Background
The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD).
Current studies and projects include infant rotavirus and BCG trials, immunizing pregnant women to protect their infants against disease (including influenza, Group B streptococcus, and respiratory syncytial virus), and the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) initiatives.
In 2020, VIDA commenced two international trials on COVID-19 vaccines amongst several other COVID-19 studies. World Health Organization position papers directly refer to the work conducted by RMPRU and have used such data generated to inform policy and recommendations for vaccine implementation globally and here in South Africa.
By combining clinical, microbiological, and epidemiological expertise in an African setting, the unit has made significant contributions in vaccine development against the leading respiratory and enteric pathogens contributing to under-5 childhood morbidity and mortality in Africa and other low and middle-income countries.
VIDA aims to continue to save lives, especially children, across Africa and low and middle-income countries, through leading and pioneering research in the field of vaccines and infectious diseases.
Main purpose of the job
- To support the Laboratory Manager to supervise the team and coordinate the processing and storage of an extensive samples repository across multiple long and short term studies, ensuring quality, operational compliance and good laboratory practice
Location
- VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital
Key performance areas
- Manage the laboratories LIMS system
- Oversee the sample repository, ensuring detailed organization and proper storage of all clinical trial specimens according to GCLP guidelines
- Supervise and coordinate sample receipt and access
- Ensure cold chain specifications are met
- Co-ordinate regular freezer checks
- Oversee specimen handling
- Ensure samples are processed according to applicable SOP’s and Protocols
- Ensure all shipments adhere to IATA regulations
- Coordinate with lab assistant to ensure all shipments are completed timeously and adhere to protocols and deadlines
- Manage the correct application of quality assurance processes and SOPs to ensure corrective actions are taken as required
- Manage the review process of SOPs and implement appropriate changes in order to ensure the laboratory is constantly able to provide high-quality, cost-effective and correct results
- Evaluate and QC the results from trials thereby ensuring accuracy and identifying trends in order to address skills gaps
- Ensure that RMPRU Laboratory is compliant with GCLP
- Inspect, verify and check delivered goods and stock as per orders
- Oversee the management and storage of biohazardous waste and toxic materials
- Oversee the transport and shipping of clinical specimens
- Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilization and maintenance of sound labor relations
Required minimum education and training
- National Diploma in Biomedical Technology
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Knowledge of and certification in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
- Sound knowledge of laboratory information system and Microsoft Office at an intermediary level
- Orderly and systematic
- Exceptional organizational and administration skills
- Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
- Assertive and confident
- Above average attention to detail
- Self-motivated and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Able to make independent decisions
- Knowledge of clinical trials would be an advantage
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in appropriate/relevant laboratory
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 08 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (“WHC“) is a wholly owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.
The Clinical HIV Research Unit (CHRU) was initiated in 1998 by Professor Ian Sanne, under the auspices of the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). Today the CHRU is an HIV/AIDS, TB and Cervical Cancer research syndicate of the Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (WHC), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary company of WITS.
The CHRU is proudly the first International Clinical Research Site (CRS) of the AIDS Clinical Trials Group (ACTG). To date it remains one of the most successful international sites within the ACTG. The site is substantially funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and USAID/PEPFAR.
Based at the Helen Joseph Academic Hospital in Johannesburg, the CHRU conducts research into HIV-AIDs, carrying out clinical trials that encompass associated dread diseases (TB, Cervical Cancer and other opportunistic infections) and provides technical expertise and assistance, training of health care personnel, quality assurance assessments of sites, and clinical support services.
Main purpose of the job
- Managing a registered pharmacy specializing in clinical research and ensuring that medication is effectively dispensed to clinical trial patients
Location
- José Pearson TB Hospital, Port Elizabeth
Key performance areas
- Manage and maintain a registered Pharmacy with SAPC in accordance with ICH GCP and GPP guidelines
- Comply with all relevant national and international legislative and regulatory requirements
- Formalize and implement standard operating procedures
- Development and maintenance of the Pharmacy establishment plan
- Manage the temperature control (manual and electronic), maintenance of equipment and general housekeeping of the Pharmacy according to relevant standards and requirements
- Assist with overseeing the inspection and maintenance of the generator
- Record and report PAB/MCC/IRB as per GCP requirements
- Maintain and safely keep complete and accurate records
- Oversee the security of the Pharmacy by ensuring that no unauthorized personnel enter the Pharmacy
- Assist with training relevant staff members on Pharmacy practices and requirements
- Evaluate prescriptions for correctness, dosage corrections and appropriateness of medications, formulation and time frames
- Check expiry dates and batch number of medication before labeling and dispensing
- Interpret prescriptions and prepare medicine accordingly
- Verify and check correct labeling of medication
- Advise patients and caregivers on the correct use of medicine or refer to Counsellor
- Mix Compound and dispense medications timeously and accurately to patients
- Administer process and file relevant documentation
- Assist with management and overseeing of the Pharmacy’s stock by conducting weekly or bi-weekly stock takes
- Order medicines (locally or importing) from suppliers to ensure sufficient stock levels and availability of medicine
- Manage and control the correct packing and labeling of medicines
- Control and administer expired and disposal stock by following the relevant procedures in destructing medications
- Administer process and file relevant documentation
- Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates
- Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments through individual coaching and other support mechanisms
- Develop subordinates to their full potential by identifying and addressing staff training needs
- Be actively involved in developing training materials specified by the Director
Required minimum education and training
- Bachelor degree in pharmacy (B.Pharm)
- Certification in basic HIV and infectious diseases would be advantageous
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Exceptional organizational and administrative skills
- Excellent checking and QC skills
- MS Office proficiency
- Good clinical practice (GCP) certification.
