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Counsellors x 10: DPP & SAMURAI Study - FTC vacancies are available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Hillbrow - Johannesburg.

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.

Main purpose of the job

• To provide HIV rapid testing services and holistic HIV counseling and support to participants

Location

• Research Centre CRS, Hillbrow

Key performance areas

• Perform HIV rapid tests
• Ensure related quality control procedures are followed
• Ensure results are documented as required
• Provide pre and post testing counselling
• Provide HIV information to participants that includes but is not limited to risk reduction, ARV’s, adherence, , nutrition, hygiene, infant feeding
• Provide counselling regarding participant disclosure
• Ensure that confidentiality is maintained
• Conduct in-depth one on one counselling sessions and group counselling as and when required in accordance with counselling guidelines
• Provide adherence and contraceptive counselling if required
• Review evaluate and document participant progress in participant binders
• Compile monthly reports
• Assist with research-related activities as and when required
• Ensure all QC errors are addressed timeously
• 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
• Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities
• Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Verify the accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data Case Report Forms (CRF) as needed
• Ensure errors on source documents e.g. CRF’s are corrected, initialed and dated
• Support the timely transmission/data faxing of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed)
• Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews
• Assist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified

Required minimum education and training

• Grade 12
• Accredited certificate/training in performing fingerpicks & HIV tests
• Accredited certificate in basic HIV counseling or equivalent qualification

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Ability to write reports and to use Microsoft Office packages
• Fluency in more than one African language (especially isiZulu & Sesotho)
• Experience working in a research-related environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work towards deadlines
• Be a team player
• Good interpersonal, communication and time management skills

Required minimum work experience

• 6 months experience in HIV counseling
• Experience with Contraceptive and Adherence Counselling would be advantageous

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 is 02 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

A Quality Assurance Officer x 2: DPP & SAMURAI Study - (Fixed Term Contract) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Hillbrow - Johannesburg.

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.

Main purpose of the job

• Ensure QA and QC activities performed effectively across studies
• Where trends identified, coordinate relevant staff training

Location

• 7 Esselen Street, Research Centre, Hillbrow

Key performance areas

• Review and ensure that the study has all essential regulatory documentation through routine updates as needed
• Assist with the review and revision of standard operating procedures per study-specific needs as needed
• Assist Regulatory Compliance Manager/Officer with QA of Regulatory files
• Verify transcription and accuracy of data from source documentation to Case Report Forms (CRF)
• Ensure errors on CRF’s are corrected, initialed and dated by the authorized signatory
• Support the timely transmission/data faxing/data entry of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed)
• Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and QC reports/error trends identified during QC
• Assist in completion of corrective action for internal monitoring reviews
• Coordinate staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified
• QC of Informed Consent Forms and other source documents to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Timeous reporting to project investigator/study coordinator or designee regarding QC trends and major issues
• Support periodic quality assurance activities as per the CQMP
• Assess staff awareness and compliance to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Regulatory Essential Documents per sponsor requirements
• Determine through critical review the accuracy of research records
• Compile QA/QC report/s on findings for the site management team
• Assist in completion of corrective action for internal monitoring reviews
• Coordinate staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified
• Ensure 100% QA of ICFs
• Ensure the site is well prepared for external lab, clinical, social science and data monitoring reviews
• Assist sponsors/monitor/auditor before, during and after the review
• Assist regulatory compliance manager, project managers/team in completion of corrective action for external monitoring reviews/audit and inspections
• 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
• Take ownership for driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as conferences, workshops, etc.

Required minimum education and training

• 3-year diploma or degree in a health-related field

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• A post-graduate degree in Quality Management would be an added advantage
• Understanding of the research language, detailed knowledge and understanding of the relevant studies and SOPs, knowledge of clinical research documentation
• Computer literate with the ability to create or work with relevant data sets
• Fluent in English, fluency in one of the other official SA languages particularly Zulu or Sesotho would be an added advantage
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Conscientious and precise delivery of work even when under pressure
• Effective self-management, resourcefulness and initiative to solve problems
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 1-2 years relevant work experience within a clinical research environment in Quality Control and Quality Assurance

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 is 02 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

A Professional Nurse - Clinical Trials (3 Months FTC) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Clinical Laboratory Services (CLS) in Braamfontein - Johannesburg.

Background

The Clinical Laboratory Services (CLS), is a division of the Wits Health Consortium (WHC) of the School of Pathology. CLS’s main purpose is to support the teaching and research activities of the School of Pathology through the provision of laboratory services, diagnostic and research advice and data management support in accordance with the standards of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP).

CLS is an accredited laboratory and has a comprehensive quality management plan to ensure adherence to GCLP and its accreditation standards ensuring integrity of clinical laboratory for clinical trial study participant care. CLS has achieved on-going certifications for SANAS (South African National Accreditation System) ISO 15189 and GCLP Accreditation through the British Qualogy Group, and is also inspected by Division of AIDS (DAIDS) annually. 

