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 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.