- Ensuring strict compliance to GCP and GPP
- Experience in clinical trials
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in retail/hospital Experience in clinical trials and/or experience in an HIV environment will be an advantage
- Previous experience working with HIV and infectious diseases would be advantageous
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 08 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (“WHC“) is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.
The Clinical HIV Research Unit (CHRU) was initiated in 1998 by Professor Ian Sanne, under the auspices of the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). Today the CHRU is an HIV/AIDS, TB and Cervical Cancer research syndicate of the Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited (WHC), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary company of WITS.
The CHRU is proudly the first International Clinical Research Site (CRS) of the AIDS Clinical Trials Group (ACTG). To date, it remains one of the most successful international sites within the ACTG. The site is substantially funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and USAID/PEPFAR.
Based at the Helen Joseph Academic Hospital in Johannesburg, the CHRU conducts research into HIV-AIDs, carrying out clinical trials that encompass associated dread diseases (TB, Cervical Cancer and other opportunistic infections) and provides technical expertise and assistance, training of health care personnel, quality assurance assessments of sites, and clinical support services.
Main purpose of the job
- To provide best practice data collection, clinical assessments and management, collection of specimens and care according to protocols
- To screen and enroll patients into the study and to conduct on-going follow-up based on the research protocols
Location
- José Pearson TB Hospital, Port Elizabeth
Key performance areas
- Ensure that patients meet eligibility criteria for screening
- Ensure adherence to the enrolment process
- Collect vital signs of patients
- Inform patients of test results
- Assist with baseline assessment interviews
- Treat diagnosis according to test results or laboratory diagnoses
- Collect blood and sputum sample from patients
- Perform ECG tests for patients
- Provide appropriate health education and adherence counseling where necessary
- Refer patients to alternative care if necessary
- Clean and sterilize all used speculum and equipment.
- Provide protocol training for other staff as the need arises
- Maintain full clinical records for all patients
- Follow up on patient results
- Assist the doctor with clinical procedures in the case of emergency
- Act as back up to complete compliance check in respect of medication issued to the patient
- Maintain study documentation according to the GCP principles
- Complete accurately, all necessary study documentation as required
- Quality control study documents
- Compile relevant reports and feedback on all activities
- Complete lab requisition forms
- Ensure minimum stock level is maintained within the clinic
- Liaise with the administrator to procure stock required
- Update patient medical files and copy patient files for filing purposes
- Ensure that clinic stock is ordered on time
- Ensure that stock is used correctly and avoid wastage
- Ensure that the room is clean, hygienic and hazard free
- Ensure maintenance of the emergency trolley
- Develop Infection control SOPS for the clinic
- Train staff on relevant SOPs and policies
- Complete engagement assessments for new staff and annual assessments for existing staff
- Maintain infection control within the clinic
Required minimum education and training
- Diploma or degree in General Nursing
- Experience in undertaking and managing independent data collection is essential
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- A diploma in Primary Health Care or similar will be an advantage
- Certification in good clinical practice (GCP) will also be advantageous.
- Experience in a research environment
- Ordered and systematic with strict compliance to protocols.
- Be tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality
- Good administrative skills together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Respectful with sound work ethic
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 3 years nursing experience in TB Management
- Research experience would be preferred
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 08 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD).
Current studies and projects include infant rotavirus and BCG trials, immunizing pregnant women to protect their infants against disease (including influenza, Group B streptococcus, and respiratory syncytial virus), and the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) initiatives.
In 2020, VIDA commenced two international trials on COVID-19 vaccines amongst several other COVID-19 studies. World Health Organization position papers directly refer to the work conducted by RMPRU and have used such data generated to inform policy and recommendations for vaccine implementation globally and here in South Africa.
By combining clinical, microbiological, and epidemiological expertise in an African setting, the unit has made significant contributions in vaccine development against the leading respiratory and enteric pathogens contributing to under-5 childhood morbidity and mortality in Africa and other low and middle-income countries.
VIDA aims to continue to save lives, especially children, across Africa and low and middle-income countries, through leading and pioneering research in the field of vaccines and infectious diseases.
Main purpose of the job:
- Operate ultrasound equipment to acquire, interpret and selectively record anatomical images, physical data and real time physiological information for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with other medical practitioners
Location:
- VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital and surrounding clinics in the SOWETO area
Key performance areas
- Determining the number of fetuses and obtaining measurements of standard fetal planes – these measurements include BPD, HC, AC, CRL and FL.
- Calculating the gestational age, based on various fetal biometry data and detecting or ruling out an abnormal position of the placenta (low lying or praevia in relation to the internal os), with criteria that are appropriately gestational-age dependent.
- Assessing liquor volume qualitatively and detecting oligo- as well as polyhydramnios.
- Detecting significant congenital anomalies and/or chromosomal markers, as they are generally visible on the recommended standard biometry planes.
- Identifying maternal pelvic pathology (uterus & adnexa).
