- Job Type Contract
- Qualification Diploma
- Experience 1 – 2 years
- Location Kisumu
- Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
Receptionist – Kisumu at Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI
Receptionist – Kisumu
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist participants, visitors, and staff in a friendly and professional manner
- Manage front desk operations, including answering phones, scheduling participant appointments, attending to visitors, and handling inquiries
- Register study participants and update existing participants records accurately
- Coordinate with clinical and research teams to ensure smooth clinic operations
- Provide information about clinic services, including FP/PrEP services, and direct participants to appropriate resources
- Maintain confidentiality of participant information in compliance with Research Ethics and Site’s policies
Vacancy Requirements:
- Diploma in Front Office or equivalent (required) Mandatory
- Additional certification in office administration or related field (preferred) Mandatory
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably in a healthcare or research setting Mandatory
- Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) or scheduling systems is a plus Mandatory
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Mandatory
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Mandatory
- Computer literate Mandatory
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information Mandatory
- Basic knowledge of HIV prevention, including oral PrEP, is an advantage Mandatory
- Friendly, empathetic, and patient-centered approach Mandatory
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, research-focused environment Mandatory
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Medical Research – KEMRI on erecruitment.kemri.go.ke to apply

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