5 Vacancies at KEMRI - January 2026 Recruitment
Organization Overview
A leading institution in Kisumu is implementing programs that require professional, technical, and operational support to ensure effective service delivery, data integrity, patient care, and administrative efficiency. Multiple roles are available across clinical, research, ICT, and support functions.
Note: All positions listed are contract-based and located in Kisumu. Applicants are advised to review detailed job descriptions carefully before submitting applications.
Available Positions
1. Medical Officer – Kisumu
Job Purpose: To support delivery of clinical services, provide medical care, and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Examine patients, take medical histories, and perform physical assessments
- Diagnose illnesses and prescribe treatment plans
- Provide curative and preventive medical services
- Participate in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings
- Ensure compliance with health regulations and ethical standards
- Support health education and community awareness activities
2. ICT Assistant – Kisumu
Job Purpose: To provide technical support for ICT systems and ensure reliable access to digital tools for operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide first-level technical support for hardware and software issues
- Install, configure, and maintain ICT equipment
- Support data management and user access systems
- Monitor ICT assets and maintain inventory records
- Support virtual communication tools and email systems
- Implement ICT policies and basic information security practices
3. Office Assistant – Kisumu
Job Purpose: To support general administrative and operational functions for smooth office activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine office tasks (filing, photocopying, scanning)
- Support front-office operations and receive visitors
- Handle mail dispatch and document management
- Support meeting and event logistics
- Maintain office supplies and cleanliness
- Provide administrative support across departments
4. Clinical Officer – Kisumu
Job Purpose: To support clinical services through patient assessment, treatment, and follow-up care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient consultations and clinical examinations
- Initiate treatment plans following approved protocols
- Provide outpatient clinical services and triage support
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals
- Implement infection prevention and control measures
- Support health education and community interventions
5. Research Assistant – Kisumu (2 Positions)
Job Purpose: To support research activities, data collection, and evidence generation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support implementation of research protocols
- Assist with participant recruitment and informed consent
- Collect research data using approved tools and methods
- Support data management and documentation
- Coordinate research logistics and field activities
- Prepare routine research reports and summaries