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JOB OPPORTUNITIES – TB REACH UBUMI BWANDI PROJECT

Zambart is a research-focused non-governmental organization that conducts research on HIV and Tuberculosis to help control and mitigate the impact of the dual epidemic. Zambart staff form an interdisciplinary team with a range of expertise including epidemiology, clinical science, social science, laboratory, operations research, health systems and services research, health policy analysis, health economics, health communication research compliance and counselling.

Study Summary: “Ubumi Bwandi” (My health, my choice): Integrated wellness screening and prevention in Zambia. The project is scheduled to run for 18 months from January 2023 to June 2024 and will be conducted in Chipukulusu-Mapalo community (intervention site) and Chifubu (as the control site), Ndola district. The Overall aim of the project is to improve the health of the community population by identifying individuals with undiagnosed TB, and other chronic conditions, as well as providing health information, multi-disease screening and preventive therapies. The implementation will be conducted at two levels, the primary health facility (Chipulukusu-Mapalo clinic) and a community hub which will be embedded within the community.

To support our wide range of research activities, there are exciting job opportunities for the following positions:

Social Scientist (01) – 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The social scientist will carry out baseline and implementation social science research within an interdisciplinary team. Specifically, the social scientist will do:

Responsibilities:

Rapid qualitative assessment of Chipulukusu community
Structured observations of health and community settings
Interviews with policy makers
Focus group discussions with community members.
The social scientist needs to do rapid research that is high quality and rapidly analysed and written up for implementation purposes.
Participate in community sensitization activities.
Obtaining informed consent from the participants during the baseline survey or operational study.

Essential qualifications

A relevant bachelor’s degree from a reputable university
Experience with social science methods
Proven commitment to public health issues
Based in the Copperbelt (ideally Ndola)
Strong data management and writing skills.
Proficiency in Bemba language
Good social communication skills.
Open to recent graduates with some experience.

2. Radiographer – (1 full time and 1 Part-time) 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The Radiographer will responsibility for ensuring that every community member who needs a chest x-ray gets one and they should produce quality CXR’s with the ability to interpret x-rays.

Responsibilities:

Report to the site Team Leader.
Prepare an SOP on CXR services screening procedure at the hub.
Performs an equipment and accessories’ check every morning (using available check list).
Explain to the participants the chest X-ray procedure and re-assure them of their safety.
Perform the chest X-ray procedure as per standard guidance from radiation protection authority, using a mobile X-ray machine.
Read the CAD4TB X-ray images and interpret to the participant.
Ensure that maintenance checks on the x-ray machine are done as and when required.

Requirements

Diploma in Radiology and minimum of two (2) years of work experience.
Experience in operational research planning.
Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet)
Strong organizational and management skills. Self-motivation and attention to details.
Excellent oral communication skills
Knowledge of the main local languages in the area.
Registered with HPCZ and have current practicing license.

Added advantages.

Knowledge of the study community and an understanding of the dynamics.
Previous research experience.
Ability to work in a diverse team.

Community Engagement Coordinator (01) – 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The Community Engagement Coordinator is tasked with strengthening links with communities through coordination of study team, community, and Community Advisory Boards (CABs) and promotion of community stakeholder involvement in the TB REACH study.

Responsibilities:

Work in liaison with TB REACH research team to develop quality IEC materials for the TB REACH study.
Liaise with Community Advisory Board (CAB) in planning and conducting community sensitization activities.
Organize training sessions for the CAB.
Assist in activity planning for the study.
Coordinate the community health care workers conducting the study’s enumeration process.
Conduct regular CAB meetings to update them on any new study developments.
Coordinate with community leaders and other key stakeholders to mobilize community members to participate in TB REACH study.
Assist in recruiting participants in the qualitative operational study.
Build community stakeholder capacity within the TB REACH study materials.
Ensure programs are being carried out in a culturally sensitive manner.
Ensure timely submission of work plans and activity reports.
To be responsible for the promotion and organisation of local community engagement and listening events relevant to the study.
Assist in translation of study materials in local languages.

Requirements

Minimum of a diploma in Social Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized academic institution.
One (1) year experience in utilizing participatory techniques for developing partnerships.
Fluency in one or more language(s) spoken in the target communities.
Awareness and understanding of the social realities of the TB epidemic.
Must be a resident of Chipulukusu Community.

4. Research Assistant (01) – 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The research assistant is responsible for administering informed consent for study participants and ensuring that all study related activities are done in accordance with the study protocol. They will be responsible in managing the research activities at the hub and coordinating all team members at the hub. The Research assistant is tasked with the following.

