HIV Research Field Assistant & Data Collector

Africa Health Research Institute NPC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

African Health Research Institute NPC seeks a Clinic Research Assistant to be based at the Somkhele campus. You will support HIV prevention studies, recruit participants, collect data on REDCap, and ensure data quality and confidentiality in mobile clinic settings.

Role requires weekend/public holiday work, a 12th grade certificate, HIV counselling certificate, driver's license, and fluency in isiZulu and English. Join a values-driven team advancing public health in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Senior certificate (Grade 12) is required.
• 10-Day HIV Counselling Certificate from a registered provider.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
• Fluent in isiZulu and English.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and link participants to care with peer navigators.
• Provide study overview to participants at mobile clinics.
• Register participants on REDCap and other registers.
• Follow up participants and secure appointments as directed.
• Collect data on REDCap and other platforms per SOPs.
• Perform data quality checks on CRFs before use.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency and confidentiality.
• Assist with eligibility confirmation and informed consent processes.
• Attend meetings and implement decisions from line manager.
• Maintain liaison with stakeholders and educate participants about AHRI research activities.
• Work with the line manager on ongoing improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Planning

Cultural sensitivity

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Community outreach

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

HIV Counselling Certificate (10-Day)

Driver’s license

Tools

MS Office

REDCap

Job description

African Health Research Institute NPC seeks a Clinic Research Assistant to be based at the Somkhele campus. You will support HIV prevention studies, recruit participants, collect data on REDCap, and ensure data quality and confidentiality in mobile clinic settings.

Role requires weekend/public holiday work, a 12th grade certificate, HIV counselling certificate, driver's license, and fluency in isiZulu and English. Join a values-driven team advancing public health in South Africa.