Job Description

Main purpose of the job:

• The Wits RHI OptiMVacc fieldworkers will be responsible for participant recruitment and data collection at the allocated study sites
• Where appropriate, they will also contribute towards ongoing monitoring and administration of the designated studies; participate in the process of raising awareness about the studies and creating a relationship between Wits RHI and the community

Location:

• x 4 Mthatha - Eastern Cape

Key performance areas:

• Provide information to potential participants about the OptiMVacc study at study sites
• Conduct screening interviews with potential participants to determine eligibility into study in line with study protocol and SOPs
• Recruit and obtain informed consent from eligible participants, in line with study protocol, SOPs and Good Clinical Practice
• Conduct Informed Consent discussion according to site ICF SOP
• Conduct surveys and/or qualitative interviews with study participants according to study schedule
• Conduct data extraction from clinic registers, patient records or other relevant data sources as per study requirements/SOPs
• Collect, manage and maintain quality data for research and operations purposes.
• Capture data into study databases e.g., REDCap
• Identify missing data, inconsistencies, and errors and follow up or report on missing data or errors
• Support translation and transcription of qualitative data if required
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practice Standards at all times
• Address relevant concerns about the study with participants and stakeholders
• Receive queries from participants and address or refer queries accordingly
• Ensure accurate data collection, compilation and reporting of delegated study activities, including enrolment logs, reimbursement logs and follow up reports
• Filing and archiving of participant consent forms, and other study documentation in accordance with SOPs
• Support data entry as needed
• Facilitate reimbursement for study participation, in collaboration with the HQ team
• Keep a record of all work completed and ensure all documentation is stored in a secure and confidential manner
• When needed, revisit source documents to resolve questions, inconsistencies, or missing data
• Attend relevant internal and external meetings
• Chair or take minutes of relevant meetings i.e. at in-depth discussions and other research platforms
• Assists in networking with relevant stakeholders
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Participate in formalised internal training and broader RHI development initiatives

Required minimum education and training:

• Grade 12

Required minimum work experience:

• Experience in data collection and/or research i.e. consenting research participants, conducting research
• interviews or surveys, data extraction, and/or data capturing

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Certification in good clinical practice (GCP) or NIH certification in the last 3 years
• Fluent in English and other local languages
• Experience working in a health care environment
• Empathetic with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Be tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality
• Able to work across different projects, while maintaining independency and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Demands of the job:

• Travelling and working over weekends (Saturdays) may be required
• Working within department of health clinics is required and working after hours may be required from time to time

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 21 June 2024.
• Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
• Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note:

• AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

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