Study Coordinator (Prof Nurse) x 2 vacancies are available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics Research Unit (VIDA) in Soweto, Johannesburg - Gauteng.

Background

The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD).

Current studies and projects include infant rotavirus and BCG trials, immunizing pregnant women to protect their infants against disease (including influenza, Group B streptococcus, and respiratory syncytial virus), and the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) initiatives.

In 2020, VIDA commenced two international trials on COVID-19 vaccines amongst several other COVID-19 studies. World Health Organization position papers directly refer to the work conducted by RMPRU and have used such data generated to inform policy and recommendations for vaccine implementation globally and here in South Africa.

By combining clinical, microbiological, and epidemiological expertise in an African setting, the unit has made significant contributions in vaccine development against the leading respiratory and enteric pathogens contributing to under-5 childhood morbidity and mortality in Africa and other low and middle-income countries.

VIDA aims to continue to save lives, especially children, across Africa and low and middle-income countries, through leading and pioneering research in the field of vaccines and infectious diseases.

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:

VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

Key performance areas:

• Ensure that all participants are being screen by doing ward rounds during the day in the maternity complex.
• Compare screening logs with enrolment logs to determine how many screened participants were not enrolled.
• Establish reason for screened participants not being enrolled to report back at weekly meetings.
• Ensure that employee that are providing participants with correct study specific information and ensure that GCP and ICF procedures are correctly followed.
• Manage scheduled and unscheduled patient visits and appointments in accordance with study protocol.
• Schedule patient visits and record it in the research calendar.
• Study patient contact activities and files prior to screening visits.
• Perform patient vitals (as and when required) and direct patients for relevant assessment.
• Draw blood and process results.
• Collect, process, store and ship specimens.
• Report any adverse events within required time frames.
• Code diagnoses and treatment.
• Complete relevant questionnaires, assessments and documentation.
• Complete CRF entries.
• Update and maintain patient files and ensure files are safely archived.
• Perform relevant study administration i.e. checking laboratory invoices.
• Quality control patient files.
• Pro-actively resolve protocol and data queries.
• Prepare files for monitoring visits and requirements.
• Meet with Monitors as and when required.

Required minimum education and training:

• Diploma in Professional Nursing (Registered with SANC)
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) essential

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Computer literacy in MS word and MS excel essential
• Attention to detail, enthusiastic, hard-working.
• The ability to work independently
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work in a team essential

Required minimum work experience:

• Minimum of 2 years in clinical trials environment 

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 29 January 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. 

An MSc Student (Fellowship) opportunity is available with our Client, Wits Health Consortium's National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), in conjunction with other institutes, in Sandringham, Johannesburg - Gauteng.

Background

South Africa-Pittsburgh Public Health Genomic Epidemiology Research Training Program (SAPPHGenE)

National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), Johannesburg, South Africa

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, USA

The Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis (CRDM) and Centre for Healthcare-Associated infections, Antimicrobial Resistance and Mycoses (CHARM) at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) have been awarded a five-year grant (2019-2023), funded by the United States (US) National Institutes of Health(NIH) Fogarty International Center. The program directors are Dr Anne von Gottberg, Section Lead of the laboratory of the CRDM, and Dr Lee Harrison, Professor of Epidemiology and Medicine and the head of the
Microbial Genomic Epidemiology Laboratory at the University of Pittsburgh.

Main purpose of the job

• The South Africa-Pitt Public Health Genomic Epidemiology Training Program (SAPPHGenE) aims to provide South African investigators with multidisciplinary tools needed to conduct cutting-edge research in public health genomics
• Due to the current severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, allowance has been made to include a focus on the epidemiology, genomic epidemiology and evolution of this virus

Location

• NICD Sandringham

Aim of the program

• The South Africa-Pitt Public Health Genomic Epidemiology Training Program (SAPPHGenE) aims to provide South African investigators with multidisciplinary tools needed to conduct cutting-edge research in public health genomics
• Due to the current severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, allowance has been made to include a focus on the epidemiology, genomic epidemiology and evolution of this virus
• The program will provide a combination of non-degree and post-graduate degree training by a multidisciplinary group of experienced mentors at the University of Pittsburgh, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and NICD
• Trainees will have access to research training opportunities and resources available at the training sites
• SAPPHGenE Internal Scientific Committee: Jinal Bhiman, Mignon du Plessis, Nelesh Govender, Lee Harrison, Anne von Gottberg SAPPHGenE External Training Advisory Committee: Duncan MacCannell, Penny Moore, Alison Morris, Mark Nicol, Rob Warren

Required minimum education and training

• We would like to invite applications from South African citizens in possession of a BSc Hons degree and an interest in viral evolution and bioinformatics to join us to complete an MSc (full time), registered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg with primary supervisors/mentors located at the NICD (CRDM)
• Co-mentors will be located in the US, and it is expected that recipients will travel to the US for part of their training

Required minimum work experience

• Demonstrated understanding of laboratory techniques

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 29 January 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 Laboratory Manager (18 Months FTC) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) in Parktown, Johannesburg - Gauteng.

