Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 02, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) is based within the KEMRI Centre for Geographic Medical Research - (Coast). Our core activities are funded by the Wellcome Trust. We conduct integrated epidemiological, social, laboratory and clinical research in parallel, with results feeding into local and international health policy. Our research platforms include state-of-the-art laboratories, a demographic surveillance system covering a quarter of a million residents, partnership with Kilifi County Hospital in health care and hospital surveillance, a clinical trials facility, a vibrant community engagement programme and a dedicated training facility. The KWTRP leadership includes the Executive Director Philip Bejon, the KEMRI Centre Director Benjamin Tsofa, the Ag. Nairobi Programme director Mike English and the Chief Operating Officer Catherine Kenyatta. Our Vision to establish long term sustainable capacity for research in human health that improves global health. Our Mission to deliver high quality research relevant to global health and to build local capacity for undertaking research. Aims of the programme •To conduct research to the highest international scientific and ethical standards on the major causes of morbidity and mortality in the region in order to provide the evidence base to improve health. •To train an internationally competitive cadre of Kenyan and African research leaders to ensure the long term development of health research in Africa
Reports to: Study Administrator
Duration: 1 Year Renewable Contract as per KEMRI Scheme of Service.
The first 3 months is a probation period
Overall job description
Provides efficient cleaning and messenger services focusing on achievement of great results. .

Duties and Responsibilities
• Collection and delivery of mail and other materials as required from and to the post office, courier and other institutions like Kenya Power, KIWASCO.
• Ensure the office surfaces, furniture, walls, doors, windows, curtains, kitchen, utensils, corridors, toilets and training venues are kept clean at all times
• Cleaning office toilets and ensuring availability of toilet the rolls, soaps, washing liquid and hand towels when required.
• Opening and closing of the office premises on time, and ensuring that all the office doors are securely locked when not in use closed.
• Remain flexible and work additional hours when required
• Provide efficient organization and cleaning services
• Paying attention and ensuring hygienic standards of sanitary facilities at all times.
• Maintaining the office garden, cutting grass short and trimming flowers.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the entrance and office environment.
• Report on the stock status of the toilet rolls, and detergents.
• Maintaining the organization of paper, documents and clean desks and offices
• Photocopy and duplicating services
• Ensuring that tea, water and refreshment are served and provided to the study staff as requested.
• Supporting office hospitality during trainings and meetings.
• Perform work related errands as requested.

Other Required Skills
• Understanding of the study site operations, procedures and requirements
• Efficiency in the delivery of all the listed services’
• Focuses on results for the site and responds positively to feed back.
• Flexible and highly organized.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a constructive positive attitude
• He/ She demonstrates client oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Required Qualifications
• Minimum O-Level; with short training in any course,
• Computer training as an added advantage
• At least one year of work experience preferably with a busy office environment.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Applications to be done through the email hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org - (Indicate Position & Vacancy Number as the subject of your Email). Applicants should attach the following:
• Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number) and date available to start working for the study
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
• Two letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
• Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts
• A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)
• A copy of National Identity card or passport
KEMRI or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered f or employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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