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Job Title:
Field Supervisors
Employer:
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Administrative jobs
Number of Positions:
18
Deadline:
Monday, 13 May 2024
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Field Supervisors job at Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) is a prestigious institution in Uganda renowned for its contributions to public health education, research, and community service. As part of Makerere University, one of Africa's oldest and most prestigious universities, MakSPH plays a critical role in training public health professionals who are equipped to tackle health challenges both locally and globally.
The school offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs designed to provide comprehensive education and practical skills in public health. Its curriculum is tailored to address contemporary health issues, with a strong emphasis on research, epidemiology, health policy, and health management. MakSPH is recognized for its innovative approaches to public health education, integrating theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience through fieldwork and community engagement.
MakSPH is also a leader in public health research, conducting groundbreaking studies that inform health policies and practices. The school's research initiatives cover a wide array of topics, including infectious diseases, maternal and child health, non-communicable diseases, environmental health, and health systems strengthening. These research efforts contribute to the global body of knowledge and have a significant impact on public health interventions and policies in Uganda and beyond.
The school collaborates with various international organizations, governments, and NGOs to implement public health programs and projects. These partnerships enhance the school's capacity to address public health challenges and provide students with opportunities for international exposure and collaboration.
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Field Supervisors job at Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, World Health Organization, and PATH, with funding from the Global Alliance for Vaccine Initiative, will conduct the “Post-Phase II Yellow Fever Preventive Mass Vaccination Campaign Coverage Survey in Uganda (Post-phase II YFPMVCCS)”. The survey aims to evaluate the yellow fever mass vaccination campaign performance by coverage, the reach of the program interventions, and assess the equity of the vaccination campaign.
MakSPH seeks to recruit competent Field Supervisors and Research Assistants to support data collection for about one month. The survey will be conducted in six regions of Ankole, South Buganda, North Buganda, Kampala, Teso, and Karamoja.
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Lead, supervise, and support Research Assistants within the supervisor’s assigned responsibilities.
Support training of research assistants including the pre-test data collection activities.
Conduct district entry for the research assistants and obtain permission to proceed to enumeration areas (EAs)
Support the identification of the EAs and obtain community entry permission for the data collection.
Support listing and mapping of the EAs and conduct sampling of households.
Ensure safe custody of all data collected and adhere to quality control and assurance procedures for quality collected.
Oversee field data collection and ensure that data are correctly saved and submitted to the designed aggregate server and hard copies of all study materials are submitted to the study coordinator.
Hold daily debrief meetings with the research assistants to assess the implementation of the day’s activities and devise strategies to address any challenges.
Prepare and ensure safe custody of data collection forms, devices, supplies, and equipment for the assigned team of research assistants.
Prepare and submit daily field summary reports to the Study Coordinator.
Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Study Coordinator.
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At least a Bachelor’s degree, with field working experience no less than 2 similar field research activities (within the last 5 years) as a supervisor. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Demonstrated expertise in community entry/engagement, mapping, listing, sampling, and conducting interviews in households.
Ability to collect, transcribe, and code qualitative data.
A valid certificate in Good Clinical Practice and/or Human Subject Research.
Should be willing to work beyond usual office working hours.
Ability to work well with others and supervise teams.
Must be ready to move to the assigned field sites to supervise, coordinate activities, and conduct interviews.
Duration: This appointment is valid for the period of training, and data collection and is estimated at about one month. The appointment shall automatically terminate on expiry of the contract period.
Interested persons should submit their application and updated curriculum vitae (CV) stating at least one referee and their contacts Applications should be addressed to: The Dean Makerere University School of Public Health and sent via recruitment@musph.ac.ug
• Field Supervisors shall indicate the position being applied for in the email reference
• Research Assistants shall indicate the position being applied for, preferred language and region of deployment in the email reference/ email subject
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
