Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator - the Survey Assistant is responsible for conducting various research activities required for the successful implementation of the STI Management projects. The key responsibilities include identifying and recruiting study participants, abstracting data from source documents (primary and secondary), conducting quantitative and qualitative interviews and transcribing qualitative research data. The incumbent will also be responsible for:
• Recruit research participants who meet the criteria to take part in studies and obtain informed consent.
• Keep track of participants’ progress, ensuring completion and identifying any data gaps.
• Quantitative and qualitative data collection.
• Assist in the development and testing of research tools.
• Coordinate scheduling with participants and team members.
• Ensure fidelity in the implementation of study intervention activities.
• Conduct transcription and translation of qualitative data.
• Carry out cleaning, coding and basic analysis of participant data.
• Uphold rigorous ethical and regulatory standards.
• Provide support as needed to the team.
• Progress reporting and regular fieldwork updates to the Clinical Lead and Project Coordinator.
• Attend ad hoc and scheduled project meetings.
• Any other duties assigned by the project line managers.
• Bachelor’s degree in social science or a relevant field. At least one year’s experience conducting health research.
• Availability of good clinical practice (GCP) and Research Ethics certification.
• Microsoft Office packages.
• Ability to work with people from different disciplines, good verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and ability to work under pressure with integrity
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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.org . Indicate the position 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.
Candidates who have previously applied for this role are encouraged to apply.
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