Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

Clean and sanitize clinic rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas daily
Dispose of waste and ensure proper segregation of recyclable and non-recyclable materials
Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, and report any shortages or malfunctions
Ensure compliance with infection control and hygiene standards
Deliver documents, packages, and supplies to designated locations within and outside the clinic
Run errands as assigned by management to support daily operations
Assist with setting up rooms for meetings, training sessions, or events
Perform minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs or reporting repair needs
Support clinic staff with other tasks as needed

Vacancy Requirements:

Minimum of secondary education Mandatory
Tertiary college certificate holder is highly desirable Mandatory
Previous experience in cleaning, administrative assistants’ roles, or messenger roles is preferred Mandatory
Experience working in a healthcare or research setting is a plus Mandatory
Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Desirable
Ability to follow instructions and work independently Desirable
Good time-management and organizational skills Desirable
Basic communication skills in English is required Desirable
Reliable, punctual, and hardworking Desirable
Willingness to learn and adapt to clinic protocols Desirable
Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and lift/move light to moderate loads Desirable
Willingness to undergo training on clinic hygiene and safety protocols Desirable
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends, if required Desirable
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subject Protection (HSP) certification Desirable