Adherence Counsellor - Kisumu

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and support to patients to improve adherence to healthcare protocols, particularly in HIV care.
• Build trustful relationships with participants to facilitate effective support.
• Manage and enter data into electronic health records or similar clinical systems.
• Collaborate within an HIV clinic setup in a public hospital environment.
• Apply motivational interviewing techniques to encourage treatment adherence.
• Participate in clinical studies as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Degree or Diploma in Counselling, Psychology, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in counseling or support roles within healthcare settings, preferably in HIV care.
• Prior experience working within an HIV clinic setup in a public hospital.
• Current Certificate of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is a MUST.
• Current certificate in Human Subject Protection is a MUST.
• A practicing license from the Counsellors & Psychologist Board is a MUST.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in data entry and management using electronic health records.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Additional training in adherence counseling or motivational interviewing techniques.
• Experience in clinical studies is an added advantage.
• Strong empathy and interpersonal competencies.

How to Apply

Applicants should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates, and a resume of maximum two pages, detailing their qualifications, experience, and three (3) referees (including telephone and email contacts). Applications should be addressed to the Director, Human Resource, University of Nairobi. Applicants should state their current designations, salaries, and other benefits. The application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the advertisement. Applications should be emailed as a single PDF file to recruit-acndovu@uonbi.ac.ke by April 23, 2026.