- Assessment of the fetal anatomy as a screening procedure in pregnancies at low risk of fetal anomaly.
- Conduct routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures, reporting any deficiencies or malfunction to the appropriate manager.
- Take responsibility for keeping the department in general and specifically the work area, clean, tidy and safe.
- Have a flexible approach to work so that urgent cases can be facilitated as necessary.
- Ensure effective and economic use of resources and report all occurrences of defects which may affect health and safety.
Required minimum education and training
- National Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography (Ultrasound)
- Bachelor of Technology in Radiograph/
- Bachelor's Degree in Radiography
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Advanced computer literacy
- Report writing and Attention to detail
- Willingness to work extended hours
- Willingness to travel
Required minimum work experience
- Registered with the HPCSA as a Ultrasonographer
- At least 2 years working experience as a Sonographer
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 31 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position
Background
The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD).
Current studies and projects include infant rotavirus and BCG trials, immunizing pregnant women to protect their infants against disease (including influenza, Group B streptococcus, and respiratory syncytial virus), and the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) initiatives.
In 2020, VIDA commenced two international trials on COVID-19 vaccines amongst several other COVID-19 studies. World Health Organization position papers directly refer to the work conducted by RMPRU and have used such data generated to inform policy and recommendations for vaccine implementation globally and here in South Africa.
By combining clinical, microbiological, and epidemiological expertise in an African setting, the unit has made significant contributions in vaccine development against the leading respiratory and enteric pathogens contributing to under-5 childhood morbidity and mortality in Africa and other low and middle-income countries.
VIDA aims to continue to save lives, especially children, across Africa and low and middle-income countries, through leading and pioneering research in the field of vaccines and infectious diseases.
Main purpose of the job:
- To manage and lead the clinical trial team and research activities and to provide health care to patients participating in clinical trials according to study protocols.
Location:
- VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital
Key performance areas
- Plan, implement and complete the clinical research activities for the clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and Standard Operating Procedures
- Perform study – related procedures, blood draws and nasopharyngeal aspirates/swabs on infants, young children and adults including pregnant woman
- Strategic review and management of clinical trials i.e. devising systems and processes to ensure effective and efficient study conduct
- SAE and Endpoint data reporting
- Quality assurance of the study file source data, i.e. clinical source notes and CRF’s
- Staff Management and training
- Writing of protocols and submissions to Ethics committee
Required minimum education and training
- MBChB/MBBCh degree
Professional Body Registration
- HPCSA
- Medical Protection Society membership
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Clinical trials experience, including protocol development, IRB Submissions, Trial planning and set-up
- Good Clinical Practice
- Computer literacy in MS Word and MS Excel
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
- Attention to detail, Motivated, Organised, Friendly, Professional
Required minimum work experience
- Completed community service, at least 6 months in paediatrics unit
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 31 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position
Background
The Clinical Laboratory Services (CLS), is a division of the Wits Health Consortium (WHC) of the School of Pathology.
CLS’s main purpose is to support the teaching and research activities of the School of Pathology through the provision of laboratory services, diagnostic and research advice and data management support in accordance with the standards of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP).
CLS is an accredited laboratory and has a comprehensive quality management plan to ensure adherence to GCLP and its accreditation standards ensuring the integrity of clinical laboratory for clinical trial study participant care. CLS has achieved on-going certifications for SANAS (South African National Accreditation System) ISO 15189 and GCLP Accreditation through the British Qualogy Group and is also inspected by the Division of AIDS (DAIDS) annually.
Main purpose of the job
- Responsible for the co-ordination of the capturing and distribution of all specimens and ensures correct information is obtained and recorded for specimen storage and ensuring daily operations run optimally
Location
- Lister Spencer Building, Braamfontein
Key performance areas
- Checking of data entry of specimens according to defined protocols for private patients, clinical trials, etc. on databases
- Coordination of sample shipping and storage
- Ensure suitable cleaning and preparation of equipment components such as racks and glassware
- Report any problems with equipment to the Laboratory manager
- Sign log sheets to ensure that instruments have been maintained and are in proper working order
- Shift and call-out rotation roster
- Monitor workflow and implement changes when identified
- Maintain and update SOP’s when required
- Identify and implement training for staff
- Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
- Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates
Required minimum education and training
- Grade 12 with Maths, Science and Biology
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Registration with HPCSA (Laboratory Assistant) preferably
- Good Clinical Laboratory Practice courses
- Experience in a Clinical Trial environment will be advantageous
Required minimum work experience
- 2 Years’ experience as a Laboratory Coordinator
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 04 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
MRU is a division of the Wits Health Consortium under the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the University of the Witwatersrand. We are committed to supporting the millennium development goals aimed at gender equity, maternal and child health and combatting HIV.
These guide our work which focuses on sexual and reproductive health with research being conducted in microbicides, barrier methods, service integration, and contraception. We conduct clinical, behavioural, operations and implementation science research and support health systems strengthening including capacity building and technical support.
