Background
AFENET is responsible for the implementation Kaduna AIDS Indicator Survey (KADAIS) in Kaduna State.
The data collection is proposed to take a period of 10 weeks across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state.
In view of this, AFENET is recruiting men and women with field work experience to gather the KADAIS data within the stated period in Kaduna State.
Job Description
The team lead will oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the field team.
S/he will be responsible for equipment checks, ensuring data quality, managing and documenting anticipated and unanticipated difficulties.
The team lead will provide continued evaluation of testing and counselling services in the field; ensuring that proper consenting procedures and documentation are followed.
S/he will ensure that the testing algorithm is adhered to, and that the confidentiality of the survey participants is protected.
The team lead will ensure all adverse events are properly documented and reported to the survey supervisors in a timely manner.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees and supervises the day-to-day activities of the field team
Conducts equipment checks prior to field visits
Manages and documents anticipated and unanticipated difficulties
Provides continued evaluation of testing and counselling services in the field
Ensures that proper consenting procedures and documentation are followed
Ensures the testing algorithm is adhered to, and quality control (QC) is performed prior to testing participant specimen
Ensure that the confidentiality of the client/respondent is being protected
Ensure documentation of procedures as required is occurring according to the protocol
See to it that all adverse events are properly documented and reported to the central supervisors in a timely manner
Minimum Qualifications Education/Experience:
A university degree in medicine with an MPH or its equivalent, with a minimum of 5-years relevant experience in HIV/AIDS programs
A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS surveys in resource constrained settings.
An experience with the FELTP will be an added advantage
Demonstrated experience in the leadership, design, implementation, management and tracking/monitoring of HIV surveys
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:
Knowledge of and practical experience in HIV community-based research and ethical requirements
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications
Excellent (fluent) English written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Hausa speaking may be an added advantage
Leadership skills with ability to direct, delegate, motivate and inspire other team members
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Effective liaison, networking and collaboration skills
Demonstration of planning and organizing interpersonal skills (active listening, empathy, social awareness, emotional awareness) with cultural sensitivity
Flexible, willing to travel to any part of Kaduna State and work weekends during the survey implementation period.
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To apply, visit AFENET Career Page and submit their applications, addressing the minimum requirements as per the advertisement and current curriculum vitae with details of your referees in a single file format. Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and state in their application letter. AFENET is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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