Job Description
Position: RIDER, J/G KMR 10 (1 Position)
Reports to: Study Coordinator
Location: GEM
a) Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the rider will entail: -
i. Ride the motorcycle as authorized
ii. Carrying out routine checks on the motorcycle
iii. Detecting and report malfunctioning of motorcycle system
iv. Maintain records of motorcycle journeys
v. Ensuring security and safety of the motorcycle
vi. Overseeing safety of the passengers and or goods therein
vii. Maintaining cleanliness of the motorcycle
viii. Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws
ix. Reporting any incidents to police and/or the office immediately they occur
x. Transporting samples daily from gem to Kisumu safely
xi. To work with closely with the study coordinator to transport samples and documentation
xii. Willing to live and work in Gem
b) Personal specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade of D+ or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
ii. Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of
motorcycle which the officer is required to drive;
iii. Passed the Suitability Test for Riders
iv. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya police.
v. Proficiency in computer application
Terms of Employment: A fixed term contract for 6 months as per KEMRI scheme of service.
Remuneration: Salary is negotiable within the appropriate KEMRI pay grade depending on education and experience
Applications MUST include the following:
Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER)
Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
Copies of Certificates, Diplomas or Transcripts
Must include a copy of Certificate of good conduct