Internship Opportunities at KEMRI

Interns at Kenya Medical Research Institute

Internship Opportunities at KEMRI

Apply for the Internship Opportunities at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a state corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, which has since been amended to Science, Technology and Innovation Act 2013 as the national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Interns at KEMRI

  1. Research Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts
  2. Data Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts
  3. Administration Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 3 Posts
  4. Laboratory Technology Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts

Research Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts

Internship Opportunities at KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership in accordance with the mandate of the KEMRI;
  • Official spokesperson of the organization and responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the organization;
  • Responsible for the execution and communication of the Board’s strategies, decision and policies;
  • Manage the budget of the Institute and ensure that its funds are properly expended and accounted for;
  • The Principal executor of all KEMRI contracts;
  • Ensure Development and implementation of an effective performance management system;
  • Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Board on key technical, financial and administrative matters;
  • Ensure that the organization has effective management structure including succession plan;
  • Provide leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board of Directors and staff with the development of the Strategic Plan, budgets and annual work plans;
  • Manage the day to day affairs and transactions of the Board of the Directors and coordinating the operations and administrative functions of the Institute;
  • Lead, oversee and ensure the implementation, the Institute, of applicable Research standards in Kenya;
  • Oversee the activities of the Institute’s resources and ensure they are optimally utilized and fully accounted for in line with existing laws and regulations;
  • Provide Guidance and spearhead research activities in the institute in line with the best research practices globally;
  • Foster and maintain a conducive work environment, and enhance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate governance; and
  • Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government agencies, county Governments, international organizations, private sector, non-governmental organization and other Stakeholders

Vacancy Requirements:

  • BSc. Biomedical Science and Technology, Biological Sciences/ Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized Institution.    Mandatory
  • Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age;    Mandatory
  • Have graduated and in possession of the above-mentioned certificates;    Mandatory
  • Attach a Copy of Identify Card (ID card);    Mandatory
  • Provide a Certificate of good conduct; and    Mandatory
  • Should have not undertaken any other internship or exposed to workplace experience related to their study area of study since graduating.    Mandatory
  • Should possess interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
  • Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter    Mandatory
  • A person of integrity    Mandatory
  • Should possess strong analytical skills    Mandatory
  • Must be computer literate.    Mandatory

Data Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts

Jobs at KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership in accordance with the mandate of the KEMRI;
  • Official spokesperson of the organization and responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the organization;
  • Responsible for the execution and communication of the Board’s strategies, decision and policies;
  • Manage the budget of the Institute and ensure that its funds are properly expended and accounted for;
  • The Principal executor of all KEMRI contracts;
  • Ensure Development and implementation of an effective performance management system;
  • Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Board on key technical, financial and administrative matters;
  • Ensure that the organization has effective management structure including succession plan;
  • Provide leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board of Directors and staff with the development of the Strategic Plan, budgets and annual work plans;
  • Manage the day to day affairs and transactions of the Board of the Directors and coordinating the operations and administrative functions of the Institute;
  • Lead, oversee and ensure the implementation, the Institute, of applicable Research standards in Kenya;
  • Oversee the activities of the Institute’s resources and ensure they are optimally utilized and fully accounted for in line with existing laws and regulations;
  • Provide Guidance and spearhead research activities in the institute in line with the best research practices globally;
  • Foster and maintain a conducive work environment, and enhance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate governance; and
  • Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government agencies, county Governments, international organizations, private sector, non-governmental organization and other Stakeholders

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bsc. Information Communication Technology, Computer Science, Computer Studies, Mathematics or Statistics from a recognized Institution.    Mandatory
  • Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age;    Mandatory
  • Have graduated and in possession of the above-mentioned certificates;    Mandatory
  • Attach a Copy of Identify Card (ID card);    Mandatory
  • Provide a Certificate of good conduct; and    Mandatory
  • Should have not undertaken any other internship or exposed to workplace experience related to their study area of study since graduating.    Mandatory
  • Should possess interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
  • Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter    Mandatory
  • A person of integrity    Mandatory
  • Should possess strong analytical skills    Mandatory
  • Must be computer literate.    Mandatory

