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Kabale, Uganda
Full-time
Deadline:
October 20, 2023 at 2:00:00 PM
About the Organisation
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.
Job Title
Screening Officer - Kabale job at Makerere University School of Public Health
Job Description
Coordinate and supervise all activities of the Screening department
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Report to the Surveillance Officer or designate
Coordinate and supervise all activities of the Screening department
Ensure that the Screening office has all required supplies in sufficient quantities.
Screen potential participants and assess eligibility criteria by asking screening questions to ensure that a participant is a member of the study population
Ensure proper registration of survey participants; request participant to have fingerprints scanned and assist him/her in capturing the right fingerprint image
Screening Officers will clarify the survey, respond to questions, and obtain consent from participants
May also conduct interviews (CAPI) with participants
Ensure that participants are screened on a first come, first served basis
Issues survey coupons, make appointments and keep logs
Explain the RDS peer recruitment/referral process to participants
Labels coupons with the correct RDS numbers (coupon and participant’s IDs)
Ensures that the WinMARP database is working correctly
Ensures that a participant has completed all the steps of the study (this is done easily by looking at the procedure process checklist
Manage payments of primary and secondary incentives to participants
Responsible for any other survey-related tasks as may be assigned
Qualifications and Competencies
Education Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social work and social administration or its equivalent
Basic background on accounting and management of finance.
Experience, skills, and other requirements
Excellent computer skills
proficiency in English and Luganda both written and spoken
Must possess outstanding people skills
Work experience in a research setting
Multi-lingual communication ability is key for Hoima (Runyoro), Bulisa (Lugungu) Kabale (Rukiga) among others
Must have up to date GCP (CITI) and Human subject protection certification
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE;
