Job Opening: Short Term Assignment - Research Assistants

Background

PATH’s Diabetes CarePak Project is all about making diabetes care easier and safer with a bundle of essential supplies that help with insulin administration and self-care.

Phase 3 of the project involves a randomized study to see how the Diabetes CarePak impacts health and costs for people with diabetes in 16 Tanzanian districts. Here’s where it’ll happen: Mbarali DC, Chunya DC, Kyela DC, Mbeya DC (Mbalizi), Mafinga DC, Iringa MC, Vwawa DC, Kwimba DC, Misungwi DC, Chato DC, Tarime TC, Maswa DC, Bariadi TC, Tabora MC, Shinyanga MC, and Songea MC. The study will run for six months, starting in July 2024.

This work will involve up to 500 interviews with individuals at selected facilities. Half of these places will receive the CarePak monthly for six months (the "intervention" group), while the other half will continue their usual care (the "control" group). Interviews will include questions about life quality and other health aspects. PATH will provide guidelines, tools, and data submission instructions.

Main Responsibilities

  • Master study materials: Understand the questionnaires and procedures fully.
  • Interview skills: Show effective, clear, and respectful interviewing skills.
  • Informed consent: Get consent from participants following the provided guidelines.
  • Conduct interviews: Use tablet computers for audio-recorded interviews in English and Swahili, staying true to the survey’s structure.
  • Maintain confidentiality: Follow all confidentiality protocols during and after interviews.
  • Data uploads: Upload daily interview data and report any issues to the PATH Coordinator.
  • Transcription: Translate and transcribe audio interviews.
  • Communication: Inform PATH staff and participants about any delays.
  • Professionalism: Show respect and integrity toward participants and the community.

Work Period

This is a short-term role expected to last one month, from January 2025 to February 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Diploma in nursing, clinical medicine, social work, statistics, or a similar field.
  • Experience with qualitative interviews and research data collection.
  • Comfortable using tablets or mobile devices for surveys (Kobo Collect, ODK Collect, Survey CTO).
  • Fluent in both Swahili and English.
  • Strong organization and reliability in following study guidelines.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a friendly and approachable attitude.
  • Must be available for all training and data collection periods.
  • Applicants should live in the district they are applying for.
  • Women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 19th November 2024
How to Apply: Send your application to tztempjobs@path.org. Make sure to include the district you're applying for in the subject line.