Administration Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 3 Posts

Internship Opportunities at KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership in accordance with the mandate of the KEMRI;
  • Official spokesperson of the organization and responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the organization;
  • Responsible for the execution and communication of the Board’s strategies, decision and policies;
  • Manage the budget of the Institute and ensure that its funds are properly expended and accounted for;
  • The Principal executor of all KEMRI contracts;
  • Ensure Development and implementation of an effective performance management system;
  • Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Board on key technical, financial and administrative matters;
  • Ensure that the organization has effective management structure including succession plan;
  • Provide leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board of Directors and staff with the development of the Strategic Plan, budgets and annual work plans;
  • Manage the day to day affairs and transactions of the Board of the Directors and coordinating the operations and administrative functions of the Institute;
  • Lead, oversee and ensure the implementation, the Institute, of applicable Research standards in Kenya;
  • Oversee the activities of the Institute’s resources and ensure they are optimally utilized and fully accounted for in line with existing laws and regulations;
  • Provide Guidance and spearhead research activities in the institute in line with the best research practices globally;
  • Foster and maintain a conducive work environment, and enhance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate governance; and
  • Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government agencies, county Governments, international organizations, private sector, non-governmental organization and other Stakeholders

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, procurement, Finance/Accounts or Human Resource Management from a recognized Institution    Mandatory
  • Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age;    Mandatory
  • Have graduated and in possession of the above-mentioned certificates;    Mandatory
  • Attach a Copy of Identify Card (ID card);    Mandatory
  • Provide a Certificate of good conduct; and    Mandatory
  • Should have not undertaken any other internship or exposed to workplace experience related to their study area of study since graduating.    Mandatory
  • Should possess interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
  • Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter    Mandatory
  • A person of integrity    Mandatory
  • Should possess strong analytical skills    Mandatory
  • Must be computer literate.    Mandatory

Laboratory Technology Intern Kisumu & Siaya – 6 Posts

Internship Opportunities at KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership in accordance with the mandate of the KEMRI;
  • Official spokesperson of the organization and responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the organization;
  • Responsible for the execution and communication of the Board’s strategies, decision and policies;
  • Manage the budget of the Institute and ensure that its funds are properly expended and accounted for;
  • The Principal executor of all KEMRI contracts;
  • Ensure Development and implementation of an effective performance management system;
  • Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Board on key technical, financial and administrative matters;
  • Ensure that the organization has effective management structure including succession plan;
  • Provide leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board of Directors and staff with the development of the Strategic Plan, budgets and annual work plans;
  • Manage the day to day affairs and transactions of the Board of the Directors and coordinating the operations and administrative functions of the Institute;
  • Lead, oversee and ensure the implementation, the Institute, of applicable Research standards in Kenya;
  • Oversee the activities of the Institute’s resources and ensure they are optimally utilized and fully accounted for in line with existing laws and regulations;
  • Provide Guidance and spearhead research activities in the institute in line with the best research practices globally;
  • Foster and maintain a conducive work environment, and enhance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate governance; and
  • Maintain effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government agencies, county Governments, international organizations, private sector, non-governmental organization and other Stakeholders

Vacancy Requirements:

  • Diploma in Biomedical Science and Technology, Biological Sciences/ Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized Institution.    Mandatory
  • Be a Kenyan youth below 30 years of age;    Mandatory
  • Have graduated and in possession of the above-mentioned certificates;    Mandatory
  • Attach a Copy of Identify Card (ID card);    Mandatory
  • Provide a Certificate of good conduct; and    Mandatory
  • Should have not undertaken any other internship or exposed to workplace experience related to their study area of study since graduating.    Mandatory
  • Should possess interpersonal and communication skills    Mandatory
  • Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter    Mandatory
  • A person of integrity    Mandatory
  • Should possess strong analytical skills    Mandatory
  • Must be computer literate.    Mandatory
  • Must be registered with relevant professional body and in possession of a valid practicing license where applicable.    Mandatory


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