Research Assistant

Health for a Prosperous Nation (H-PON) is a Local Nongovernmental organization with a vision of a healthy Tanzanian population. The H-PON works to contribute towards the Government efforts via its development agenda of having a healthy Tanzanian population which engages effectively in development efforts and hence reduce poverty and generating a prosperous Nation. The organization Core areas include; Research, Health system Strengthening and Implementation of innovative evidence-based approaches which have the potential of making difference in lives of the people at grass root level.

Health for a Prosperous Nation is looking for suitable qualified “Research Assistant” to work on one of its projects titled “Rudi Kundini, Pamoja Kundini (RKPK)” in Katoro, Geita.

1. Job Title: Research Assistant
2. Posts: 1 Posts
3. Duration: 1 Year
4. Location: Katoro, Geita
5. Qualifications & Experience
   • Must have Bachelor Degree/Diploma in social science, health related subjects or equivalent.
   • Must have good experience in Research
   • Must be a good team leader and Manager.
   • Must have prior experience in Field Research and Data collection
   • Must have experience in data collection using digital devices like tablets or PDAs
   • Fluent in speaking Swahili & English
   • Good Swahili & English writing skills
   • Good report writing skills
   • Must have spirit of working under minimal supervision
   • Driving skills will be an added advantage.
6. Roles and responsibilities
   • Assist Regional Team Lead in developing project operational plans
   • Assist Regional Team Lead in field logistics and data handling.
   • Recruitment and enrolment of study participants
   • Escalate operational issues with Regional Team Lead
   • Strictly adhere to project protocols and escalate technical issues to Regional Team Lead
   • Strictly observe codes of conduct
   • Attend training for the planned activity.
   • Data collection and Management
   • Safe keeping of all organization’s properties
   • Any other duties that may be assigned by Regional Team Lead.
7. Remuneration

Attractive package will be offered to successful candidate.

8. Mode of Application
   • Cover letter addressed to Human Resources Manager (P.O.BOX 13560, Dar es salaam).
   • Updated CV
   • Scanned copy of Academic certificates and transcripts
   • Other relevant field certificates
   • Combine all the documents (8.1-8.4) in one pdf file.
   • An electronic copy of a combined file should be sent to [email protected] not later than Tuesday 25th October, 2022: 1600hrs.
   • Applicants submitting more than one file or non-pdf file will not be considered.
9. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. (Please do not ask for feedback unless you are contacted).
10. Closing Date:

25th October, 2022, 1600hrs

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