Position: Nurse Counselors (2 positions)
Reporting to: Study Coordinator
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
Screen and enroll eligible women at the antenatal clinicEnsure proper administration of consent procedures Administer screening and enrollment questionnaires to participantsUtilize Open Data Kit (ODK) on mobile phones to complete data collectionEnsure that data are collected accurately and resolve any discrepanciesPerform follow-up visits with participants in clinic settingPerform HIV rapid testing and counseling for adult participantsCollect uncontaminated blood samples from infants on filter paper for HIV testingPresent basic education about HIV testing and preventionPrepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports for the Study CoordinatorProvide on-going counseling and make relevant referrals for on-going support including medical clinics, TB clinics, support groups, post test clubs, etc.Assist with Maternal and Child Health activities as neededPerform other duties as directed by study coordinatorKRCHN or Bachelor’s degree in NursingMinimum of one year previous experience in clinical or research activities Familiarity with HIV-testing, prevention, and treatment strategiesBasic computer skills particularly for Word-processing, spreadsheets and e-mailStrong communication skills in English, Kiswahili and DholuoFemale candidates encouraged to applyDesirable qualities, skills and abilities:Experience with couple counseling and HIV testing, PMTCT, and/or HIV treatmentCertificate in Voluntary Counseling and Testing or HTC from NASCOPTraining in research ethicsFamiliarity with smart phone technology for data collectionAttention to detail and good work ethicAbility to work with minimal supervisionRespectful, punctual, hardworking, conscientiousAbility to work effectively as a member of a collaborative teamFull-time positionPosition length is 21 months, provided good performanceCompetitive salary based on qualifications and experienceBased in Kisumu, with travel throughout the surrounding area as neededInterested individuals who meet the above qualifications should submit a letter of interest via email to hope.study.ke@gmail.com by 30th June, 2013, indicating the position title on the subject line. Additionally, a recently updated CV, 1 letter of reference, and the contact information for 2 additional references should be included as attachments.