The Leadership, Excellence and Accelerating Research on Women’s Health (LEAWH) Program, implemented by the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), seeks to transform mid-career researchers from various African countries into independent leaders who can establish and lead research programs in priority areas of women’s health.

To support its mission, the program is seeking qualified professionals to join its team. The positions available are Assistant Coordinators (three positions) and Procurement Officer (one position). Each role is designed to provide critical support to research, training, procurement, and overall program operations, ensuring that LEAWH achieves its objectives in advancing women’s health research across the region.

This vacancy announcement provides comprehensive details of the available opportunities, including the responsibilities attached to each position.

Position 1: Assistant Coordinators (3 Positions) – KMR/5Reports to: Study CoordinatorLocation: NairobiDuration: 1-year renewable contract

The Assistant Coordinator role is central to the smooth running of the LEAWH program. This position provides operational, research, and training support to ensure the effective execution of program activities. The Assistant Coordinator works closely with the Study Coordinator and other project staff to manage day-to-day research operations, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination of findings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This role requires individuals with strong organizational and coordination skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and a commitment to advancing women’s health research. Candidates with prior experience in health research, training, and program implementation will be particularly well-suited for this position.

Position 2: Procurement Officer (1 Position) – KMR/5Reports to: Finance ManagerLocation: NairobiDuration: 1-year renewable contract

The Procurement Officer will play a critical role in managing procurement activities for the LEAWH program. This position ensures that procurement processes are conducted in a professional, transparent, and cost-effective manner in alignment with KEMRI’s policies and international best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This role demands a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational, negotiation, and supplier management skills. The Procurement Officer must be capable of ensuring transparency and accountability in procurement processes while supporting the operational needs of the program.

Application Guidelines

All applications must be submitted through the KEMRI website via the e-recruitment portal: https://www.kemri.go.ke/e-recruitment. The deadline for submission is 23rd September 2025, at 5:00 p.m. East African Time.

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