Kenya Medical Research Institute Vacancies

USA Medical Research Unit 

Kenya Medical Research Institute

Mbagathi Road - Nairobi, Kenya

The Walter Reed Project" is a research-based organization that is affiliated to the Kenya Medical Research Institute. 

Our mission is to develop and test improved means for predicting, detecting, preventing and treating infectious diseases. 

The organization seeks to fill the following two positions in its Nairobi office

Human Resources Officer 

(1 post)

Responsibilities

• Maintains the medical scheme records and generates a monthly statement on the status of all medical accounts in liaison with the scheme providers
• Ensures timely communication to and from service providers
• Assists in the recruitment process
• Assists in the induction programme for new employees
• Liaises with relevant government bodies to obtain work permits for non- resident employees
• He/she will be expected to avail correct interpretation of personnel policies and assist the organization to ensure that Kenya labour laws are adhered to in the organization.

Minimum Qualification

1. Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
2. Good knowledge of the Kenya employment legislation.
3. Minimum of 2 to 3 years relevant working experience in a busy HR department preferably in an NON governmental organization.
4. Bachelors' degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Other Skills Required

• Proficient in MS Office.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
• Ability to respond to queries on HR policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently

Assistant Medical Maintenance Officer

(1 Post)

Essential Functions:  

• Under the supervision, guidance and approval of the Medical Maintenance Officer, the Assistant Medical Maintenance Officer will maintain all laboratory and clinical equipment to meet national and international standards, including repairs, installation, calibration and routine maintenance needs. 
• The Assistant Medical Maintenance officer will report directly to the Medical Maintenance Officer.

Key Responsibilities

All functions below will be conducted under the guidance and supervision of the Medical Maintenance Officer.

1. Under the Supervision of the Medical Maintenance Officer, inspect and test malfunctioning medical and related equipment following manufacturers' specifications.
2. Examine medical equipment and facility's structural environment and check for proper use of equipment, to protect staff from electrical or mechanical hazards.
3. Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
4. Under the Supervision and approval of the Medical Maintenance Officer, disassemble malfunctioning equipment and remove, repair and replace defective parts
5. Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
6. Under the Supervision and approval of the Medical Maintenance Officer, perform preventive maintenance or service such as cleaning, lubricating and adjusting equipment.
7. Under the Supervision and approval of the Medical Maintenance Officer, test and calibrate components and equipment following manufacturers' manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools and measuring devices. Explain and demonstrate correct operation and preventive maintenance of medical equipment to personnel.
8. Study technical manuals and when available, attend training sessions provided by WRAIR or manufacturers to upgrade current knowledge
9. Plan and carry out work assignments, using blueprints, schematic drawings, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and liquid and air flow sheets, while following prescribed regulations, directives, and other instructions as required.
10. Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition in accordance with regulations.
11. Calibrate equipment to meet manufacturer's design specifications.
12. Compute power and space requirements for installing medical equipment and install units to manufacturer's specifications.
13. Work closely with the medical maintenance team at WRAIR and keep designated personnel abreast of all relevant issues
14. General building facility maintenance for water and air conditioning systems
15. Other duties as requested by the Medical Maintenance Officer and/or Management.

Qualifications:

1. Diploma in medical engineenng from a recognized institution.
2. At least three years working experience in a busy medical laboratory. Preference will be given to applicants who have served in a medical research laboratory.
3. Must have ability to maintain and repair freezers and fridges.

Terms and Remuneration

Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful candidate according to the KEMRI salary scales.

Posting

Applicants should submit their application including their Curriculum Vitae and copies of both academic and professional certificates, stating their current position and three (3) professional referees. 

The application should reach us on or before 5.00pm on Thursday 31" May 2012.

N/B. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Send your application to;

The Human Resource
USAMRU-K/KEMRI
Walter Reed Project,
P.O. Box 29893- 00202
Nairobi 

Or Email to humanresource@wrp-nbo.org