Jobs Available at Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social sciences or public health
• Publication in a peer-reviewed journal (as first author preferred)
• At least 2-3 years’ experience in a research environment
• At least 1 year HIV prevention research experience
• At least 1 year of research project planning, organizing and management experience
• At least 1 years’ experience in qualitative (interviews and focus group discussion) data collection and quality control
• Valid Certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Valid driver’s license with own transport
• Must have proven experience in conducting literature reviews
• Must have experience using a reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and adolescent sexual health
• Excellent communication - verbal & written skills
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and use these to manage study
• Strong administrative and logistical skills
• Planning and organizing
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities:

• Provide research and administrative support to senior researchers
• Conduct in-depth literature reviews as requested
• Support study socio-behavioural scientists with study-specific tasks, including participant interviews, file management, and quality checking, and participant scheduling and follow up
• Liaise and co-ordinate with community outreach teams regarding the follow up of study participants and scheduling of interviews/focus group discussions/surveys
• Conduct, transcribe and analyze qualitative interviews and FGD’s
• Assist with protocol development and revisions by providing input as needed.
• Manage research protocol ethics submissions
• Assist with qualitative data management and analysis as needed.
• Assist lead socio-behavioural scientists with any presentations that need to be done on study data
• Assist with designing, developing, and distributing materials on the study
• Attend research meetings as required for project staff
• Assist in reporting to funders
• Assist in write-up of study results for dissemination and publication. 

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Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Must have experience as a TB or TB/HIV champion in communities, clinics, and other settings
• Fluency in IsiXhosa and English
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Previous participant engagement experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting clients.
• Knowledge of TB and HIV, including prevention, treatment, and community resources
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, Microsoft office suit
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to participate in research activities and data collection
• Good planning and organizing
• Time management
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends 

Advantageous:

• Work experience in the community within the health sector
• Basic knowledge of public health and community resources
• Able to assist with community meetings

Responsibilities:

• Education and Awareness: Provide accurate information and education about TB and HIV to individuals and their families, with a focus on prevention, treatment, and management.
• Lived Experience Advocacy: Utilize personal experiences with TB/HIV to connect with clients, offer empathy, and inspire hope.
• Support and Counselling: Offer peer-level emotional and psychological support to clients by listening to their concerns, providing reassurance, and guiding them through the challenges they face.
• Resource Referral: Assist clients in accessing appropriate healthcare services, treatment options, and community resources, helping them navigate the healthcare system.
• Research Participation: Engage clients in research activities, including surveys, interviews, and data collection, to contribute to our organization's research initiatives and improve TB/HIV services.
• Participant Management: Maintain weekly and/or monthly contact with participants with in-person meetings and WhatsApp. Monitor their treatment progress and refer clinical questions to the study coordinator.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client interactions, ensuring confidentiality and privacy standards are upheld.
• Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare professionals, social workers, and other staff members to ensure a holistic approach to client care. Attend weekly study meetings to report progress of participants and review study implementation.
• Self-Development: Stay updated on the latest developments in TB and HIV research and treatment to provide the most current information to clients.