Collecting information on the prevalence of STIs across representative populations is essential to advocate, fund, plan, and implement interventions for STI prevention and control. This study will contribute data to describe the national STI epidemic in Zambia and regional STI epidemics in southern Africa. A cross-sectional population-based survey will be carried out in Chawama, a high-density urban setting in Zambia, to measure the prevalence of curable STIs 15–24-year-olds.

To support our wide range of research activities, we are looking for full time candidates to work as Research Assistants.

Research Assistant (04) – 6 Months Contract

Reporting to the Study Coordinator, the Research Assistant is responsible for identifying eligible participants; administering informed consent for study participants and ensuring that all study related activities are done in accordance with the study protocol. The Research assistant is tasked with the following.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Identify eligible participants for recruitment into the study.
• Obtain informed consent from the participants.
• Ensure that informed consent is duly administered consistent with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Administer the survey during enumeration period.
• Participate in community sensitization activities.
• Responsible for managing study activities in the community.
• work effective with other study team members.
• Ensure adherence to the SOPs.

Requirements

• Must be a grade twelve (12) certificate holder or more and at least 21 years and above.
• Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet).
• Good social communication skills.
• Must be a psycho-social/HIV testing counsellor.
• Be registered with Counselling Council of Zambia.
• Computer literacy and ability to use an electronic data capture device (tablet).
• Must have some knowledge on STI/HIV research.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience.
• Fluency in English, Bemba and Nyanja.
• Must be willing to work long hours.
• Knowledge of STI and HIV research.
• Experience in research.
• Good social communication skills.