Background

Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience

Named after Nobel Laureate and Wits University graduate, Sydney Brenner, the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) is a burgeoning multi-disciplinary research institute dedicated to investigating the molecular and genomic aetiology of diseases among African populations.

By creating a world-class research environment, where top scientific and clinical researchers can tackle the big scientific questions in biomedical molecular research areas, the SBIMB aims to enable the development of new and innovative solutions to some of Africa’s greatest health challenges.

Mission

To conduct biomedical molecular and genomic research addressing health priorities in Africans.

Vision

To become a leader in biomedical research on the African continent, conducting world-class, innovative and relevant research, that will benefit the southern African community, and to excel as a centre for learning.

Main purpose of the job

The purpose of the position of Biobank & Research Laboratory Manager is to:

• Ensure the SBIMB Biobank is maintained and handled under optimal conditions consistent with agreements and collaborators, with best ethical practice and according to international guidelines and protocols
• Ensure that the core laboratory facilities and the Biobank are organized and operated so that they best support the scientific activities of all SBIMB research groups and their collaborators
• Deliver state-of-the-art laboratory support services to different partners (inside and outside SBIMB)
• Ensure adequate maintenance of all the laboratory equipment
• Oversee and contribute to training in areas of expertise within laboratory services and Biobank, including laboratory safety, in cooperation with other SBIMB partners and Wits groups
• Receiving, labelling and analysing samples (blood, buffy coats, etc.)
• Designing and executing laboratory services (DNA extraction) according to standard procedures

Location

• Parktown, Johannesburg

Key performance areas

Laboratory Management 

• Manage the implementation and correct application of all policies and procedures, and good clinical and laboratory practice (GCLP) principles, to ensure compliance as required for the Biobanking operations
• Optimize the services includes health and safety, DNA extractions, DNA storage and curation, the shipment of samples and consultation and advice for required documentation for genomics research
• Manage efficiently the resources of the research lab and biobank (personnel, space and finances) including planning in relation to extra-budgetary funds necessary to maintain staff

Laboratory Administration

• Oversee the day-to-day laboratory activities, including the smooth running and operation of essential scientific equipment and the tracking of laboratory equipment maintenance schedules
• Ensure management of lab consumables stock
• Prepare regular QC and progress reports; assist with writing grant proposals

Quality Assurance

• Manage the correct application of quality assurance processes and SOPs and ensure that all operations are fully and correctly documented
• Ensure that all contract and independent research performed by members of the Biobank is performed in a scientifically rigorous and fully documented manner
• Advise and train visitors on the correct use of equipment/Biobank resources to ensure valid results are generated

Research

• Data generation and analysis
• Co-supervise postgraduate students and mentoring intern
• Guide students with experimental work

Required minimum education and training

• MSc Molecular Biology or related biomedical field, preferably PhD

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Experience in managing a Molecular/Biomedical research Laboratory, conducting research with publications and knowledge of biobanking
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 5 years’ 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 29 January 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. 

Research Nurse x 2 (12 Months FTC) vacancies are available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Welkom, Lejweleputsa.

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

• Conducting day-to-day research-related activities including collection of HPV specimens, HIV Counselling and testing, participant recruitment, data collection, capturing and quality assurance
• The research assistant will also support and oversee the research assistant in the day-to-day administration and management of sentinel surveillance sites

Location

• Welkom, Lejweleputsa

Key performance areas

• Inform participants about the study
• Screen potential participants and obtain informed consent according to SOPs
• Administer study questionnaires/interviews
• Conduct pre and post-HIV test Counselling
• Able to take the participant through the informed consent process
• Draw blood from participants and send samples or specimens to the laboratory
• Conduct physical examinations where necessary
• Perform HIV and pregnancy bedside tests
• Inform participants of test results
• Support community sensitisation on HPV research activities
• Screen participants for study eligibility
• Data collection from participants through structured interviews
• The abstraction of data from participant's medical records
• Storage and archiving of data according to SOP (electronic and hard copy data)
• Adherence to study protocols, GCP, and local requirements for the ethical conduct of research in human participants
• Support the team with any other related research activities
• Instruct and assist patients on the collection of the HPV specimen
• Refer patients for further care as needed
• Provide SRH and PHC care as needed
• Maintain all participants files and filing systems
• Complete all relevant project administration as and when required (e.g. participants reimbursements)
• Compile daily and weekly accrual report
• Management of project inventory and stock
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management

Required minimum education and training

• Diploma in General Nursing

Professional body registration

• South African Nursing Council (SANC)

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• A diploma in Primary Health Care or similar will be an advantage
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice
• Experience in a research environment
• Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols
• Be tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality
• Good administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Respectful with the sound work ethic

Required minimum work experience

• Minimum 1-year nursing experience in STI/HIV
• Preferable previous research 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 28 January 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. 

