Social Media for Adolescent Retention and
Treatment (Vijana - SMART) Study
Summary: This study is being conducted by Kenyatta National Hospital and University of Washington.
Summary: This study is being conducted by Kenyatta National Hospital and University of Washington.
(1) to study the use of mobile technology
in adolescents and
(2) to use social media to provide social
and treatment support to HIV-infected adolescents.
Position: Qualitative Interviewer Consultant
Position: Qualitative Interviewer Consultant
(1 Post)
Summary: We are seeking one individual for the position of Qualitative Interviewer Consultant for the (Vijana-SMART) Study, The Qualitative Interviewer Consultant will be responsible for conducting in-depth interviews (IDIs) with HIV-infected adolescents and young adults (AYA) and focus group discussions (FGDs) with HIV-infected AYA and healthcare workers.
Summary: We are seeking one individual for the position of Qualitative Interviewer Consultant for the (Vijana-SMART) Study, The Qualitative Interviewer Consultant will be responsible for conducting in-depth interviews (IDIs) with HIV-infected adolescents and young adults (AYA) and focus group discussions (FGDs) with HIV-infected AYA and healthcare workers.
These IDIs and FGDs will explore
preferences with regards to a social media intervention to improve AYA HIV
care. Activities will take place at 3 health clinics in Nairobi.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
·
Public
health or social science degree
·
Experience
conducting IDIs and FGDs on sensitive health issues (HIV focused work
preferred)
·
Experience
building rapport with adolescents and young adults
·
Experience
conducting FGDs for user-centered technology design
·
Strong
written and oral communication skills
·
Microsoft
Office Suite skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Responsibilities:
·
Work
with study coordinator to schedule appointments for IDIs and FGDs with AYA and
healthcare workers
·
Conduct
IDIs and FGDs
·
Transcribe
and translate IDIs/FGDs into English
·
Securely
transfer and store digital recordings and IDI/FGD transcript
·
Write
memos summarizing content of IDIs and FGDs
·
Communicate
frequently with the Seattle and Nairobi study team, including frequent email
and Skype communication
·
Any
other duties assigned
Duration of Employment: This contract will
be for 6 months, or as long as is required to complete 40 IDIs and 8 FGDs
How to Apply
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to
apply online and then email your current CV, copies of certificates and
testimonials to vijanasmart17@gmail.com by not later than 18th
October 2017.
Position: Research Assistant
(2
Posts)
Summary: We are seeking an individual to assist in facilitating the implementation of vijana - SMART study.
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 vijanasmart17@gmail.com by not later than 18th October 2017.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to apply online and then email your current CV, copies of certificates and testimonials to vijanasmart17@gmail.com by not later than 18th October 2017.