Senior Nursing Officer at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Job specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Taking part in developing and implementing nursing care policies related to research activities;
• Promoting innovation, creativity and excellence in nursing activities in the Institute;
• Ensure implementation of nursing care and services required by the various diverse research teams within the institute;
• Spearhead patient\client Centredness’ practices within the research environment;
• Monitoring and evaluating nursing activities to ensure compliance with prevailing guidelines and statutory requirements;
• Ensuring performance contracting for the unit and capacity building by appraising nursing staff;
• Participating in scientific meetings;
• Reviewing and approving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); and
• Establishing staff training needs and recommending training programs; and
• Coach and mentor nursing staff.

Person specifications
 For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• At least four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, public health, Psychology or any otherequivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in nursing disciplines, public health, health management, epidemiology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Valid Practicing Licensing from Nursing Council of Kenya;
• Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognizedMinstitution;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Demonstrated work performance and results.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.
• Mentoring and coaching skills.
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Team player.