Main purpose of the job
- To provide specific support to the research team by obtaining a medical history from study participants, perform a physical examination and do vital signs
- Give medication as per study protocol
- Give education on HIV and health-related issues
- Offer HIV counselling and Testing
Location
- MRU Durban - Commercial City Research Site
Key performance areas
- Clinical Procedures
- Provide pre and post HIV test counselling to potential study participants
- Participate in regular supervision and debriefing meetings
- Conduct basic health education presentations
Required minimum education and training
- Grade 12
- Certificate in Enrolled Nursing/Auxilliary Nursing
- Proficiency in English and Zulu
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- HIV Counselling Certificate
- Confidentiality
- Experience in a health care/research environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Thorough with good attention to detail
- Able to work to deadlines
- Self-motivated and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in working with research studies will be an advantage
- Ability to work well in a team and independently
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 1-year experience as an Enrolled Nurse or Nurse Auxilliary
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 05 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.
Main purpose of the job
- The project aims to address the significant research gaps and transform our understanding of violence transmission by conducting the first and largest longitudinal study on the intergenerational transmission of violence among young people in South Africa
- The person will work closely with the principal investigator, co-investigators and other members of the project team
Location
- Parktown, Johannesburg
Key performance areas
- Ensure overall coordination and provide management and administrative support for the various study components
- Assist in project planning and provide support in short- and long-term planning to establish and implement the study protocol, including all standard operating procedures
- Manage a team of fieldworkers
- Coordinate, support and monitor all fieldwork activities, including quality control
- Develop and test strategies to follow up study participants
- Maintain all study records in accordance with the study protocol
- Ensure ethical protocols and procedures are adhered to
- Report on study progress and outputs
- Monitor financial expenditure
- Convene meetings, liaise and communicate with partners in the universities, government and communities as required
- Oversee the establishment and maintenance of database files and records for the project
Required minimum education and training
- Masters degree or equivalent in public health, social sciences, or related field
- Extensive experience managing research studies or fieldwork
- Excellent understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Strong management, administrative and computer literacy skills (including Zoom/MS Teams, Office Package particularly Excel and basic knowledge of statistical software e.g. SPSS, STATA, or R)
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to function in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment and pay attention to detail
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a diverse team
- Well organized
- Problem solver
- Ability to communicate in Xitsonga and Siswati with staff and participants
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and ability to deliver work to high standards even under pressure
- Experience working with minors or in violence prevention or intervention
- Experience of working with donor-funded projects and in a research or academic environment is an advantage
- Knowledge and experience with the Wits Health Consortium administrative and financial systems is an advantage
- National travel and overtime/weekend may be required from time to time
- Working in rural or under-resourced areas Is required. Must be willing to relocate to Ehlanzeni District Mpumalanga for the duration of the study
- No criminal record
- Valid driver's license with no penalties
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 5 years’ relevant research and/or project management experience
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 01 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.
Main purpose of the job
- To drive mobile clinic transporting clinical staff for outreach activities and clients to and from different areas and to collect/deliver documents from various locations in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures
- To provide HIV counselling and testing to Transgender women, link them to HIV treatment and prevention services and retain them in care using data-driven tracking and tracing of patients who are Lost to Follow Up
Location
- Bellville – Cape Town
Key performance areas
- Drive mobile clinic with care and consideration to other road users
- Liaise with the community outreach team for daily transport schedules
- Transport outreach teams and clients safely to and from destinations
- Complete relevant vehicle usage forms in accordance with policy
- Keep the mobile clinic clean and carry out the necessary checks
- Report any vehicle mechanical faults, repairs or vehicle accidents and assist with vehicle maintenance duties
- Always obey traffic rules
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
- Conduct health information, education, and communication (IEC) activities with female sex workers and/ or their clients at brothels and community based hot spots
- Demonstrate condoms usage to clients at outreach sites
- Conduct pre and/or post-HIV test counselling
- Link Transgender women to HIV prevention and treatment services
- Provide adherence counselling and support to clients on antiretroviral therapy (ART)
Required minimum education and training
- Grade 12
- HIV counselling and a testing certificate
- Valid driver’s license, including PDP certificate
- Fluent in English and other Africa language
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Basic HIV education and counselling
- Empathetic with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office
- Be tactful, respectful and maintain confidentiality
- Able to work independently and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum of 6 months of working experience as a Community Health Worker or Lay Counsellor
- 2 Years as an HTS counsellor
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 05 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD).
Current studies and projects include infant rotavirus and BCG trials, immunizing pregnant women to protect their infants against disease (including influenza, Group B streptococcus, and respiratory syncytial virus), and the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) initiatives.
In 2020, VIDA commenced two international trials on COVID-19 vaccines amongst several other COVID-19 studies. World Health Organization position papers directly refer to the work conducted by RMPRU and have used such data generated to inform policy and recommendations for vaccine implementation globally and here in South Africa.
By combining clinical, microbiological, and epidemiological expertise in an African setting, the unit has made significant contributions in vaccine development against the leading respiratory and enteric pathogens contributing to under-5 childhood morbidity and mortality in Africa and other low and middle-income countries.
VIDA aims to continue to save lives, especially children, across Africa and low and middle-income countries, through leading and pioneering research in the field of vaccines and infectious diseases.
Main purpose of the job:
- To design, implement and facilitate research projects, analyse the Qualitative Research data, and participate in publishing scientific articles informed by the research outputs
Location:
- VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital
Key performance areas
- Identify study participants as set out in study population described in the study protocol.
- Schedule qualitative interviews with study population at least one week in advance
- Conduct qualitative interviews with relevant study participants as per outlined study sampling criteria.
