About RTI:
RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 4000 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.
About PrIMP:
The PrePex Implementation in Military Populations (PrIMP) study has a purpose to evaluate the use of the PrePex™ device for VMMC and compare it to standard surgical male circumcision. Both male military personnel of UPDF and civilians will be asked to participate in the study by choosing to have either the PrePex™ or standard surgical VMMC, then completing a series of surveys and clinic visits to assess their experiences and satisfaction with the VMMC procedure.
Job Summary: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for providing support and coordinating in-country activities for a US Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP) –funded Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC)study implemented in partnership with the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF). The Study Coordinator will work closely with the implementing team, consisting of RTI staff based in the US and in Uganda, UPDF staff and DHAPP staff, to implement and monitor the study at four study sites in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Offer overall technical direction to the study implementing team to ensure that all activities meet the required quality standards and contribute to achievement of study goals and objectives
· Conduct bi-weekly site monitoring visits to four UPDF VMMC PrIMP study sites to observe that study procedures are followed, assess quality of data collection activities, provide technical assistance to UPDF study staff, and ensure availability of supplies
· In charge of documenting problems and solutions from site visits so that standard procedures are put in place to avoid similar problems in the future
· Offer technical support to UPDF staff as needed for computerized data collection instruments (CAPI) and case management system
· Ensure constant availability of logistics and supplies for study sites
· Support the implementing team by coordinating in-country travel and logistics for study trainings and meetings
· Support communication of findings to the implementing team in a timely fashion
· Keenly review and proof own work for accuracy and completeness
· Maintain files to document work performed, including site visits, study reports, etc
· Perform other tasks as assigned by the study implementation team
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree with three years’ related experience; or a Master’s degree and one year of related experience (degree in public health or other health-related field is preferred).
· A minimum of one to three years’ experience in managing health-related research studies (experience with HIV or VMMC studies is preferred).
· Ability to listen and communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing.
· Willingness and ability to make site visits throughout the country.
· Skills in planning, supervising and training of health workers.
· High-level of proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.
· Demonstrated capacity to work well both independently and collaboratively within teams.
· Ability to multi-task, and careful attention to detail and accuracy.
· Additional training in HIV comprehensive care is preferred.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online by sending their applications online including updated CVs including three work references to GHrecruitment@rti.org. Emails should not exceed 2MB.
Deadline: 28th October 2015