Mental Health Study Advert
Mental Health Study Advert
Mental Health Study Advert
KEMRI - RCTP
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Opening Date: February 8, 2023
Background Information:
MENTAL Health study is partially nested in the KENya Single-dose HPV vaccine-Efficacy (KEN
SHE) Study being conducted in Kisumu, Thika and Nairobi.This is a comparative Cross-Sectional
Study broaden our understanding of the prevalence, risk factors and consequences of maternal
mental health in pregnant andparenting AGYW in a low resource setting. The project’s local
implementing partner is KEMRI, through Kisumu, Thika and Nairobi KEMRI Centers.
Qualifications:
• Diploma in Social Work, Community Health, or related fields
• Language skills: fluency in English, Kiswahili, and Dholuo, spoken and written
• Computer proficient (Microsoft Office, e-mail, Zoom)
• Prior experience with research data collection, preferably with adolescent girls and
young women: Must provide reference from prior employer/principal
investigator.
Qualifications
Desirable Qualities
• Design, build and implement study databases and data collection tools
• Conduct training of all data clerks and relevant staff on data-specific items, study
protocol, SOPs and documents, and equipment use as assigned by the data manager
• Performing QA/QC of eCRFs, chart notes and name charts to ensure quality and
accuracy.
• Oversee (in conjunction with technical experts) the use and operation of data capture and
storage platforms
• Maintain computers and other equipment used for data collection, ensuring data is
backed up daily and CRFs are updated as needed
• Perform regular data reviews and identify problems with the data quality and
integrity, communicate the issues and work with the Data manager for timely
corrective action/query resolution
• Generate routine statistical reports and custom dashboards as needed for information
dissemination
• Work with the study team to ensure that data reporting needs are scheduled and
addressed
• Develop and review data related
• Transcription of all lab results and communication of the same as per the lab results
communication SOP while under supervision
How to Apply
a) All applicants must meet each selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements.
b) Must include a current CV with the names of at least three referees.
c) Must include copies of academic and professional certificates.
d) Indicate the Vacancy Number on the subject of the application Email.
A duly signed application letter indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed
above should be sent to: [email protected] not later than February 28, 2023.