Vacancy No.K102/09/2011
Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the HIV Research Branch in Kisumu.
Position: Senior Data Analyst I or II
1 Position
MR10/MR11
Reports to: Data Section Chief
Location: Kisumu
Essential Requirements
- Masters (MR 11) or BSc Degree (MR10) in Mathematics, Statistics/Computer studies or Information Technology
- Experience : With Masters Degree, at least one year experience in a research organization; with BSc degree, at least three years experience in a research organization (post internship)
- Proficiency in English both written and oral.
- Problem solving ability
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis packages (SAS, STATA, SPSS)
Desirable Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent knowledge of at least one object oriented programming language (VB.Net, C++, Visual CE), longitudinal renationalized database management system and proficiency in standard office tools will be required.
- Knowledge and some experience in working with any Patient Care Systems (PCS), FREEZERSWORKS or their equivalence will be an added advantage.
- Ability to work well with the public and in a team
- Ability to collaborate with counterparts.
- Evidence of at least one published manuscript (author or co-author)
- Exercise of Judgment: Must use good judgment in making decisions and to keep to protocol as much as possible.
- Report any necessary variations from the protocol to the study supervisor. Must be careful to avoid breeching confidentiality agreements with participants, and be able to interact diplomatically with counterparts and the public.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure that forms are received, logged in, scanned into the automated databases and verified.
- Provide oversight and guidance to Data Analysts
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the data management process and the data being managed.
- Design and manage databases and data entry procedures
- Deal with routine problems arising in the course of data handling
- Participate in the design of data management procedures to achieve optimal efficiency and quality.
- Assist with manuscript writing (author/coauthor).
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Terms of Employment:
Contract for 6 (1) year renewable as per KEMRI schemes of service. Probation period for the first 3 months. Salary negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
Applications should include the following:
- Letter of Application (Indicate vacancy number)
- Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
- Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
- Copies of Certificates
- Day time contact telephone number
Note: Applications must include copies of certificates, Diplomas and Transcripts. Applications without this will be disregarded.
Due no later than 23rd September, 2011
To:
Human Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, Kisumu
OR E-mail to recruitment@ke.cdc.gov
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The KEMRI/CDC program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to: 0701112145
Title: Software Developer
Project: Kenya Health Workforce Project
The Software Developer for the Kenya Health Workforce project will be responsible for:- Maintenance, modification, and improvement on the existing project systems
- Design and development of new software for the health professionals’ databases
- Assist in linking professional regulatory database systems to other health information systems to ensure an integrated and comprehensive database system for the entire health sector.
Qualifications:- The candidate must have a BSC in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related course from a recognized University
- Up to 2-3 years experience in an active solutions development field
- Must have working knowledge in .NET 2008 solutions development in VB and C#
- Must have clear understanding of database management systems on MSSQL server 2005
- Must have understanding of open source tools such as PHP and MySQL
- Must have knowledge of system documentation and report generation from Crystal Reports
- Experience in hardware maintenance and user support in Windows 2003 Server will be added advantage
Essential Skills- Good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Good analytical and report writing skills
- Must be proactive and innovative keeping abreast with technological advancements
- Must have ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must be a team player, flexible and professional who is customer focused
Applications accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials and a day time telephone contact should be received by the undersigned by 21st September 2011
Country Director,
Emory Project,
P. O. Box 7808-00200,
Nairobi
Email: judith.olecha@emorykenya.org
A private School located in Nairobi suburbs seeks a person to drive the growth of the school particularly student enrolment.
Reporting to the board of governors while collaborating with the management team, the development manager will be responsible for implementing the business, marketing and development plan of the school.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in business studies, public relations or related area
- Minimum 2-5 years experience in sales, marketing or development work
- Work experience in a marketing or PR agency is a particular advantage
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good strategic thinking and goal orientation
- Good relationship builder with keen understanding of what motivates others
- Ability to operate with purpose and accuracy in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent writer and communicator
- Computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong detail orientation and organization
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Working knowledge of finance and policy management
Compensation
Salary is competitive and commensurate to targets met.
Contact
Please send soft /scan copies of application letter, certificates, resume with references and their contacts, to sdmjob@ymail.com by 21st September 2011.
We Shikata Agencies, a firm based in Kitale are looking for a cyber attendant.
The applicant should possess the following- Basis Computer Knowledge
- A fresh college graduate
- Full knowledge of the Internet
- Must be ready to work with minimum or without supervision
- Must have knowledge of basic accounting and book keeping skills
Send us your application letter, CV and expected salary to the following email before 20th September 2011, info.shermak@gmail.com
Only successful applicants shall be contacted