- Check and transcribe interview data within three working days of data collection.
- Perform thematic analysis in line with project requirements within two working days from transcription.
- Draft and submit thematic report of data analysis on a weekly basis to your line manager.
- Draft research manuscripts for publications
- Conduct literature reviews as and when required.
- Support Senior Researcher with all qualitative research related activities as and when required.
- Keep and maintain records of all interviews in relevant study file on a weekly basis.
- Submit project status report on a weekly basis to your line manager.
- Ensure all customer interaction (Both internal and external customers) is of the highest professional level, e.g. Respond on emails/queries within two days
- Build and maintain authentic relationships with all stakeholders ensuring that all interactions are professional.
- Support Head Anthropologist with all qualitative research related activities as and when required.
- Effectively manage work processes in order to maintain high levels of productivity
Required minimum education and training
- Degree in Anthropology, Social Sciences or related field
Required minimum work experience
- 3-5 Years’ experience working in social science research environment
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Advanced computer literacy with emphasis on working with NVivo
- Attention to detail, enthusiastic, hard-working.
- The ability to work independently
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work in a team essential
- Fluency in at least one local language other than English essential
- Experience in journal article publication.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Willingness to work extended hours.
- Willingness to travel.
- Deadline driven.
- Must be able to work without supervision.
- Must be willing to contribute towards publications
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 09 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position
Minimum Requirements
- 3 Years IT related degree (advantageous)
- Certified in TOGAF, Agile Methodologies (advantageous)
- Certified in COBIT, ITIL 3, Prince II (advantageous)
- ISTQB Advanced Level - Organisational or Technical (required)
- ISTQB Expert Level - Test Management (advantageous)
Key Competency
- Knowledge of testing approaches and techniques
- Knowledge of regression, usability and functional testing methods
- Knowledge of retail environments and retail system solutions
- Knowledge of SAP change based testing practices and tools (SAP SolMAN)
- Knowledge if IT Service Managmeent Principles and frameworks (ITIL 3)
Key Performance
- The Automation Tester is responsible to conduct efficient and effective testing of new and customised software including change requests and strategic projects aligned to business requirements.
- Perform effective and efficient testing of new and customised software, to ensure successful deployment.
- Adhere to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards.
- Perform project related tasks and conduct functional, system, integration and/or regression testing activities within project timelines, as required.
- Ensure that reporting is produced in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders.
- Update and maintain Automation process.
- Effectively manage self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Requirements
- 3 Years IT related degree (advantageous)
- Certified in TOGAF, Agile Methodologies (advantageous)
- Certified in COBIT, Prince II (advantageous)
- Certified in ITIL 3 (required)
- SAP Specialist Certification - POS (advantageous)
- Knowledge of Point of Sale system concepts
Key Performance
- Make recommendations to optimise SAP Point of Sale processes, policies and procedures
- Adhere to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards.
- Identify suitable solutions to new and existing business requirements (changes and projects), and ensure effective resolution of problems and incidents.
- Produce portfolio and status reporting in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders.
- Update and maintain known error database, knowledge base, configuration database as well as testing and training material, and implement a continuous improvement plan to improve the portfolio solutions.
- Effectively manage and develop self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Background
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.
Main purpose of the job
- The main purpose of the professional nurse is to provide quality health services to young people
- Services focus on sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention including PrEP and HIV testing services, and screening for gender-based violence, together with the management of minor ailments – as part of the Integrated School Health Programme
- The incumbent will support the achievement of the School HIV and GBV prevention programme’s targets and to this end, engage in ongoing quality improvement activities to ensure integrated, comprehensive services are rendered from community-based mobiles services, with a focus on adolescent girls and young women and at-risk young people
Location
- Wits RHI – COJ
Key performance areas
- Screen clients for HIV in all services provided at the mobile clinic
- Initiate PrEP and monitor and manage clients according to DOH guidelines
- Ensure blood results are followed and appropriately managed
- Screen for TB, non-communicable diseases, gender-based and intimate partner violence and ensure appropriate referral after review
- Screen, diagnose and manage STIs and minor ailments as per PHC guidelines
- Manage referrals for HIV-positive clients for ART and other services not provided as part of the project’s package of care
- Provide contraceptive services for female clients
- Supervise lay HIV testing counselors and support outreach staff in reaching out to clients who miss appointments
- Assist the Clinical Mentor with the development of standard operation procedures, processes, and tools to support effective service delivery from the mobile clinic, including, for example, referral systems, infection control measures and the mobile rota
- Track progress towards targets and work with the line management and project team to meet targets
- Compile daily reports and disseminate them to the Clinical Mentor
- Assist Clinical Mentor with the management of pharmacy arrangements, drug management, stock control and the ordering of commodities
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management to work in target driven setting
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
- Be a team player, maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
- Take ownership for driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as conferences, workshops, etc.
Required minimum education and training
- Relevant Nursing diploma or equivalent
- Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- Dispensing License (Preferable)
- NIMART registration
- PrEP training
- Code 10 License with PDP
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in managing HIV and/or TB
- Experience in sexual and reproductive health (particularly contraception and STI management), and HIV prevention and management
- Sound technical knowledge of SRH, PEP, PrEP and HIV prevention
Desirable experience or ability
- Experience working with young people and strengthening youth-friendly services
- Working at the community level, and mobile service provision
- Knowledge of district health structures
- Experience working in a donor-funded organization/NGO or project-based environment
- Desirable to have experience working with schools and institutions of higher learning
- Knowledge of clinical systems and data management
- Self-motivated, pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
- Able to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlines and targets
- Able to speak other African languages
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 05 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.
