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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. The 1979 Act established KEMRI as a National body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya.

Senior Grants Management Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Implement resource mobilization strategies aligned with KEMRI’s strategic priorities and research agenda.

• Identify potential funding opportunities from government agencies, bilateral and multilateral donors, foundations, development partners, private sector organizations and other funding sources.

• Conduct regular research and analysis of funding opportunities, donor priorities and emerging trends to inform institutional resource mobilization efforts.

• Coordinate the development and submission of high quality concept notes, expressions of interest, proposals and other funding applications in collaboration with Principal Investigators and relevant departments.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of funding opportunities, donors, partners and submitted application, and track their status and outcomes.

• Support Principal Investigators and research teams in developing competitive proposals, including resource mobilization strategies, budgets and donor specific requirements.

• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with donors, development partners, private sector organizations and other potential funding partners.

• Monitor and evaluate resource mobilization performance, including funding applications, success rates, income generated and donor engagement, and prepare periodic reports.

• Support donor engagement meetings, partnership forums, networking events and other resource mobilization activities.

• Provide guidance and capacity building to staff on resource mobilization, proposal development, donor requirements and partnership development.

• Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure compliance with donor requirements and institutional policies throughout the funding cycle.

• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Biomedical Sciences, Medical Science, Social Sciences or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.

• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Biomedical Sciences; Medical Sciences; Social sciences and any other relevant field from a recognizes institution.

• At least eight (8) years relevant working experience in resource mobilization, fundraising, grants management, business development, partnerships or a related field

• Demonstrated experience in developing successful funding proposals and/or mobilizing resources from local, international and industry funding partners

• Proficiency in computer applications and relevant digital tools.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills

• Strong networking and partnership development skills, Good knowledge of donor funding processes and requirements

• Strategic thinking and ability to identify and pursue funding opportunities.

• Good organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• High level of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.

Senior Dynamics 365 Business Central Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Developing documentation for Dynamics 365 Business Central applications and drawing up hardware specifications according to instructions.

• Analyzing, designing, coding, testing, and implementing Dynamics 365 Business Central solutions and security systems.

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive grants management system aligned to industry best practices, leveraging advanced ERP technologies.

• Conduct business process reengineering, integrate with financial systems, and customize ERP.

• Monitor system performance, implement improvements, and translate business needs into effective technical solutions.

• Maintaining an up-to-date equipment maintenance register.

• Installing, configuring, and monitoring Dynamics 365 Business Central components and integrations with other systems.

• Updating and maintaining the Institute’s Dynamics 365 Business Central environment.

• Performing regular data and application backups for Dynamics 365 Business Central.

• Mentoring staff and providing technical guidance on Dynamics 365 Business Central.

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