Job Description

Deadline: 05 April 2024

Background
Zim-TTECH is seeking highly qualified and experienced applicants to be considered for the position of KP BBS Site Lead on five months fixed-term contract. The vacancies have arisen in Mutare x1, Gweru x1 and Masvingo x1. Zim-TTECH is a registered Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO 125/23). Its activities occur primarily in the technical areas of health system strengthening; epidemiology and strategic information strengthening, health workforce development; operations research and evaluation; prevention, care, and treatment of infectious diseases.

Position Summary
Successful candidates shall manage and lead the team at survey sites to conduct the bio-behavioural survey for key populations. The position reports to the Survey Coordinator and has oversight on the work of the Research Nurse, Research Assistant, Receptionist, and driver.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities
• Providing training and ongoing support to research staff to meet the survey deliverables.
• Ensuring compliance with study protocols, ethical guidelines, and data collection procedures guided by the BBS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Conducting regular audits and quality checks to monitor adherence to SOPs at the site.
• Assist in monitoring adherence to biomarker testing procedures.
• Ensuring timely and consistent communication regarding the performance at the survey site.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
• Minimum of an honours degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, or relevant field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in related research and leading survey/ research teams.
• Having prior experience working with Key Populations is an added advantage.
• Valid Ethics certificate.
• Strong attention to detail and good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Fluent in English, Shona/Ndebele

How to Apply

Commitment to Diversity
Zim-TTECH recognizes that disparities in health around the globe stem from inequity. Therefore, the organization encourages and supports the multiple identities of staff including, but not limited to, socio-economic status, age, race, ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, gender identity and expression, culture, spiritual practice, geography, mental and physical disability. Zim-TTECH strives to become a local, national, and international leader in developing and maintaining increased representation and recognition of each of these dimensions of diversity among its staff.

Application Process
Interested candidates can follow the below process: -
1. Complete the KP BBS Site Lead Form on this link: https://forms.gle/zWxyPEQirUeNsvTA8

2. Submit an application letter, CV, and certificates to [email protected]

Candidates should specify their preferred district on the Subject of the application letter.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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