The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Research officer - Epidemiology One Health to manage both lab and field activities for Sero prevalence , Risk Factors for Exposure and Socio-Economic Impact of Livestock Diseases in Kenya\", project
ILRI works to improve food security and nutrition and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe, and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 11 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, ILRI has regional or country offices and projects in East, South, and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern, and West Africa. www.ilri.org
Key Responsibilities
Support the design, development, and implementation of a national sero-prevalence and risk factor survey on six diseases namely: - Peste des petits ruminants (PPR), Sheep and Goat Pox (SGP), Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia (CCPP), Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP), Lumpy skin disease (LSD) and Rift Valley Fever (RVF) in cattle, sheep and/or goats in Kenya Take lead in conducting a desk review on the six diseases named above and prepare a report. Prepare research ethics applications, data sharing agreements, and progress reports. Represent ILRI on a day-to-day level with project partners and take responsibility for maintaining good relations with study participants, local authorities, and other stakeholders. Support analysis of samples and build capacity junior laboratory technicians. Liaise regularly with government officials. Disseminate research findings at scientific meetings and conferences. Be willing to spend long days in the field. Perform any other related duties as may be assigned.Requirements
MSc degree program in epidemiology, One Health, Global Health or equivalent. Minimum of three years' experience in data analysis in field-based projects Proficiency with appropriate analytic software and tools, especially R. Excellent organizational, analytic, and interpretive skills. Excellent written and spoken English. Good interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, especially to diverse audiences and targets. Proficiency with appropriate analytic software and tools, especially R. Excellent organizational, analytic, and interpretive skills. Excellent written and spoken English. Good interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, especially to diverse audiences and targets.Post location: This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
This position is at job level HG 13 and it is only open to Kenyan nationals. The position is a 10month fixed term contract.
How to apply: Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the role, and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development by clicking on the \"Apply Now\" tab above on or before 15 September 2024. The position title and reference number REF: AHH/1538/2024 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
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