The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health-Foundations’ exciting future.
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation seeks to appoint PHD Student to be based in Head Office (Knowledge Translation Unit); Observatory.
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation requires applications for a PHD Student. The successful appointee will be based within the Knowledge Translation Unit (however, some remote working will be required depending on COVID-19 level). The successful candidate would be appointed within the Knowledge Translation Unit and would be primarily be required to work on a funded study focused on strengthening adolescent healthcare in primary health care and schools, of which their PhD should be the focus.
Employment Type:One Year Fixed Term Contract
Requirements:
Master’s in health-related field
In the process of registering as a Doctoral student for 2021
Working experience in qualitative and quantitative research
Computer literacy (Proficiency in MS Excel and /or MS Access, and other relevant statistical analysis software (STATA); as well as NVIVO or ATLAS TI )
Outstanding communication skills
A mature and responsible attitude towards work, with the ability to take ownership of projects
Stakeholder management
Ability to work within a team and individually
Able to take projects from concept to completion
Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
Exceptional attention to detail and high standards
Able to self-manage
Responsibilities:
Engage with stakeholders as required in preparation for conducting research projects
Prepare participant questionnaires and training manuals
Quantitative and qualitative data collection, monitoring, cleaning and analysis
Collaborate in the statistical design and analysis of trial findings
Coordinate project tasks and deliverables within research projects
Prepare reports for the institutional ethics review board, funders, data and safety monitoring boards and investigator meetings
Contribute to paper writing on research projects
Present data findings to stakeholders
Contribute to funding applications
Values fit: Passion, Innovation, Progress Integrity, Respect and Excellence
To apply, quote Job reference, submit CV, motivation letter with certified copy of highest qualification and details of three (3) current contactable referees to: Attention HR Manager [email protected] by 11th December 2020 and include Job reference: #KTUPHDstudent. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only on-line applications submitted via our job’s portal will be considered.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We are committed to equity in our employment practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. We reserve the right not to appoint if no suitable candidates are identified.
I understand and accept that, by applying for this role, I authorise Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation in its capacity as employer, to access my personal information stored, and to utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role.
This job may be removed before it expires.
If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation is a child friendly organisation committed to the protection of children.
For more about the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, refer to www.desmondtutuhivfoundation.org.za