Background

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and coordination of fellowship programs, leadership development initiatives, research training programs, and innovation ecosystem activities.
• Contribute to program activities related to global health, public health research, implementation science, women's health, adolescent health, and other related thematic areas.
• Plan, coordinate, and support the delivery of conferences, workshops, immersion programs, and high-level stakeholder meetings.
• Assist in grant management processes, proposal development, donor engagement, and preparation of donor reports.
• Foster effective collaboration and communication with international partners and stakeholders across diverse cultural and geographical settings.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, to support program operations and communication.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, technical reports, briefing materials, meeting minutes, and other program documentation.
• Manage and utilize project management and collaboration platforms to support program planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance productivity, content development, research support, communications, and workflow optimization.
• Maintain program trackers, databases, records, and other data management systems to ensure accurate and timely information management.
• Coordinate and support virtual meetings, webinars, and online learning activities using relevant digital platforms.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Medical Doctor (MBChB) preferred. Candidates with a Master's degree or currently in training in Public Health, Global Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Health Management, or a related field will have an added advantage. Mandatory
• Registration with the relevant professional regulatory body is desirable. Mandatory
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in health, public health, research, clinical programs, project management, or study coordination roles. Mandatory
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-stakeholder programs, research projects, fellowships, training programs, or capacity-strengthening initiatives. Mandatory
• Experience supporting program implementation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Mandatory
• Previous experience working with academic institutions, research organizations, government agencies, donors, or international partners is highly desirable. Mandatory
• Experience working in multicultural, multidisciplinary, and geographically dispersed teams. Mandatory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills. Desirable
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills. Desirable
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Desirable
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information. Desirable
• Strong facilitation, coordination, and event-management skills. Desirable
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Desirable

• Support the implementation and coordination of fellowship programs, leadership development initiatives, research training programs, and innovation ecosystem activities.
• Contribute to program activities related to global health, public health research, implementation science, women's health, adolescent health, and other related thematic areas.
• Plan, coordinate, and support the delivery of conferences, workshops, immersion programs, and high-level stakeholder meetings.
• Assist in grant management processes, proposal development, donor engagement, and preparation of donor reports.
• Foster effective collaboration and communication with international partners and stakeholders across diverse cultural and geographical settings.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, to support program operations and communication.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, technical reports, briefing materials, meeting minutes, and other program documentation.
• Manage and utilize project management and collaboration platforms to support program planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance productivity, content development, research support, communications, and workflow optimization.
• Maintain program trackers, databases, records, and other data management systems to ensure accurate and timely information management.
• Coordinate and support virtual meetings, webinars, and online learning activities using relevant digital platforms.

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Project management and collaboration platforms
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
• Data management systems
• Virtual meeting platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information
• Strong facilitation, coordination, and event-management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Medical Doctor (MBChB) preferred.
• Master's degree or currently in training in Public Health, Global Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Health Management, or a related field will have an added advantage.
• Registration with the relevant professional regulatory body is desirable.