Employment Type:
Full time
The consortium of Vulnerable Groups Associations through International Action Against Hunger and Drought, is seeking the services of Research Assistants in Kenya
Category: Clinical Healthcare and Research
Country: Kenya
Location: Kilifi, Migori, Uasin Gishu, Bomet, Kakamega, Homabay, Garisa, Mombasa, Kitui
JOB PURPOSE: To provide efficient and effective Clinical Study Services, and nursing care to ASRH patients in a CPI/S program
STUDY: Child Protection Intervention and the Sexual and Reproductive Health of Female Adolescents Ages 13 to 18 Years
REPORTS TO: Study Coordinator
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess patient needs while in the Study Program in order to diagnose, plan, and implement appropriate nursing care in accordance with established protocols.
Conduct both Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Monitor study Activities, and plans, evaluate and advise/ make appropriate recommendations to the Medical Officer.
Ensure all study patients are aware of their rights and have signed consent forms.
Continuously advise and inform patient’s parents/ guardians on their children’s participation in the studies, progress, and diagnosis.
To maintain relevant medical records of the study Participants
COMPETENCIES:
Excellent diagnostic skills
Attentive to detail with strong follow-through ability Proactive and confident with strong ethics Able and willing to take and follow instructions and learn Ability to work with minimal supervision
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) Team worker, able to work in a multi-cultural environment, punctual and high integrity Well groomed; neat and clean appearance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To apply for this post you must be a registered Nurse/Clinical Officer with experience in Clinical Research/study
All applicants are required to state their current/last salary. Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce ORIGINALS of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, original transcripts and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae, and valid NIH/NCK certificates.
International Action Against Hunger and Drought is an equal opportunity employer.
Direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
IAAHD does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
POSITIONS ARE FILLED ON A ROLLING BASIS.