to fill the following vacancies for a project known as SEARCH (The Sustainable East Africa Research in Community Health) study.

• Conduct tracking; planning and mobilization of home based testing campaigns.
• Conduct meetings and communication with the tracking team and local leaders and community units
• Conducting tracking by locating households of non-post CHC participants through the use of GPS devices and home based counseling and testing activities in line with the protocols and SOPs with support from tracking and study coordinator.
• Conduct a health, economic and educational interview, similar to the interview conducted during CHCs using tablet computers.
• Participate in the ordering of supplies and equipment for home based counseling and testing with appropriate use of local resources when available
• Other duties as assigned by Tracking Coordinator, Study coordinator or Study Principal Investigator

• Diploma in Community Health, Social Work, Community Development, Counseling or any other related field.
• Certificate in HTC-NASCOP Certified
• Experience in conducting research will be an advantage
• Experience in conducting HIV Testing and Counseling
• Experience in conducting survey interviews and working in the community will be an advantage.
• Competent with computer software applications including Microsoft office and internet based application
• Must be keen and attentive to details and have ability to follow instructions and procedures properly. Excellent written and verbal communication in English, Kiswahili and Dholuo required.
• Must be non-judgmental and flexible to mix with all cadres of people.
• Applicants with valid motorcycle riding license more preferable
• Must be flexible to work for long hours and at times over the weekends and

• Perform SEARCH study specific assays: POC CD4 using PIMA™ analyzers, HIV rapid tests, Malaria RDTs, Sputum for AFB, and Blood glucose levels, Full haemogram and blood chemistries e.g. Liver function tests and renal function tests.
• Sample collection and processing: Infant DBS and finger prick whole blood capillary blood for viral load RNA.
• Adhering to Professional Code of Conduct and Research Ethics
• Preparing Sample aliquots, archival and storage in the freezer works database
• Performing maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory equipments
• Laboratory Waste segregation and management
• Developing and updating laboratory inventory and stock control cards
• Ensure efficient chain of custody of all samples collected, laboratory study documents, results and perform tests as per the specific laboratory SOPs.
• Projection on consumables and reagents, and re-ordering whenever due.
• Any other duty as assigned by the laboratory coordinator

• Diploma in Medical laboratory Technology from the Kenya Medical Training College or any elevant, recognized institution.
• Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
• Current KMLTTB practicing license
• Current and valid Motorcycle riding license would be an added advantage.

• Laboratory Skills:

1. Good clinical and laboratory practices training (GCLP)
2. Phlebotomy :Finger prick capillary whole blood
3. Conduct rapid HIV antibody testing, Malaria RDT test, Blood sugar tests, Sputum for AFB and DBS sample collections
4. Sample archival and storage
5. CD4 and Viral load testing and finger prick sample collection
6. Laboratory data and inventorymanagement
7. Laboratory commodity management

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
• Should embrace community-based development work.
• Knowledge of computer software applications including MS-Office suite.
• Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in Suba/Mbita and Rongo Districts.

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery must be registered or eligible to practice with the clinical medicine board.

• At least one year experience with clinical research
• Minimum 2 years of experience in HIV Clinical Care including anti retroviral
• Prior leadership experience managing teams
• Experience implementing and supervising research (public health or clinical studies)

• Must have demonstrated exemplary leadership skill
• Must be a team player and motivator
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills:
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
• Maintain frequent contact using cell phone, email, and Skype
• Diplomatic with strong leadership skills.

• Able to monitor, gather and evaluate information of broad scope and complexity
• Natural ability to multitask, problem solve, and work with others to resolve challenges
• Competent with computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet-based applications
• Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in southern Nyanza Province

• Development of systems to ensure delivery of high quality HIV treatment services in the SEARCH health facilities according to the study protocol
• Oversight of ART delivery, mentoring, training, site evaluation, community follow-up, commodity management, and monitoring and evaluation
• Direct responsibility for implementation and oversight of HIV treatment at SEARCH health facilities according to the study protocol
• Supervision of staff that support linkage from SEARCH community-based HIV counseling and testing to HIV care and treatment
• Develop and maintain relationships with partners including the Ministry of Health, collaborators, and community units
• Provide leadership development and capacity building
• Submit monthly reports on ART delivery at study health facilities and regularly communicate with the Study Coordinator
• Other duties as specified by the investigators or Study Coordinator

• Obtain consent/assent for study enrolment.
• Conduct physical examination of study participants.
• Assist in follow up of study participants.
• Offer HIV counseling, care and support to study participants.
• Provide pre/post test counseling and adherence counseling to participant.
• Offer contraception counseling and provide contraceptive methods at the site.
• Completing case report forms.
• Assist in follow-up of laboratory results.
• Perform accurate record keeping and check study forms for completeness and accuracy each day.
• Schedule follow-up visits.
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community.
• Maintain a good relationship with the community and other clinic staff.
• Develop an in depth understanding of the study’s goals and the logistics required to conduct the study
• Report problems encountered to study supervisor and consult appropriately.
• Attend meetings related to the study.
• Performs other duties assigned by the study manager and designated supervisors

• Education and Prior Work Experience Required:
• Diploma in clinical medicine and must be registered by relevant body
• At least one year experience with clinical research
• Minimum 2 years of experience in HIV Clinical Care including anti retroviral
• Experience implementing and supervising research (public health or clinical studies)
• Working experience within a HIV care setting preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Must be a team player and motivator
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills:
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and Dholuo
• Maintain frequent contact using cell phone, email, and Skype
• Diplomatic with strong leadership skills.

• Able to monitor, gather and evaluate information of broad scope and complexity
• Natural ability to multitask, problem solve, and work with others to resolve challenges
• Competent with computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet-based applications
• Interest in working in an innovative and demanding environment with extensive travel to rural sites in southern Nyanza Province.