Research Officer (BSC/MSC)
Ngo & Social Services Jobs
- CeSHHAR Zimbabwe
- Expires 14 Jul 2024
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is an organisation that specialises in population health research and programming, including on sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS. CeSHHAR has an extensive national, regional, and international academic and community partnership network. CeSHHAR has a diverse range of funders which include the Wellcome Trust, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, United States NIH, UK Medical Research Council, Templeton World Charity Foundation, USAID, Global Fund for AIDS TB and Malaria, UNICEF and UNFPA. We partner very closely with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK), Zimbabwe's Ministry of Health and Childcare and international and regional centres of research excellence to evaluate national programmes and determine the impact, uptake, and cost effectiveness of novel reproductive health interventions.
Duties and Responsibilities
JOB ROLE
Reporting to the Research Coordinator/ Social Scientist – The Research officer conducts qualitative and quantitative research activities that are required for successful implementation of the HAPI Project This will include, abstraction of data from source documents, data entry and summarizing findings to support senior research staff in scientific and academic fields. Research outputs would be periodically reported in status reports with input into manuscript preparation. Key responsibilities include: -
• Research Activities: Lead and conduct qualitative and quantitative research pertinent the project's success. Abstract data from source documents and summarize findings to support senior research staff.
• Tool and Protocol Development: Assist in crafting research tools and SOPs. Aid in protocol submission and guarantee ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Participant Engagement: Recruit research participants in line with the project's criteria. Obtain informed consent from all participants.
• Data Management: Collect data from various sources as per the established protocol. Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date records, including databases relevant to the project. Ensure meticulous data entry, conducting regular quality checks. Comply with security protocols, ensuring data integrity and safety.
• Coordination and Collaboration: Collaborate with the research team, providing support and guidance to research assistants for efficient and high-quality outcomes.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Continuously review and analyse collected data throughout the project. Draft periodic summaries of findings and progress reports to keep stakeholders informed.
• Academic Contributions: Provide inputs and play an active role in manuscript development, ensuring quality and coherence with research findings.
• Additional Responsibilities: Execute any other duties as directed by the Research Manager or Research Director.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, master's degree and quantitative data analysis skills and experience an added advantage. At least two years’ experience conducting health research. GCP and Research Ethics Microsoft Office packages. Ability to work with people from different disciplines. Good verbal and written communication skills
How to Apply
Step 1: Click the Apply button below
Step 2: If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to Human Resources and send to vacancies@ceshhar.co.zw. Indicate the position and duty station you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.
The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.
