KEMRI Clerical Officer (Community Interviewers) Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI Clerical Officer (Community Interviewers) Jobs in Kenya
Program Description: The L9LS Malaria Monoclonal antibody trial in Kenya is a collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, USA (CDC), the U.S National Institutes of Health (NIH), and several other institutions.
This trial will be conducted at the Siaya County Referral hospital and Kogelo Dispensary in Siaya County. The KEMRI Malaria Branch has a vacancy for Community Interviewers for the L9LS Malaria Monoclonal antibody trial.
Person specification:
O-Level secondary education with a minimum grade of a D+ (plus)
Be trained in VCT/HIV Counselling certificate – (an added advantage)
Be in possession of a valid motorcycle riding license
Have a Good command of English, Swahili and Dholuo, both spoken and written
Be able to write brief reports and keep records.
Desirable qualities:
Previous experience in research and particularly in clinical trials
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) principles and Human Subjects Protection (HSP)
Job Description
The Community Interviewer will report directly to the Field Coordinator. S/He will be responsible for ensuring that the data collection in the field is conducted with the highest standards possible as per the L9LS monoclonal antibody study protocol and GCP. S/he must be flexible and work within the existing structure, in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
Collect and document accurate information from the study participants in line with the standards and guidelines set in the study protocol and SOPs
Schedule and prepare a work
plan of home follow up visits and reminders for study visits during home visits
Report to the field coordinator and to the clinical team any adverse events as instructed in the field work/home follow-up visit SOP
Ensure that all the relevant case report forms and diary cards are filled appropriately, and all questions asked during the interviews.
Check questionnaires for accuracy and completeness at the end of interviews.
Keep clean and comprehensive records of study visits and their outcomes.
Conduct debriefing with the study participants at conclusion of interviews.
Adhere strictly to the project deadlines for completion of duties assigned.
Use motorcycles to carry out study trial related activities as assigned by the supervisors.
Responsible for the security, maintenance and timely renewal of motorcycle insurance.
Attend all scheduled meetings on time and report on progress of work.
Perform HIV testing and counselling of mothers and children during screening for study
participation.
Any other assigned/ delegated duties by the immediate supervisor.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; KEMRI Clerical Officer (Community Interviewers) Jobs in Kenya
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