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Counselors
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Nursing Officer
Organization: MRC/UVRI
Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS
Location: Masaka, Uganda
Background Information
The MRC/UVRI Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS was established
following a request in 1988 from the Uganda Government to the British
Government for collaboration on the research of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency
Virus) infection and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency.
The Unit is a center of
excellence in HIV/AIDS related research. It conducts large-scale epidemiological
and intervention studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research
and behavioral studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research
and behavioral studies, and has generated a wealth of research results that
have been used to inform policy and practice, and that have led to a large
number of scientific publications in peer reviewed journals over time. The Unit
is based at Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe.
MRC/UVRI is seeking keen, experienced and suitably qualified
Ugandans to join a team of dedicated clinical and research staff working on the
IPM 027 trial “A multicentre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled safety
and efficacy trial of a dapivirine vaginal matrix ring in healthy HIV-negative
women”.
All positions will be based at the Unit’s Field station in Masaka.
Terms: These positions will be remunerated according to the
Ugandan MRC/UVRI Unit salary scales. The initial appointments will be for a
period of up to 1 year with a possibility of extension based on performance and
availability of funds.
Start date: As soon as possible
Post: Counselors (02 positions)
Reports to: Scientist
Position Objective:
To provide
high quality counseling for study participants and VCT in study communities with
the aim of reducing the risk of HIV infection and transmission.
Key roles and responsibilities;
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Counselling (Pre and Post Testing) Sessions
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HIV/AIDS education to community
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Community mobilisation for VCT and existing
trials/Studies Promotion of condom use and other HIV prevention services.
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Secure relevant counselling records safely.
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Provide continuous risk reduction counselling
to study volunteers
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Collect data on uptake of counselling
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Provide crisis management, whenever needed
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Keep participants results confidentially in a
secure place
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Refer VCT clients where necessary.
Qualifications
and experience:
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Minimum of a diploma in SWASA, Development studies
or a related field.
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Must Have a certificate in Counseling from a recognized
institution
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At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role
in a recognized health or research organization
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Good interpersonal/communications skills.
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Fluency in verbal and written English and
Luganda.
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Highly organized, detail-oriented and
self-motivated.
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Ability to ride a motorcycle will be an added advantage.
Post: Nursing Officer (2 positions)
Reports to: Scientist.
Job Purpose:
Provision
of study information and obtaining informed consent, collection of clinical and
non-clinical data and performance of other study related nursing roles.
Key roles and responsibilities;
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Provide study information to participants and
obtain informed consent
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Completion and maintenance of screening and enrolment
logs.
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Participate in data collection through
administration of study questionnaires.
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Carry out medical procedures related to the
clinical trial.
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Report adverse events to study physicians.
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Review and update clinic supplies and make requisitions
appropriately.
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Track participants by phone or through field
workers to ensure attendance of study visits.
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Offer appropriate health education and
counseling to patients and their attendants.
Qualifications
and experience:
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Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery or comprehensive
nursing.
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Training in public health, research methods,
ICH/GCP is desirable but not essential
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Registration with Uganda Nurses and Midwifery Council.
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A minimum of 3 years working experience in a
clinical setting.
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Experience in working in a research setting is
an added advantage
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Certificate in HIV/AIDS counseling and testing
and ICP/GCP training is added advantage.
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Fluency in English and Luganda.
How to apply:
Applications
including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus
telephone contact details of three (3) referees should either be addressed to:
The Human
Resources Manager,
MRC/UVRI
Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Uganda
Virus Research Institute
P. O. Box
49,
Entebbe
Or sent by
email: mrc@mrcuganda.org
Only short
listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Closing date: 05:00pm
16th October 2013.
