Counseling Psychologist At Kenya Medical Research - Kemri

KMR/6 Vacancy No. FN-011-11-2020
Reports to: Study Coordinator
Locations: Suba/Rongo
Duration: 7 Months
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Counseling Psychology.
Registration with the Kenya Counseling Psychology Association
A valid counseling license
Relevant work experience in the field of HIV especially with adolescents and young adults.

Duties and responsibilities:
Conducting training to providers and patients
Provide pre and post-test counselling to study participants
Administer the tablet questionnaire
Label Results card
Fill demographic info on Results Card
Responsible for safety of tablet and other study equipment assigned to them
Conduct meetings and communication with local leaders and community units
Participate in the ordering of supplies and equipment for home based counselling and testing with appropriate use of local resources when available
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Other required skills:
Post qualification experience in conducting field research, surveys or community based activities with people living with HIV will be an added advantage.
Strong Communication and organization skills; detail oriented
Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical landscape as well as the community required
Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Dholuo required
Must be willing to work in rural remote settings of Suba, Mbita, Uriri & Rongo with extra hours and long distances travels.
Computer literacy a must
Some clinical research experience and having worked in a clinic/hospital set up preferred
Ability to ride a motorbike (with a valid driving license) will be an added advantage.