Main purpose of the job

• Provide support of clinical trials or clinical programs within CLS

Location

• Braamfontein, Johannesburg

Key performance areas

Adherence to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

• Serve as the primary contact for the sponsor/ site for project initiation and planning
• Review project protocols and gain an understanding of the scope of work and assist with services agreements if required
• Converting research protocols into workable study documents to enable all laboratory staff to access study information while conducting the protocol testing
• Ensure project and protocol amendments are implemented as required
• That all study projects are set up according to Good Clinical Laboratory Practise (GCLP), Good Clinical Practise (GCP)

Participant sample collection

• Collection of invasive/non-invasive specimens in alignment with the protocol
• Observance of strict infection prevention and control practices during specimen collection. Including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to conform to contact, droplet, and aerosol precautions depending on protocol and specimen collection type, etc.
• Must practice COVID protocols

Project Management/ coordination

• Co-ordinate study on behalf of CLS once it has commenced
• Prepare sample collection plans, project status and other administrative reports and submit them to internal stakeholders
• Report timeously on project progress, the results of risk analyses, contingency plans, technical information, and input from the team throughout the project

Required minimum education and training

• Diploma in General Nursing
• Registered with SANC as Professional Nurse

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Completion of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses will be advantageous
• Good phlebotomy skills
• Good filling skills
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be customer/participant orientated
• Good communication skills
• Basic computer skills. Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must have own car

Required minimum work experience

• 5 years post qualification with 2 years working experience in clinical trials (optional)

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 is 01 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

A Project Associate (4 Months FTC) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium in Pretoria - Gauteng.

Background

Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.

Main purpose of the job

• To coordinate and communicate amongst all stakeholders in the project: Donors, the data collection agency, the service provider for the interventions, and the provincial education departments

Location

• Department of Basic Education, Pretoria

Key performance areas

• Arranging project management meetings, steering committee meetings, and other meetings with stakeholders
• Drafting letters between stakeholders, e.g. from DBE to provincial education departments, or to school principals
• Monitoring contractual obligations between various stakeholders and service providers and advising the project management team of any arising issues to be aware of
• Support the development of a coaching course and facilitating the lesson plan evaluation
• Receiving, filing and analyzing project implementation information received from service providers, e.g. attendance registers at teacher training sessions
• Conducting routine monitoring and evaluation of project progress by reviewing work plans and reports, conducting site visits, and maintaining ongoing contact with implementing partners
• Monitoring program activities to ensure compliance with intended program design
• Undertaking regular analyses of the financial information of project activities, including disbursements from donors to the fund management facility and from the fund managers to the service providers
• Planning and organizing activities for fieldwork: including scheduling, booking accommodation and car hire, arranging contracts and payments to fieldworkers
• Financial management of the project in conjunction with the research team
• Asset record keeping
• Drafting project progress reports to donors to satisfy each donor’s particular reporting requirements
• Assist junior research staff of the DBE with research and/or writing skills on an informal basis and through formal sessions on data analysis methods

Required minimum education and training

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent formal education qualification
• Qualifications in a field relevant to development, education, or applied linguistics will be an advantage
• An Honors or master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable

Required minimum work experience

• Work experience in research institutions, NGOs working in the education sector, or working with or for the South African government will be desirable

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Demonstrate a good understanding of the education sector in South Africa and an understanding of social research methods such as sample surveys and impact evaluation methods
• Must have excellent organizational and project management skills, and display attention to detail in all aspects of work
• Must have skills sufficient to consult with and lead, orally and in written form, a wide variety of professional leaders in the academic, public and private sectors
• Must be capable of working independently on a number of tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision
• A valid driver’s license is required as the candidate will be making various trips to the field for monitoring purposes
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to work in other statistical packages such as SPSS or STATA will be strongly advantageous

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 is 01 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position. 

A Study Coordinator x 2: DPP & SAMURAI Study (Fixed Term Contract) - vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Hillbrow - Johannesburg.

Background

The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.

It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.

Main purpose of the job

• To administer, maintain and coordinate the logistical aspects of clinical trials according to good clinical practice, the study protocol and the standard operating procedures and to act as a pivotal point of contact for the clinical trial team and the donors

Location

• 7 Esselen Street, Research Centre, Hillbrow

Key performance areas

• Assess the project activities and external developments within the field in order to improve outputs on an ongoing basis
• Work with colleagues to enhance project goals and outputs
• Identify the needs of the relevant project
• Identify and get the resources required
• Contribute to study design
• Contribute to study material development
• Attend study-related teleconferences, manage and respond to communication with partners
• Develop/Review work plan and other strategic project documents for the effective implementation of the project
• Coordinate with external agencies such as public health and NGO partners, regulatory bodies, donor monitoring and auditing agencies and others as necessary
• Develop & manage participant/beneficiary recruitment & retention strategies
• Support development of data management monitoring and evaluation plans
• Develop project tools such as SOP’s, informed consents, participant/beneficiary information materials, technical guidelines, best practice documents and other documents as required
• Coordinate and troubleshoot operational activities such as laboratory activities, pharmacy, IT, procurement, etc.
• Conduct training on project processes and activities
• Write project reports for internal/external dissemination
• Present papers and results to stakeholders
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
• Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations
• Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments through individual coaching and other support mechanisms
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
• Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation
• Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
• Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Verify the accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data to Case Report Forms (CRF) as needed
• Ensure errors on source documents e.g. CRF’s are corrected, initialed and dated (as needed)
• Support the timely transmission/data faxing of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed)
• Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews
• Assist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified
• Prepare files for monitoring visits and requirements
• Meet and communicate with Monitors as and when required
• Mentoring of staff on QA/QC procedures
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate 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
• Take ownership for driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as workshops, forums, conferences, etc.
• Participate and give input in ad hoc projects and initiatives

Required minimum education and training

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• A valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in MS office

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Working experience in a medical research environment
• Experience in project management
• Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Thorough with good attention to detail
• Ordered and systematic in approach to tasks, with strict to compliance to protocols
• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
• Able to prioritise own workload, take initiative (pro-active) and work to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated with high regard for work ethic, values and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Display concern for patients and willingness to respond to patients’ needs and requirements

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 2-3 years clinical trial experience

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 is 02 February 2021.
• 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.
• In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.

AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.