Deadline: 28 February 2022 (4.30pm)
Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe
Contract duration: 7 months Renewal is subject to availability of funding and performance
About
CeSHHAR is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the above-mentioned post under a project that will be implemented within the SRH group of studies. The specific project where this vacancy has fallen is aimed at evaluating different ways of providing COVID-19 testing services, including use of rapid antigen tests for COVID-19 self-testing. The evaluation entails analysis of data from specific programmes that implement COVID-19 testing services and qualitative research among individuals who interact with the programmes.
Duties And Responsibilities
Job role
Working as part of a team, the Research Coordinator / Social Scientist will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the research activities according to protocol and regulatory requirements; He / she will also be responsible for collecting good quality qualitative data, data analysis and report writing; Assisting investigators in the development of research protocols; Assisting in the development and translation of research documents such as informed consent forms and data collection tools; Obtaining regulatory and ethical approvals for the study; Formulating standard operating procedures to ensure that research activities are conducted according to protocol, ethical and regulatory requirements; For qualitative studies: recruitment of participants, data collection and analysis; Dissemination of research findings, including through progress reports, manuscripts and presentation at community meetings and scientific conferences; Maintenance of study records; Managing project supplies, including ordering and keeping an organized inventory; Training and supervision of research staff on protocol requirements, standard operating procedures and day-to-to project implementation; Any other research roles as may be assigned by the Principal Investigator.
Qualifications And Experience
Qualifications and experience
A Master’s degree in social science, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology or related fields; At least two years’ experience conducting qualitative, quantitative and participatory health-related research; Evidence of contributing to peer-reviewed journal articles. Evidence of lead authorship an added advantage; Ability to work well independently as well as collaboratively as part of a research team; Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Ability to understand / speak Shona an added advantage; Project management experience, including managing a field team; Capacity to conduct trainings and capacity development with others in the team; Computer competency particularly with Microsoft Office packages; Ability to work with people from various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; Familiarity with qualitative data handling software.
Job Summary
More Information
- Job Application Details How To Apply To apply Please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager and send to [email protected] Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.