Project Manager - Kirinyaga

• Preparation and submission of project authorization documents to relevant authorities, including NACOSTI, County Commissioners, and County Directors of Health and Education.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute scheduled research field sampling activities.
• Perform day-to-day management of the project team and promptly address any team issues and concerns.
• Provide day-to-day high-level support to the Principal Investigator (PI), assisting with the implementation of research program management processes and protocols in line with best practices.
• Perform strategic project resource planning and financial analysis.
• Conduct team meetings to discuss project status, risks, and progress.
• Lead the research team to complete allocated tasks within the stipulated time and budget.
• Organize the recruitment of assigned project research staff to ensure timely use of resources where appropriate.
• Work with partners, sponsors, and researchers to ensure project portfolio, objectives, and goals are achieved.
• Routinely monitor all activities, review risks and issues, and take actions to ensure minimum impact on research deadlines.
• Deliver project events such as research collaboration meetings, community engagement workshops, and seminars, and coordinate appropriate publicity.

Vacancy Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree: In any relevant field (Mandatory).
• Master’s Degree/Postgraduate Diploma: Considered an added advantage.
• Computer Proficiency: Must be proficient in computer applications (Mandatory).
• Experience: Demonstrated experience managing project(s) of similar scope or scale (Mandatory).
• Skills: Strong planning, organizational, communication, and reporting skills (Mandatory).
• Interpersonal: Excellent interpersonal, creativity, and innovativeness skills (Mandatory).
• Thinking: Critical thinking skills and a strong team player (Mandatory).

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply online through the KEMRI e-recruitment portal. Follow the instructions on the portal carefully to submit your application.