Main purpose of the job
- The main purpose of the professional nurse is to provide quality health services to young people
- Services focus on sexual and reproductive health, HIV prevention including PrEP and HIV testing services, and screening for gender-based violence, together with the management of minor ailments – as part of the Integrated School Health Programme
- The incumbent will support the achievement of the School HIV and GBV prevention programme’s targets and to this end, engage in ongoing quality improvement activities to ensure integrated, comprehensive services are rendered from community-based mobiles services, with a focus on adolescent girls and young women and at-risk young people
Location
- Wits RHI - Kwazulu Natal (KCD/Ugu)
Key performance areas
- Screen clients for HIV in all services provided at the mobile clinic
- Initiate PrEP and monitor and manage clients according to DOH guidelines
- Ensure blood results are followed and appropriately managed
- Screen for TB, non-communicable diseases, gender-based and intimate partner violence and ensure appropriate referral after review
- Screen, diagnose and manage STIs and minor ailments as per PHC guidelines
- Manage referrals for HIV-positive clients for ART and other services not provided as part of the project’s package of care
- Provide contraceptive services for female clients
- Supervise lay HIV testing counselors and support outreach staff in reaching out to clients who miss appointments
- Assist the Clinical Mentor with the development of standard operation procedures, processes, and tools to support effective service delivery from the mobile clinic, including, for example, referral systems, infection control measures and the mobile rota
- Track progress towards targets and work with the line management and project team to meet targets
- Compile daily reports and disseminate them to the Clinical Mentor
- Assist Clinical Mentor with the management of pharmacy arrangements, drug management, stock control and the ordering of commodities
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management to work in target driven setting
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
- Be a team player, maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
- Take ownership for driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as conferences, workshops, etc.
Required minimum education and training
- Relevant Nursing diploma or equivalent
- Registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
- Dispensing License (Preferable)
- NIMART registration
- PrEP training
- Code 10 License with PDP
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in managing HIV and/or TB
- Experience in sexual and reproductive health (particularly contraception and STI management), and HIV prevention and management
- Sound technical knowledge of SRH, PEP, PrEP and HIV prevention
Desirable experience or ability
- Experience working with young people and strengthening youth-friendly services
- Working at the community level, and mobile service provision
- Knowledge of district health structures
- Experience working in a donor-funded organization/NGO or project-based environment
- Desirable to have experience working with schools and institutions of higher learning
- Knowledge of clinical systems and data management
- Self-motivated, pro-active, able to exercise discretion and independent decision-making
- Able to prioritize own workload and work towards deadlines and targets
- Able to speak other African languages
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 05 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Requirements
- Must be a senior candidate with 5+ years’ experience. Technology expertise utilising Java, Spring Frontend with Angular/React etc. or AWS stack
- 3 Years IT related degree (mandatory)
- Post-graduate qualification (advantageous)
- AWS Cloud certification (advantageous)
- Relevant technical certifications combined with 4+ years application development experience (Java, Python,
- Android, SQL)
Key Performance
- Proactively ensure adherence to all IT Governance Frameworks including policies, procedures, processes and standards.
- Identify and implement suitable solutions to new and existing business requirements (changes and projects) aligned to best practise and standards relevant to the Senior Software Developer portfolio.
- Ensure that work estimates, updates and feedback are produced in a timely manner and aligned to the agreed communications plan for all relevant stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with IT and portfolio stakeholders to define and implement a continuous improvement plan, drive collaboration within the organisation and provide consistent customer support.
- Effectively manage and develop self to deliver on agreed individual and team objectives.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Requirements
- Matric, B Degree in a Property related field.
- Must hold a valid fidelity fund certificate and satisfy the requirements as set out by the EAAB and current legislation for the position.
- Min 3 years in a commercial leasing environment.
- Staff management experience.
- Lease negotiation.
- Dealing with national tenants.
- Experience in a more generalist property/portfolio management position will be considered.
Main purpose / objective of the position:
- To negotiate and agree terms and conditions of proposals to lease premises within specified parameters and conclude terms of standard lease agreements.
- To satisfy needs of tenants whilst not compromising company position.
- Reduce vacancies and run with new deals
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure all renewals and new leases are timeously negotiated and professionally compiled, within Company/Client process/policy.
- Ensure leases are accurately prepared and signed off.
- Responsible for producing accurate status reports.
- Responsible for other leasing tasks or as directed from time to time.
- Maintain positive relationships with all tenants and brokers.
- Compile and distribute vacancy schedule to all brokers on a monthly basis.
- Attend to prospective tenants/brokers, showing space.
- Maintain and grow broker relationships/Database.
- Leasing strategy formulated.
- Preparation of and managing of Income budget.
- Tenant files kept up to date with relevant correspondence.
- Offer support to as and when required.
- Meet deadlines
- Provide input into monthly reports,
- Compile monthly variance reporting and forecast reporting.
- Implement a process to ensure outstanding leases and FICA documentation from tenants are followed up and if not received within a timeframe to escalate for assistance.