Professional Nurse (NIMART) - School-Based HIV and GBV Prevention Programme vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Alfred Nzo - Eastern Cape.

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

• The main purpose of the professional nurse is to provide quality health services to young people
• Services focus on sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention including PrEP and HIV testing services, and screening for gender-based violence, together with the management of minor ailments – as part of the Integrated School Health Programme
• The incumbent will support the achievement of the School HIV and GBV prevention programme’s targets and to this end, engage in ongoing quality improvement activities to ensure integrated, comprehensive services are rendered from community-based mobiles services, with a focus on adolescent girls and young women and at-risk young people

Location

• Wits RHI – Eastern Cape (Alfred Nzo)

Key performance areas

• Screen clients for HIV in all services provided at the mobile clinic
• Initiate PrEP and monitor and manage clients according to DOH guidelines
• Ensure blood results are followed and appropriately managed
• Screen for TB, non-communicable diseases, gender-based and intimate partner violence and ensure appropriate referral after review
• Screen, diagnose and manage STIs and minor ailments as per PHC guidelines
• Manage referrals for HIV-positive clients for ART and other services not provided as part of the project’s package of care
• Provide contraceptive services for female clients
• Supervise lay HIV testing counsellors and support outreach staff in reaching out to clients who miss appointments and tools to support effective service delivery from the mobile clinic, including, for example, referral systems, infection control measures and the mobile rota
• Track progress towards targets and work with the line management and project team to meet targets
• Compile daily reports and disseminate them to the Clinical Mentor
• Assist Clinical Mentor with the management of pharmacy arrangements, drug management, stock control and the ordering of commodities
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management to work in target driven setting
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Be a team player, 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

• Minimum 3 years experience in managing HIV and/or TB
• Relevant Nursing diploma or equivalent
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Dispensing License (Preferable)
• NIMART registration
• PrEP training

Required minimum work experience

• Experience in sexual and reproductive health (particularly contraception and STI management); and HIV prevention and management
• Sound technical knowledge of SRH, PEP, PrEP and HIV prevention

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

1. Experience working with young people and strengthening youth-friendly services
2. Working at the community level, and mobile service provision
3. Knowledge of district health structures
4. Experience working in a donor-funded organisation/NGO or project-based environment
5. Desirable to have experience working with schools and institutions of higher learning
6. Knowledge of clinical systems and data management
7. Self-motivated, pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
8. Able to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlines and targets
9. Able to speak other African languages

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 28 January 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 (NIMART) - School-Based HIV and GBV Prevention Programme vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Buffalo City - Eastern Cape.

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

• The main purpose of the professional nurse is to provide quality health services to young people
• Services focus on sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention including PrEP and HIV testing services, and screening for gender-based violence, together with the management of minor ailments – as part of the Integrated School Health Programme
• The incumbent will support the achievement of the School HIV and GBV prevention programme’s targets and to this end, engage in ongoing quality improvement activities to ensure integrated, comprehensive services are rendered from community-based mobiles services, with a focus on adolescent girls and young women and at-risk young people

Location

• Wits RHI – Buffalo City - Eastern Cape

Key performance areas

• Screen clients for HIV in all services provided at the mobile clinic
• Initiate PrEP and monitor and manage clients according to DOH guidelines
• Ensure blood results are followed and appropriately managed
• Screen for TB, non-communicable diseases, gender-based and intimate partner violence and ensure appropriate referral after review
• Screen, diagnose and manage STIs and minor ailments as per PHC guidelines
• Manage referrals for HIV-positive clients for ART and other services not provided as part of the project’s package of care
• Provide contraceptive services for female clients
• Supervise lay HIV testing counsellors and support outreach staff in reaching out to clients who miss appointments and tools to support effective service delivery from the mobile clinic, including, for example, referral systems, infection control measures and the mobile rota
• Track progress towards targets and work with the line management and project team to meet targets
• Compile daily reports and disseminate them to the Clinical Mentor
• Assist Clinical Mentor with the management of pharmacy arrangements, drug management, stock control and the ordering of commodities
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management to work in target driven setting
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Be a team player, 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

• Minimum 3 years experience in managing HIV and/or TB
• Relevant Nursing diploma or equivalent
• Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Dispensing License (Preferable)
• NIMART registration
• PrEP training

Required minimum work experience

• Experience in sexual and reproductive health (particularly contraception and STI management); and HIV prevention and management
• Sound technical knowledge of SRH, PEP, PrEP and HIV prevention

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilitie

1. Experience working with young people and strengthening youth-friendly services
2. Working at the community level, and mobile service provision
3. Knowledge of district health structures
4. Experience working in a donor-funded organisation/NGO or project-based environment
5. Desirable to have experience working with schools and institutions of higher learning
6. Knowledge of clinical systems and data management
7. Self-motivated, pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
8. Able to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlines and targets
9. Able to speak other African languages

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 28 January 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 Research Co-ordinator vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Lejweleputswa - Free State.

