Jhpiego Research Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

Jhpiego Research Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

Overview

The Needle-Free Tropis Device for Polio Vaccination Project, titled "Evaluating the impact of an Intradermal Needle-free Delivery Device on a Polio Routine Immunization Program," is a collaborative effort between Jhpiego Nigeria, Sydani Group, PATH and the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA), with funding from USAID Washington through Pharmajet.

The project aims to implement the use of needle-free Tropis devices for the administration of polio vaccinations in Oyo and Kano States. This is a stratified-pair, cluster randomized study.

The objective is to evaluate the impact of this new technology on the efficiency, coverage, programmatic feasibility and sustainability for the introduction of Tropis IPV delivery into the Nigerian Expanded Immunization program, while reducing the risks associated with needle-based injections.

We therefore seek to recruit individuals to support the implementation of the study in 26 intervention and control facilities across three Local Government Areas (Atiba, Ibadan North, and Iseyin) in Oyo State

Duration: 6 months (Periodic engagement)

Number required:12

Location: Oyo State

Responsibilities:

We are seeking diligent and detail-oriented Research Assistants to support data collection activities for a research project in Atiba, Iseyin, and Ibadan North LGAs of Oyo State. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting various data collection activities including household surveys, caregiver interviews, healthcare worker interviews, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, time-motion studies. Data will be collected electronically using ODK/REDCap.

Assist with the recruitment and enrolment of study participants

Identify, recruit and obtain consent from study participants in line with the research protocol,ensuring adherence to the study inclusion and exclusion criteria

Conduct data collection activities in compliance with study protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and data quality control procedures.

Conduct structured observations of providers in intervention sites to collect costing data.

Collect data on acceptability and feasibility of Tropis for ID fIPV administration in the routine immunization program in Nigeria through surveys, qualitative interviews and focus group discussions with caregivers, healthcare workers and other stakeholders at facility and community levels

Review the quality, accuracy and completeness of data collected with RA supervisor, including timely and accurate data entry, verification and validation within specified timeframe and prior to transmitting to the study servers.

Ensure confidentiality and data security, including safeguarding research equipment and data capturing devices

Document and report any deviations

from the protocol or ethical issues that arise during data collection

Participate in study-specific and Tropis device-specific training as required

Participate in field pilot testing of data collection tools at selected sites in Oyo State

Attend team meetings and participate in capacity building sessions.

Assist with the coordination of logistics and inventory of supplies of Tropis device and related equipment

Complete and submit all weekly and monthly progress reports, including data collection tools and completed instruments used during the engagement

SALARY RANGE: N12,000 per day (inclusive of transportation and communication)

Requirements:

OND, NCE, HND, Bachelor's degree or any other post-secondary school qualification in a health-related field, social sciences, or a related field

At least 1 year of experience in research project data collection

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Familiarity with electronic data collection tools such as ODK and REDCap is an advantage

Ability to work independently and as part of a team,

Must be resident in the study LGAs in Oyo state, this is a prerequisite

Knowledge of polio immunization programs in Nigeria is an added advantage

Must possess strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Reside in the study LGAs (Atiba, Ibadan North or Iseyin) in Oyo State and should be willing to work in these LGAs

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Jhpiego Research Assistant Jobs in Nigeria

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