A leading research and healthcare-focused organization in Kenya has announced multiple job vacancies across different professional areas, including medical services, pharmaceutical care, research, community engagement, agriculture training, and data management. These opportunities are designed to support ongoing programs that aim to improve health outcomes, strengthen research capacity, and enhance community-based interventions across various regions, including Migori County.
The organization is seeking qualified, experienced, and motivated individuals to fill several contract and internship roles. Each position plays a critical role in supporting healthcare delivery, advancing scientific research, and ensuring effective project implementation at both facility and community levels.
This comprehensive job advert provides a detailed overview of all available positions, including job descriptions and core responsibilities for each role. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the positions carefully and submit their applications before the specified deadlines.
Available Positions
- Medical Officer (Job Reference: VN00946)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: April 29, 2026
Job Description
The Medical Officer will be responsible for providing clinical care, supporting research activities, and ensuring adherence to medical standards within the organization’s healthcare programs. The role involves both direct patient care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support ongoing research and community health initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive clinical care to patients in line with established medical protocols
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of medical conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings
- Participate in clinical research activities, including patient recruitment, screening, and follow-up
- Ensure proper documentation of patient records and maintain confidentiality at all times
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated patient care
- Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans accordingly
- Support health education initiatives within the community
- Adhere to national and organizational guidelines for clinical practice and research
- Participate in continuous medical education and professional development activities
- Pharmacist (Job Reference: VN00947)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 2
Application Deadline: April 29, 2026
Job Description
The Pharmacist will be responsible for managing pharmaceutical services, ensuring safe dispensing of medications, and supporting clinical and research activities through proper drug management practices. The role requires a strong understanding of pharmacology and adherence to regulatory standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Dispense medications accurately and provide appropriate counseling to patients
- Ensure proper storage and handling of pharmaceuticals in compliance with regulations
- Maintain inventory records and manage stock levels to prevent shortages or expiries
- Collaborate with clinicians to ensure rational drug use
- Participate in pharmacovigilance activities and report adverse drug reactions
- Support clinical research by managing investigational products where applicable
- Provide guidance on medication adherence and drug interactions
- Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and organizational policies
- Conduct periodic audits of pharmacy operations
- Community Interviewers (Job Reference: VN00948)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 3
Application Deadline: April 29, 2026
Job Description
The Community Interviewers will support field-based data collection activities by conducting interviews, administering questionnaires, and engaging with community members. The role is essential for gathering accurate and reliable data to inform research and program implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct structured and semi-structured interviews within the community
- Administer surveys and questionnaires as per study protocols
- Ensure informed consent is obtained from all participants
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards during data collection
- Record and submit accurate data in a timely manner
- Liaise with field supervisors and report any challenges encountered
- Assist in community mobilization and sensitization activities
- Follow guidelines for data quality assurance and validation
- Participate in training sessions related to data collection tools and methodologies
- Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Job Reference: VN00949)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: April 29, 2026
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will contribute to high-level research activities, including study design, data analysis, and publication of findings. The role is suited for individuals with strong research backgrounds who are interested in advancing scientific knowledge in health and related fields.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and implement research studies in line with organizational priorities
- Conduct advanced data analysis using appropriate statistical tools
- Prepare research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on research projects
- Mentor junior researchers and research assistants
- Participate in grant writing and proposal development
- Present research findings at conferences and stakeholder meetings
- Ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards in research
- Contribute to capacity building within the research team
- Research Interns – Migori County (Job Reference: VN00950)
Employment Type: Internship
Number of Positions: 2
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
Job Description
The Research Interns will support ongoing research projects by assisting with data collection, entry, and preliminary analysis. This role provides an opportunity for early-career individuals to gain hands-on experience in research within a structured and supervised environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in data collection activities in the field
- Support data entry and cleaning processes
- Participate in literature reviews and background research
- Assist in preparing research reports and presentations
- Follow research protocols and ethical guidelines
- Collaborate with senior researchers and project staff
- Maintain accurate records of research activities
- Participate in training and capacity-building sessions
- Support administrative tasks related to research projects
- Farm Trainer – Migori County (Job Reference: VN00951)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 2
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
Job Description
The Farm Trainer will work closely with community members to deliver agricultural training programs aimed at improving food security and livelihoods. The role involves practical demonstrations, training sessions, and ongoing support to farmers.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct training sessions on sustainable farming practices
- Provide technical support to farmers on crop and livestock management
- Demonstrate best practices in soil preparation, planting, and harvesting
- Monitor progress of farming activities and provide feedback
- Collaborate with project teams to implement agricultural interventions
- Prepare training materials and manuals
- Support community mobilization and engagement activities
- Maintain records of training sessions and participant attendance
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs
- Data Officer (Job Reference: VN00952)
Employment Type: Contract
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
Job Grade: KMR 06
Job Description
The Data Officer will be responsible for managing, analyzing, and reporting data to support program implementation and decision-making. The role requires strong data management skills and attention to detail.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage data collection systems and ensure data integrity
- Perform data cleaning, validation, and analysis
- Generate reports and dashboards for program monitoring
- Support data-driven decision-making processes
- Maintain databases and ensure secure data storage
- Train staff on data collection tools and systems
- Collaborate with research and program teams on data needs
- Ensure compliance with data protection policies
- Troubleshoot data-related issues and provide solutions
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications through the official recruitment portal before the respective deadlines indicated for each position. Applicants should ensure that they select the correct job reference number when applying.
All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
