JOB ROLE

The Research Assistant is responsible for conducting different research activities that are required for successful implementation of the health ambassadors. This may include identification and recruitment of study participants, abstraction of data from source documents and transcription of qualitative research data.

Key responsibilities include: –

• Recruit research participants and obtain informed consent.
• Research and programmatic data collection from different sources according to the protocol
• Assist in the development and testing of research tools.
• Supervise Health ambassadors in Harare and Bulawayo
• Implement field activities as required by the study protocol.
• Conduct transcription and translation of qualitative data.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

At least a minimum of a Social Science Honours Degree. A post graduate qualification will be an added advantage. At least one year’s experience conducting health research. Experience in a clinical setting is highly desirable. Knowledge of ethnography method is a must. Strongly writing skills. Ability to work with people from different backgrounds. Computer literacy and skills. Good communication skills. A GCP certificate and research ethics training is desirable.

If you are interested in the above position, please email your CV and application cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager by 20th October 2023 (4.30pm) and send to vacancies@ceshhar.co.zw. Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.

The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.