Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI Community Liaison Officer - Kisumu Jobs
Key Responsibilities Develop and implement community engagement strategies to raise awareness about Research, SRH, Contraceptives, PrEP and the research study.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.
Organize and facilitate community outreach events, workshops, and informational sessions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for community members, addressing questions, concerns, and feedback about the research study.
Collaborate with the research team to ensure community perspectives are integrated into study design and implementation.
Monitor and evaluate community engagement activities to ensure effectiveness and inclusivity.
Advocate for the needs and interests of the community within the research clinic.
Maintain accurate records of community interactions and outreach activities.
Ensure participant recruitment and retention activities are in line with the site
Oversee, mentor and support the outreach team in their community engagement and participant recruitment/retention efforts.
Represent the study management in community meetings
Establish and coordinate the site's CAB and related activities as per the CAB Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
Formulate the study recruitment and retention plans, monitor & evaluate and provide technical support to achieve study targets.
Vacancy Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Mandatory
Minimum of 2 years of experience in community engagement, public health, or a related role. Mandatory
Strong understanding of HIV prevention, FP/PrEP, and related public health issues. Mandatory
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills. Mandatory
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including vulnerable groups. Mandatory
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Mandatory
Proficiency in local language is an
asset. Mandatory
Knowledge of research ethics and Good Participatory Practice is a plus. Mandatory
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification Mandatory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Mandatory
Ability to convey complex medical and scientific information in an accessible and culturally appropriate manner. Mandatory
Strong public speaking and presentation skills. Mandatory
Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse populations, including marginalized and at-risk communities. Mandatory
Empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution skills. Mandatory
Demonstrated understanding of cultural, social, and economic factors affecting health behaviors. Mandatory
Experience working with diverse communities and vulnerable groups. Mandatory
Strong planning, time management, and multitasking abilities. Mandatory
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Mandatory
Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Mandatory
Strong advocacy skills to represent community needs within the research team. Mandatory
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Mandatory
Familiarity with data collection and reporting tools is a plus. Mandatory
Master’s Degree is an added advantage. Added Advantage
How to Apply
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