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 assist in co-ordination of research activities and stakeholder engagement for the division of research in Lejweleputswa, Free State

Location

• Lejweleputswa, Free State

Key performance areas

• Supervise and Co-ordinate activities of research teams
• Ensure we are following the organizational SOPs on recruitment
• Organise, attend and facilitate meetings with the Community Advisory Board (CAB) and individuals
• Monitor the on-going activities of the Community Advisory Group (CAB) including the planning of meetings and training of the CAB
• Organise events
• Stakeholder mapping and engagement
• Compile and circulate Weekly Plan
• Assist in liaising with DOH and distract staff members, internal collaborations with the APACE team and community members
• Compile daily, weekly and monthly reports as needed
• Co-ordinate research activities across research projects in the Free state
• Collate and formalise all possible cross-functional efforts to achieve study objectives and goals
• Liaise with all stakeholders within the organisation at all levels of the business in order to meet programme goals
• Escalate all relevant issues to the required and respective line authorities including P.I, Sponsor and others as required using the correct medium of communication of such as determined by the protocol: e.g. Patient Adverse Events
• Manage and facilitate study meetings as required for staff and Sponsors
• 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
• 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
• 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

Required minimum education and training

• Diploma Nursing degree with an advanced diploma in Midwifery, Community Nursing Science and PHC
• NIMART trained or similar relevant degree

Professional body registration

• South African Nursing Council (SANC) with PHC, Midwifery and/or Community Health
• Advanced post-graduate diploma or degree in Social Behavior Studies in HIV / AIDS

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• Diploma in Nursing Administration or Public Administration
• Monitoring and Evaluation of programs performance
• Training in Effective Supervisory Skills and using Health Information
• Excellent communication skills and good telephone etiquette
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion at all times
• Ability to work in a poorly resourced environment
• Ability to engage with stakeholders

Required minimum work experience

• 5-7 years working experience
• 3-5 Years Staff Management experience at a Management level
• 5 years’ experience at a high-level managerial position within DoH structures in Lejweleputsa
• Working experience within the region
• Some experience in research `design, data collection, analyses and extensive experience working with DoH at District, School Health and Community levels

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 28 January 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 Sessional Medical Officer (Doctor) - Key Populations Programme (Transgender) (Maximum working hours of 10 hours per week / 40 hours per month) (Sessional Contract) vacancy is available at our Client, Wits Health Consortium's Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (RHI) in Braamfontein - 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 gender affirming health care services for adult trans and gender diverse clients within a comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment package.
• Maximum working hours of 10 hours per week / 40 hours per month

Location

• Braamfontein

Key performance areas

• Create a safe and affirmative space for the trans and gender diverse client accessing services
• Initiate and maintain routine hormone therapy according to established diagnostic and Eligibility Criteria for Hormone Therapy, including -

1. Baseline evaluation and informed consent (2-3 visits)
2. Initiation of hormone therapy (preferably at 2nd or 3rd visit)
3. Follow-up and monitoring at regular intervals as per wits RHI HRT protocol 

• Identify risk factors and conditions that can be exacerbated by gender-affirming hormone therapy
• Consult on and provide referrals for gender-affirming interventions not offered at the Wits RHI TG clinic such as surgery, facial hair removal, interventions for speech modification, etc.
• Ensure case management with site psychologist and/ or social worker and professional nurse
• Help establish and maintain a multi-disciplinary network of private and public gender-affirming health care and associated professionals
• Render comprehensive, high quality, clinical services for people living with HIV including, but not limited to:

1. Management of ART treatment failure
2. Management of HIV Opportunistic infections
3. Management of treatment complications
4. Management of drug-drug interactions

• Provide 3-5-page quarterly report to Site Manager and mechanical exam to service delivery challenges and mitigation approach

Required minimum education and training

• MBChB / MBBCh
• Competency in transgender health and HIV care
• Registration with the HPCSA

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

• DoH clinical guidelines
• Wits RHI Clinic Standard Operating Procedure
• Wits RHI TG clinical guidelines
• Gender DynamiX Gender-affirming Hormone Guide (2019) (Endorsed by Groote Schuur)
• Hospital Transgender Clinic Team and The Psychological Society of South Africa)
• Anova Health4Trans: Transgender Health Training Manuals
• WPATH – SOC7

Required minimum work experience

• 5 years’ experience in primary healthcare
• Experience or knowledge of Trans-health care
• Experience working with key populations, specifically the Transgender community

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 28 January 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.