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Announcement Number: Nairobi-2024-004 Hiring Agency: Embassy Nairobi Position Title: Research Director (Kisumu Field Station) – All Interested Applicants Open Period:01/02/2024 – 01/17/2024Format MM/DD/YYYY Vacancy Time Zone:GMT+3Series/Grade: LE – 0550 13Salary:(KES) KSh0/Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week Promotion Potential:LE-13 Duty Location(s):1 Vacancy in
Nairobi, KE Telework Eligible: No For More Info: HR Section
0203636000
Nairobi [email protected]
Overview
Hiring Path:• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:For USEFM – FP is 02. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
Only one Open-to category should remain:
• All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentAppointment Type Details:• Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary periodMarketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.Summary:
The work schedule for this position is:
- Full Time (40 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.Supervisory Position:YesRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:NoTravel Required:Not Required
Duties
The job holder will serve as the Kisumu Field Station Research Director for the U.S. Army Medical Research Directorate-Africa (USAMRD-A) which has four centers in/around Kisumu: Kondele Basic Sciences Laboratory, Kombewa Clinical Research Center, and Kisian Entomology Laboratory and Malaria Drug Resistance Laboratory.
The job holder will serve as the primary agency contact for all USAMRD-A research and disease surveillance activities carried out in the four centers of the Kisumu Field Station. The job holder will manage USAMRD-A’s research and support collaborations with funding agencies, implementing and cooperative agreement partners, and host government ministries, including Kenya Ministries of Health and Defense, Kenya Defense Forces, county departments of health, and other organizations that work on the USAMRD-A research platform in the Kisumu Field Station.
The job holder reports to the USAMRD-A Director (position #R0024714) or Deputy Director (position #R0024483) to ensure that all research and public health surveillance activities in malaria, vector-borne disease, HIV, COVID-19, and other infectious diseases address U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Force Health Protection priorities and contribute to measurable outcomes in global health. Specifically, the incumbent
1) provides subject matter expertise and leadership to the USAMRD-A research portfolio on broad pathogen research and surveillance for diseases of importance to the DOD, US Embassy, host nation, and international travelers;
2) establishes and maintains local and international partnerships and relationships and strengthens collaborations with funding agencies;
3) leads and develops research programs with sufficient depth and breadth to support the overall mission of the USAMRD-A; and
4) develops new research partnerships and manages international and local collaborations for the continued success of the USAMRD-A mission. The job holder provides guidance to up to six U.S. military personnel (position #s R0024795, R0024756, R0024619, R0024916, R0024761, and R0024401) and oversees program operations for a team of over 216 staff.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
At least 5 years of programmatic leadership in a medical research laboratory with cutting-edge activities in molecular biology (including whole genome sequencing), immunology, parasitology, or related field. Incumbent must have served as a principal investigator on at least five major projects related to previously mentioned disciplines.
Must demonstrate proven ability to attract funding from government, non-profit, and corporate medical research and development entities. Must have demonstrated ability to successfully lead and/or participate as a member of complex, multidisciplinary research teams to meet pre- and post-award goals. Must have successfully completed at least one postdoctoral training period after completion of PhD (or equivalent terminal degree), with documented productivity. Must show experience in successfully mentoring graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.
At least an additional 2 years of managerial experience in a biomedical research/public health laboratory is required.Education Requirements:
MD, DVM, PhD, or DrPH and/or host country equivalent in medicine, public health or epidemiology is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
English: English level IV (fluent speaking/reading/writing) and Kiswahili level III (good working knowledge – speaking/reading/writing) is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Incumbent must possess excellent leadership skills with ability to nurture productive working relationships with relevant stakeholders and partners.
Must function effectively as a team leader, coordinating multiple projects, and providing detailed insight into activities and job assignments.
Excellent organization, time and project management skills, including ability to prioritize and manage activities from start to completion, regardless of time required; ability to accomplish tasks with short deadlines; and ability to responsibly manage funds related to laboratory activities and medical research.
Incumbent must possess broad and extensive experience and skill in consulting with biomedical scientists, physicians, human subjects research specialists, and policy makers, and in participating in collaborative research. requisitions.
As the senior most LE staff in Kisumu Field Station, the incumbent must also be thoroughly familiar with the USG/FSN employment system. Demonstrate proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other computer applications for program implementation and research.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.
A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.
The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Kenyan Police Clearance Certificate.
To apply for this position, click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• MD, DVM, PhD, or DrPH and/or host country equivalent in medicine, public health or epidemiology.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya.
