Clinical Officers
Impact Research and Development Organization (IRDO) is a national NGO based in Kisumu. Its principal mandate is to design, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS research and intervention programs that improve the health status of individuals and local communities. We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill in the following positions in the Southern Nyanza Region (Rachuonyo North, Rachuonyo North, Suba, Homabay, Nyamira, Mbita, Ndhiwa and Kisii Central districts), Kenya. Successful candidates will be based in either of the districts.
CLINICAL OFFICERS ( 1 POSITION) - KISII CENTRAL
Job Summary: Provide the Minimum Package of Clinical services at the Wellness Centre and during community outreaches targeting Key Populations as per the set National Guidelines/standards.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Shall serve as the Wellness Centre Coordinator
Ensure excellent standards and quality of clinical care is provided to all clients and effective referrals and linkages made with tertiary health facilities.
Diagnose and institute effective clinical procedures which are consistent with National guidelines and observe legal and statutory requirements in all situations.
Mentor and supervise the other members of the clinical team
Ensure that all clients’ rights to access services are adhered to at the centre.
Ensure that the health care services are friendly, responsive to the needs and offered at the convenient time of Key Populations and their clients.
Coordinate integration of health services with peer outreaches.
Ensure that correct information is relayed to beneficiaries, DHMTs and other stakeholders in a timely manner.
Ensure correct, confidential and timely updating of clients data/ records.
Prepare and submit progress reports at required intervals.
Reporting to the Project Coordinator with regular supervision from the clinical Manager. Regularly report to the Project Coordinator as and when required.
Minimum Requirements:
Diploma in Clinical Medicine.
Registered with the Clinical Officer’s Council of Kenya.
Must have at least one year’s experience in a busy health facility.
Should have training and practical experience in Key Populations Intervention.
Knowledge on HIV/AIDS care and treatment added advantage.
Ability to diagnose and treat Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Must be pleasant, have good communication and leadership skills; and willing to work in challenging environments and under pressure.
Computer literacy is essential.
Submit applications, complete with updated CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone
numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd June 2013.
The Human Resources Officer
Impact Research and Development Organization
P O. Box 9171-40141 KISUMU.
CLINICAL OFFICERS ( 1 POSITION) - KISII CENTRAL
Job Summary: Provide the Minimum Package of Clinical services at the Wellness Centre and during community outreaches targeting Key Populations as per the set National Guidelines/standards.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Shall serve as the Wellness Centre Coordinator
Ensure excellent standards and quality of clinical care is provided to all clients and effective referrals and linkages made with tertiary health facilities.
Diagnose and institute effective clinical procedures which are consistent with National guidelines and observe legal and statutory requirements in all situations.
Mentor and supervise the other members of the clinical team
Ensure that all clients’ rights to access services are adhered to at the centre.
Ensure that the health care services are friendly, responsive to the needs and offered at the convenient time of Key Populations and their clients.
Coordinate integration of health services with peer outreaches.
Ensure that correct information is relayed to beneficiaries, DHMTs and other stakeholders in a timely manner.
Ensure correct, confidential and timely updating of clients data/ records.
Prepare and submit progress reports at required intervals.
Reporting to the Project Coordinator with regular supervision from the clinical Manager. Regularly report to the Project Coordinator as and when required.
Minimum Requirements:
Diploma in Clinical Medicine.
Registered with the Clinical Officer’s Council of Kenya.
Must have at least one year’s experience in a busy health facility.
Should have training and practical experience in Key Populations Intervention.
Knowledge on HIV/AIDS care and treatment added advantage.
Ability to diagnose and treat Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Must be pleasant, have good communication and leadership skills; and willing to work in challenging environments and under pressure.
Computer literacy is essential.
Submit applications, complete with updated CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone
numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd June 2013.
The Human Resources Officer
Impact Research and Development Organization
P O. Box 9171-40141 KISUMU.
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