Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS, and we are making an impact. We are a proven leader in the global fight to end HIV and AIDS, and an advocate for every child to live a full and healthy life into adulthood. For more than 30 years, EGPAF has been a leader in meeting urgent needs in pediatric HIV and AIDS in the world’s most affected regions. We carry out our values of passion, innovation, teamwork, leadership, integrity, excellence and equity every day, while maximizing our impact in the communities we serve. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation!
Title: Temporary Evaluation Assistant
Department: Research
Location Berea & Leribe
Reports To: Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?
The Temporary Evaluation Assistant will primarily be responsible for implementing STI study activities in Lesotho. The Temporary Evaluation Assistant will collect data from different entry points as per protocol guidance. S/he will implement the study related activities with the support from District Technical Advisors (DTA) and Elizabeth Glazer Pediatrics Aids Foundation (EGPAF) staff in programs as appropriate. The evaluation is meant to understand the potential impact/contribution and cost of GeneXpert molecular testing in diagnosis and treatment of STIs among adolescent and young women (15 – 29 years) and men (15 years and older) presenting with STI symptoms at selected health facilities in Lesotho (Leribe and Berea).
No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect as a Title?
Under the supervision of the Regulatory Affairs Coordinator, the Temporary Evaluation Assistant will:
- Participate in STI GeneXepert Evaluation data collection activities at the facility level (i.e evaluation site) under two (2) EGPAF ALPEC Districts.
- S/he will serve as administrative liaison between study sites and the project.
- The trained nurse assistant will obtain informed consent and interview participants who present with signs and symptoms of STIs.
- S/He will adhere to pre-established work scope, study protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ethics regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work in a professional manner and maintain good relationships with hospital staff and EGPAF Programs Staff.
- Screen clients for enrolment into the study
- Conduct informed consent process to prospective participants before enrolment into the study.
- Conduct interviews using appropriate study data collection forms and logs to fill in information collected from participants.
- Provide guidance to consented participants on collection samples and ensure processing of the samples.
- Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of data collection activities
- Provide updates to the Coordinator on enrolment progress of study participants.
- Ensure accurate and complete recording of study data.
- Ensure confidentiality of participants’ information by storing all evaluation documents in locked filling cabinets.
- Provide regular and timely updates to the study coordinator on progress and issues that impact implementation
- Maintain accurate files and records, both computerized and manual
Perform other duties as required by the Public Health Evaluation Director, Associate Director PHE and Senior Research Manager.
To be successful, you will have:
· Certificate in Trained Nursing Assistant
· Registration with the Lesotho Nursing Council as a Trained Nurse Assistant
- Previous experience with data collection for research is desired
Bonus points if you have:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Sesotho is a clear asset
- Good interpersonal and interview skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team.
- Ability to work independently.
- Attention to details is key
- Non-judgement attitude.
- Ability to work under pressure
As a global, multinational and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. The Foundation is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B), and we strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: BIPOC (black, indigenous, and other people of color), women and non-binary, LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender), individuals with disabilities, and other members of historically underrepresented groups.
EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.