Job Description

Additional information:

• The Mycology Division aims to improve the outcomes of people affected by serious, life-threatening fungal diseases in South Africa and the African region through public health-focused epidemiological, clinical, and basic science research and innovation
• It currently runs several clinical trials and research projects
• As part of ongoing core and nested work, the Division seeks to appoint a Project Administrator to participate in several vital roles and assist in realizing the vision of the Division

Main purpose of the job:

• The incumbent will support the Fungal Surveillance project in the Southern African region, provide cross-cover for other Mycology Division projects, and contribute towards effective management of all these projects

Location:

• NICD - Sandringham, Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

• Preparation and Maintenance of project documents and trial Essential Documents
• Support Principal Investigators and project staff with administrative functions
• Compile study documents
• Track and keep records of trial documents
• Liaise with trial stakeholders
• Assist with staff travel bookings
• Study communication including preparing newsletters and presentations
• Arrange meetings, maintain logistics for in-person meetings, and take minutes
• Financial administration such as processing invoices, obtaining quotes, and reconciling expenses

Required minimum education and training:

• Grade 12
• Basic Financial knowledge (Bookkeeping)

Required minimum work experience:

• 2 - 5 years experience working in an Academic Research Unit or working experience in an NGO in the health field

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) would be an advantage
• Bachelors Degree in Medical Science or similar
• Strong administration experience
• Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Good written and spoken communication skills

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, may you 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: 15 March 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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