Responsibilities:

Administer the baseline survey at the start of the study or during enumeration period.
Participate in community sensitization activities.
Obtaining informed consent from the participants during the baseline survey or operational study.
Conducting follow up study related activities on recruited participants.
Responsible for managing all study activities at the community hub.
Coordinate all research activities at the hub and work effective with other study team members.
Ensure adherence to the SOPs at the community hub.

Ensure that informed consent is duly administered consistent with the SOP.

Requirements

Must be a grade twelve (12) and at least 21 years and above.
Good social communication skills.
Knowledge of TB/HIV research.
Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet).
Be registered with Counselling Council of Zambia.
A minimum of 2 years work experience.
Fluency in English and one or more local languages spoken in the target communities.
Must be willing to work long hours.
Previous experience as a home-based care worker, TB treatment support worker Lay Counsellor or community health worker in the same community in Ndola an advantage.
Must be resident in the same Community.

5. Enumerators (10) – 3 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The Study Enumerators will be tasked with enumeration and distribution of Ubumi Bwandi cards to eligible household members in the community by visiting all households in their allocated zones. Each enumerator will be tasked with registering community members and also advocating for community members to go for screening and accessing health services at the hub and the clinic.

Responsibilities:

Obtaining verbal consent at households in the community.
Timely and accurate recording of information in the household.
Enumerating all household members following the Standard Operating Procedure.
Ensure that all eligible household members are given/provided with the Ubumi Bwandi cards, duly filled in with necessary details.
Work with other survey team members in the whole enrolment process.

Requirements

Must be a grade twelve (12) and at least 21 years and above.
Good social communication skills.
Basic knowledge of TB/HIV and other common diseases
Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet).
A minimum of 2 years work experience.
Fluency in English and Bemba and any other local languages spoken in Mapalo community.
Must be willing to work long hours and walk around in the community.
Previous experience as an enumerator on any survey, will be an added advantage.
Excellent communication skills.
Resident in Mapalo and is familiar with the community.
Able to interact with community members without difficulties.
Should be able to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
Should be a team player and work effectively in a team.
Should have experience with community work.

6. Community Health Workers (04) – 12 Months Contract

Position summary: Reporting to the Study Manager. The study Community Health Workers (CHW) will be tasked with registration of Ubumi Bwandi cards to eligible community members at the community hub. Each CHW will be tasked with advocating for community members to go for screening and accessing health services at the hub and the clinic; carry out TB screening and other diseases at the hub; fill in electronic TB registers and paper registers.

Responsibilities:

Ensure that all eligible community members are given/provided with the Ubumi Bwandi cards.
Register community members necessary details and information should be captured on the electronic data capture devices (tablets).
Screening everyone who comes to the hub following the Standard Operating Procedure.
Be able to carry out simple screening tests such as blood pressure (BP) measurement, weight and height measurements, oxygen levels measurement using pulse oximeter etc.
Familiar with key TB/HIV information, use it to screen presumptive TB patients at the hub and deliver health education talks.
Ensure that all TB registers are updated and harmonized with the clinic TB registers.
Ensure effective TB household contact tracing is done.
Ensure that all patients screened for TB and other diseases make it to the clinic for initiation of treatment and follow up is done thereafter.
Timely and accurate recording of information in the TB registers and the electronic data devices (tablets).
Work with other CHWs, enumerators and study team members in the whole enrolment process.
Coordinate work between the clinic and the hub.
Ensure that the work environment (community hub) is kept clean and tidy at all times.
Deliver community screening outreaches in hot spots when necessary.

Requirements

Must be a grade twelve (12) and at least 21 years and above.
Good social communication skills.
Basic knowledge of TB/HIV and other common diseases
Traceable history and knowledge of research.
Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet).
A minimum of 2 years work experience as Community Health Worker
Fluency in English and Bemba and any other local languages spoken in Mapalo community.
Must be willing to work long hours and walk around in the community for household TB contact tracing.
Excellent communication skills.
Resident in Mapalo and is familiar with the community.
Able to interact with community members without difficulties.
Able to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
A team player and work effectively in a team.
Should have good work ethic/habits.

How to apply

Applicants from outside Ndola should find their own accommodation and be willing to work away from home over extended periods.

Only applicants who meet the criteria for the above position should submit their application letters and CV to:

The Human Resources Manager,

Zambart Head Office,

UNZA Ridgeway Campus,

Off Nationalist Road

P. O Box 50697

Lusaka

or email the application letter and CV only (without certificates) to jobs.zambart@gmail.com stating in the reference the position you are applying for.

Closing Date: 12^th May 2023