Posted:Sep 12
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Government Administration
Description:
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.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Clean and sanitize clinic rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas daily
- Dispose of waste and ensure proper segregation of recyclable and non-recyclable materials
- Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, and report any shortages or malfunctions
- Ensure compliance with infection control and hygiene standards
- Deliver documents, packages, and supplies to designated locations within and outside the clinic
- Run errands as assigned by management to support daily operations
- Assist with setting up rooms for meetings, training sessions, or events
- Perform minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs or reporting repair needs
- Support clinic staff with other tasks as needed
Vacancy Requirements:
- Minimum of secondary education Mandatory
- Tertiary college certificate holder is highly desirable Mandatory
- Previous experience in cleaning, administrative assistants’ roles, or messenger roles is preferred Mandatory
- Experience working in a healthcare or research setting is a plus Mandatory
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Desirable
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently Desirable
- Good time-management and organizational skills Desirable
- Basic communication skills in English is required Desirable
- Reliable, punctual, and hardworking Desirable
- Willingness to learn and adapt to clinic protocols Desirable
- Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and lift/move light to moderate loads Desirable
- Willingness to undergo training on clinic hygiene and safety protocols Desirable
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends, if required Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification Desirable
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Contract Based