The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established under the Universities Act 2012 of the laws of Kenya and the University of Nairobi Charter, is the pioneer institution of University education in Kenya and the region.

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About Job

Qualified Kenyan candidates are invited to fill the above position on one-year renewable contract subject to merit, ability and competencies as reflected in work performance and results.

Reports to Study Coordinator, Project Director

Key responsibilities and Tasks

•  Ensure a seamless and coordinated running of the study at their sites
•  Conduct recruitment, consenting, enrollment and follow up procedures for participants into the study
•  Conduct tracing and retention activities for participants enrolled in the study
•  Providing timely summaries of study procedures and other reports as required
•  Ensuring that the study sites personnel and study participants comply with study protocol.

Job Specifications

•  Degree or Diploma in Nursing or other health-related course
•  At least 2 years as a research assistant/study nurse in a research study preferably in an HIV care setting.
•  Certificates in Human Subjects Protection and/or Good Clinical Practice Skills
•  Have experience using a tablet/phone-based data collection tool like REDCap or Open Data Kit will be an added advantage
•  Effective Communication skills in verbal and written formats in both English and Kiswahili languages
•  Ability to work under minimum supervision
•  Good time Management and able to make brief research reports
•  Ability to work alone and as part of a large research team
•  Excellent interpersonal skills, honesty and of high integrity.
•  Computer literate
•  Must be conversant with the study area