DETAILS
Closing Date : 2022/Oct/31
Reference Number : HSR221017-1
Job Type : Fixed Term contract – short term
Business Area : Human and Social Capabilities (HSC)
Department : HSC
Number of Positions : 30
Workplace Type : On-site
Location – Town / City : Eastern Cape: Amathole and Chris Hani Districts
Location – Province : Eastern Cape
Location – Country : South Africa
Minimum Education Level : NQF 4 – Grade 12 or equivalent
Application Closing Date : 31-Oct-2022
Job Category : Scientific
Job Advert Summary
One focus area of the HSC research programme is research on the social determinants of HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis. The work strives to address these health problems at their source, namely, at both the social and population levels. It also includes social aspects of delivery models for biomedical interventions to optimise the delivery of interventions.
The HSC research programme is currently implementing the South African National HIV prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour, and Communication Survey (also known as SABSSM VI). The programme had previously advertised HTS Counsellor data collector positions nationwide and is currently targeting individuals from the specific Districts listed above due to the operational needs for the successful implementation of the survey.
Minimum Requirements
Requirements:
Minimum qualification of Grade 12.
Minimum of 10-day HTS course aligned with NDoH not older than 2 years.
Must have practised as an HTS Counsellor in the past 12 months.
Above-average ability to read, write and speak is essential in English, isiXhosa and other South African languages spoken in the specified locations above.
Familiarity with the use of electronic tablets.
Prior relevant working experience working in the community outside a clinic context will be advantageous.
Willingness to work in a team.
Willingness to travel long distances, within and outside of one’s province when required.
Willingness to visit selected households during weekends and after hours.
Having a valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
Proven ability to exercise discretion in dealing with confidential or sensitive matters
Preference will be given to HTS Counsellors who have worked in research (HSRC or elsewhere) in a similar position.
Available for a period of up to 5 months but this will be determined by the availability of maps per province. This is a project-based position for 5 months and not permanent.
APPLICATIONS: In your application, please include:
An updated CV.
A cover letter stating why you should be considered for the position and including your HTS Counsellor experience in the last 12 months.
Certified copies of your qualifications (including Grade 12 certificate) not older than six months.
Must include 10-day HTS course certificate aligned with NDoH not older than 2 years.
Certified copies of your academic transcripts (including Grade 12 results) not older than six months.
A signed affidavit made at the South African Police Services (SAPS) including your full names, ID number, and list of qualifications, and stating under oath that you have achieved the qualifications for which you will be providing certified copies.
A South African Revenue Service (SARS) tax number or proof of application for a SARS tax number.
A certified copy of your ID document.
Only applications that comply with the listed above requirements will be considered.
Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks should assume that their application has been unsuccessful. Only candidates who are interviewed will be advised of the outcome of the interview.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key responsibilities:
Successful candidates will be responsible for the implementation of the survey by collecting data in households using electronic tablets to interview selected participants.
Attend training sessions in full;
Successful candidates will be required to work within a team.
Provide potential participants information about the project.
Complete consent forms for all participants.
Provide HIV Counselling and Testing services using an appropriate counselling and testing model
Collect dried blood spots (DBS) from children and adults.
Ensure quality work by following processes, procedures, and steps, outlined in the training manual.
Manage fieldwork expenses by completing reconciliations following HSRC rules and regulations.
Manage assets provided by HSRC.
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