- Compile accurate annual budgets.
- Retention of tenants as well as minimum to zero vacancies within the portfolio
- Tender application
- Frequent TI meetings to ensure achieving BO dates
- Monthly Pre-billing report checks and sign off
- TI schedule compilation and updates
- Commission check monthly prior to sign off by client
- Check motivations and sign off for client approval
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Background
The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges.
It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health and vaccinology. This is done through pioneering, multi-disciplinary research; responsive technical support and innovation in health services; and evidence-based policy development and advocacy with national, regional and global stakeholders.
Main purpose of the job
- To implement pharmaceutical services as per protocols for clinical research studies conducted at Wits RHI research site
- To oversee and advise on pharmacy services for the Sisonke sites in South Africa
Location
- 22 Esselen street – Shandukani Research Centre, Braamfontein - Johannesburg
Key performance areas
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Comply with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
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Implement and maintain study-specific procedures according to regulatory requirements and protocol for all relevant studies at the site
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Assist in setup of compliant pharmacy services at Sisonke trial sites, in person, on calls or via email
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Perform periodic oversight of pharmacy services at trial sites and issue reports accordingly
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Compile and revise study or pharmacy related SOPs
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Train staff at Wits RHI and affiliated Sisonke sites on protocol and study specific SOPs
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Maintain study documentation
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Conduct internal and organization-wide monitoring and quality assurance
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Identify any regulatory issues and bring it to the attention of the Project Manager and Principal Investigator
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Prepare for any monitoring or auditing visits from regulatory authorities or sponsors
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Periodic review of all pharmacy SOP’s and quality management plan
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Manage general housekeeping of the Pharmacy and Clean Room according to infection control standards
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Advise on general housekeeping of affiliated Sisonke sites
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Interpret prescriptions and dispense drugs according to the protocol
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Advise participants on the correct use of or adherence to drugs
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Maintain drug accountability records for all drugs
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Conduct stock control to ensure the correct availability of stock levels and expiry of drugs
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Administer, process and file relevant documentation
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Order medicines (scheduled, cold chain, investigational and concomitant) from suppliers to ensure sufficient stock
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Ensure appropriate destruction of all expired and quarantined drugs
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Maintain appropriate storage conditions
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Respond to temperature excursions and call outs, as necessary
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Manage importation of Sisonke study products and related supplies
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Manage bulk orders and distribute stock to affiliated Sisonke sites as required
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Track stock levels at affiliated Sisonke sites to ensure uninterrupted implementation of the trial
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Oversight of study product management at affiliated Sisonke
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Setup and compile required files and SOPs for new studies
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Compile periodic drug accountability reports and study specific reports as and when required
- Complete Pharmacy CRFs and file accordingly
- Maintain and file all relevant pharmacy specific participant documentation
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
- Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
- Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops etc.
- Comply with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Protocol requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Verify accuracy of data in source documentation and accuracy of transcription from source data Case Report Forms (CRF) as needed
- Ensure errors on source documents e.g., CRF’s are corrected, initialled, and dated
- Support the timely transmission/data faxing of relevant Case Report Forms following QC activity (as needed)
- Ensure completion of corrective action of internal and external QC reports and monitoring reviews
- Assist with staff training (and retraining) where error trends are identified
Required minimum education and training
- Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- A certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- A valid driver’s license will be an advantage
- Good administration skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Self-starter and take initiative
- Patient, tactful and empathetic towards participants
- Attention to detail
- Exceptional organizational and administrative skills are required together with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Required minimum work experience
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience (Clinical trial or Research Environment)
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 01 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.
Main purpose of the job
- To collect clinical data and samples from patients at various designated clinical and hospital sites for surveillance and operational research under programmes that fall within the hospital-based surveillance, in the face of the COVID19 pandemic
Location
- Johannesburg
Key performance areas
- Rapidly identify surveillance cases by close liaison with clinicians and laboratory personnel, daily review of all new admissions, and by using other methods that are in place for that site
- Obtain informed consent and interview patients, clinicians, and relatives to fulfill ethical requirements and ensure the reliability of data
- Complete case report forms by interview and/or record review and submit timeously
- Take/ collect relevant specimens (nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, nasal and stool swabs, and venepuncture) from patients for laboratory testing as per protocol
- Monitor the progress and outcome of patients in and out of the hospital to ensure accurate data collection and recording
- Produce weekly stats reports
- File surveillance and research records on-site after data collection, according to the relevant protocol
- Actively participate in and contribute to surveillance-related activities
- Must be willing to travel between the various sites and do patient home visits
- Assist to obtain permission and ethics approval for surveillance and research activities in the region
- Perform tasks assigned by the line manager, related to NICD surveillance and research and assisting with hospital screening and specimen-taking
Required minimum education and training
- 3 or 4-year Diploma in Nursing
- SANC registration as a Professional Nurse/Registered Nurse or Registered as a Staff Nurse is Essential
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures
- HIV counseling and testing certificate will be advantageous
- Must have strong management skills, with experience in managing conflict
- Organized, thorough and accurate approach to work
- Resilient with demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Above average computer skills, particularly in MS Excel, MS Access, MS Outlook and MS Word
- Valid Driver’s License (Manual) is desirable
Required minimum work experience
- Three years’ clinical work experience, post-qualification
- Two years in clinical research would be advantageous with at least two years’ experience in oropharyngeal/nasopharyngeal specimen taking and venipuncture
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 04 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Background
Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health Sciences. WHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectives. In addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to the Academics conducting these activities in order to assist with the management thereof.
