Vijana SMART Study Research Assistants Jobs in Kenya

Social Media for Adolescent Retention and Treatment (Vijana – SMART) Study

Position: Research Assistant 

(2 Posts)

Summary: We are seeking an individual to assist in facilitating the implementation of vijana – SMART study. 

S/he will be responsible for explaining the study to potential participants, administering consent, conducting interviews and performing clinical procedures. 

 

Qualifications:

• Diploma level certification in health sciences field (nursing, clinical officer, public health)


• Registered with relevant board


• Bachelors level or higher in nursing or health science-related field will be an added advantage


• Experience in data collection, data entry and management


• Computer and ICT skills (Microsoft office, WhatsApp messaging, electronic data collection)


• Background in HIV Research


• Skills building rapport and discussing sensitive issues with adolescents


• Experience working with closely with the Ministry of Health facilities.


• Experience in HIV related research and especially with HIV-infected adolescents

Description of Duties:

• Implement project strategy in recruitment, screening and consent procedures.


• Administer and manage baseline and follow-up questionnaires using tablet based data collection instruments.


• Assist with conduct of in-depth interviews and focus group discussions.


• Liaise with relevant partners, stakeholders and collaborators in Nairobi and USA to ensure proper implementation of the project instruments.


• Develop project activity strategy with timely and regularly reviewed implementation work plans.


• Develop /adapt relevant materials to support field activities.


• Plan, implement and maintain records on site activities.


• Facilitating and interacting with adolescent social media (WhatsApp) group discussions regarding HIV adherence, peer support and adolescent HIV care.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project; assist in preparation of annual work plans and progress reports as per donor requirements.

Duration of Employment: This contract will be for 1 year renewable

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online and then email your current CV, copies of certificates and testimonials to [email protected] by not later than 18th October 2017.