, and updating live databases for long term data storage and back-ups.
• Scanning and filing of records, archive systems in accordance with department procedures.
• Provide training and orientation to new users and staff on various technologies.
• Training staff on guidelines, policies, and procedures. Any other duties assigned by Supervisor.

Education and Professional training
• A holder of a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field(s) connected to data management studies.
• Professional certification in courses on analytic skills and database management.
• One year of relevant experience is added advantage.

Competencies
• Data management and a well rooted individual in statistical analysis skills.
• Good communication skills- both written and oral.
• Skills in database development.
Experience
• At least one-year experience in a data entry/data management role.
• Very good IT or statistical skills will be an added advantage.

Terms of employment
Employment is on a one-year renewable contract with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
a) All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
b) Must include a current CV with names of at least 2 referees.
c) Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
d) Must include a copy of Certificate of good conduct
e) Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
f) Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
g) Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate
A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above should be sent to: phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org  Not later than 7th July,2021.
KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY.
Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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