The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established in Kenya in 1979 through the Science and Technology (Repealed) Act, Cap 250 of the Laws of Kenya operated under the Science Technology and Innovation Act, 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out research in human health in Kenya.

Currently KEMRI operates under Legal Notice No. 35 of March 2021, the vision is “to be a leading centre of excellence in human health research” and its mission is “to improve human health and quality of life through research, capacity building and service delivery”.

KEMRI seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced persons to fill the following positions on permanent and pensionable terms:-

Position: OFFICE ASSISTANT, JOB GROUP KMR 12 (7 POSITIONS)

Description:

An Office Assistant at Job Group KMR 12 is a role that includes 7 positions distributed across various locations. This grade serves as an entry and training level for this cadre. Individuals in this position will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer.

Job Specifications:

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

1. Guiding outsourced cleaning services on cleaning offices and compound.
2. Recording and dispatching letters, files, and documents.
3. Planting, weeding, pruning, and mowing gardens.
4. Collecting, assembling, and disposing of waste.

Person Specifications:

To be appointed to this grade, a candidate must have:

1. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Skills and Competencies:

1. Organizational skills
2. Public Relations skills
3. Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
4. Interpersonal skills

How to Apply

All the applications to be done through KEMRI Website

E-Recruitment Portal on or before 11th September, 2023 latest 5.00 p.m.

Successful candidates will be required to provide the following documents:

Certificate of Good Conduct Higher Education Loans Board Compliance Certificate (HELB), Tax Compliance Certificate, Credit Reference Bureau Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission Clearance.