Main purpose of the job
- To provide support and reception services to the hospital
Location
- Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre - Parktown, Johannesburg
Key performance areas
- To answer the telephone immediately, screen and divert to appropriate individuals
- Take messages comprehensively and deliver them to the relevant person
- Ensure the reception area is always kept neat and tidy
- Sign in and issue visitors and contract workers with a visitor badge and signed out at the time of departure
- To accurately communicate hospital-related information to internal or external callers
- Complete and keep weekend, after-hour, and on-call lists up to date and personnel trunk calls over weekends are recorded
- Ensure Patient and doctor related services and general hospital information are updated and available
- Update and print patient alphabetical lists and distribute them to other front-line service departments
- Keep telephone lists or schedules up to date and complete with speed dials, telephone numbers and page numbers of doctors, staff, page-holders, and on-call personnel
- Provide assistance with office-related administrative tasks as the need arises
- Test all hospital alarm systems daily and monitor emergency door alarm
- Keep the alarm and emergency standby lists accurate and up to date
- Complete relevant logbook following an alarm
- Comply with emergency telephone protocol following an emergency call
- Follow hospital emergency procedures and keep all relevant parties are informed and coordinated according to policy and procedures
- Follow the admission process and administer as per policy and procedure
- Ensure relevant admission documents are obtained, processed (signed) and filed as per specifications
- Relevant financial information is provided to the patient
- Ensure patients are informed of relevant hospital policy (e.g. telephone usage, visiting hours)
- Relevant reports are utilized as per the Patient Administration System Manual
Required minimum education and training
- Grade 12
- Preferably a qualification in Office Administration, or similar
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
- Proficiency in English
- Telephone etiquette principles
- Computer literacy - MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Professional style of communication, applicable to both external and internal clients
- Displays integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Works cooperatively with others to achieve team goals, dealing with differences constructively
- Carefully listens to others and clarifies understanding
- Client-centric
- Able to plan and prioritize and be adaptable
Required minimum work experience
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2 years’ experience in a receptionist role
TO APPLY
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- The closing date for all applications is 01 March 2021.
- Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Please note that AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.
Experience / Education:
- Experience / Education: EAAB Fidelity Fund Certificate (NQF5 qualification).
- Advanced business knowledge, especially in the commercial & industrial property industry and associated financial markets backed-up by at least 10 years retail experience.
- Experience in managing people is recommended. Strong financial background.
- Although a minimum of Grade 12 is required, a business degree would be a strong recommendation.
Main purpose / objective of the position:
- Main purpose / objective of the position:
- To plan, direct, coordinate and budget, either personally or through subordinate personnel, all activities concerned with the Property Management process in order to optimise the Company's profit, including the establishment and development of new markets in order to add value to the portfolio and/or the Company and improve the long term profitability of properties / shopping centres under management through revamps and/or expansions.
- To improve the well-being of the property industry by involvement in local and national committees and forums.
- To fulfill the Company's obligation towards social responsibility by being involved in the local community's activities and public relations in general.
- To establish the Company as Retail experts in the market.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Experience / Education:
- Advanced business knowledge, especially in the property industry and associated financial markets backed-up by at least 10 years property management experience.
- Experience in managing people is essential.
- A Tertiary qualification at a minimum is required with a post graduate qualification a strong recommendation.
Main purpose / objective of the position:
- Management of staff in the business stream.
- Facilitating the property management process in selected buildings and centres.
- Optimizing the Company's profit.
- Establish and develop new markets in order to add value to the portfolio and/or the Company.
- Improve the long term profitability of shopping centres through revamps and/or expansions.
- Improve the well-being of the property industry by involvement in local and national committees and forums.
- Fulfil the Company's obligation towards social responsibility by being involved in the local community's activities and public relations in general.
- Establish the Company as experts in the market.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
Experience / Education:
- Chartered Accountant (SA) with 3 years articles and 8 years relevant experience.
- Experience in property management or REIT industry preferable.
- Not required, but preferable if worked for a multinational organization, with strict and tight reporting deadlines.
- Experience in managing a team of up to 7 direct line reports.
- Managed annual turnover in excess of R500m
Main purpose / objective of the position:
- To ensure the full financial function operates efficiently and effectively, including but not limited to budgeting, management and statutory accounting and reporting, internal and external audit, risk management, treasury, all company and employee taxation and funding requirements, forecasting and other duties as such a position would require to fulfil.
- To be a member of the Exco to provide guidance and leadership to the company
- To continually look to enhance the IT function of the Company in respect to Finance and to continually improve the Company’s internal controls.
- To ensure that finance is seen as a value adding business partner.
- To develop Finance's influence in the making of business decisions.
- To oversee and manage all aspects of the Financial Department.
TO APPLY:
- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV - Please Apply Online
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Please note AJ Personnel is responsible for the recruitment process.
- Our client may expire jobs at their own discretion.
- AJ PERSONNEL will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
- In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
- If you have not received a response within two (2) weeks from applying, your application was most likely unsuccessful
