mHealth Trial Study Retention Officers Jobs in Kenya

mHealth Trial Study Retention Officers Jobs in Kenya


Objective of this Position

To conduct study duties supporting participants for an RCT study of mothers and infants.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Describe the study to women attending MNCH and conduct screening with facility clients to assess interest in and eligibility for participation in the research study.

  • Recruit and enroll participants into the study and other related study procedures.

  • Input/Record data per approved Standard Operating Procedures in an electronic database using tablets; communicate with data manager to transfer records and maintain devices.

  • Respond to patient study questions and concerns when necessary and as per the SOP and referring participants to appropriate care as needed.

  • Maintain proper communication between study site and study coordinator

  • Maintain adequate supplies at the study sites (for example, study forms)

  • Ensure strict compliance with ethical requirements for conduct of research, privacy and confidentiality of study participants and their data including supporting the informed consent process.

  • Submit summaries of recruitment and enrolment to the study coordinator and suggest any improvements to the study flow as appropriate.

  • Provide support in active trading and retention of study participants in the study including home visits.

  • Attend regular meetings with the Study coordinator to discuss study progress and activities

  • Provide support for non-research activities at the facility.

  • Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

    Essential Requirements

  • Diploma/Degree in social work/Community Health/ counselling psychology or a related field

  • Familiar with Maternal and Child Health needs of the community

  • Experience working in the community

  • Interest in maternal, child and
    neonatal health

  • At least two years research experience

  • Excellent computer skills (Attach certificate)

  • Excellent use REDCAP for data collection

  • Held a previous position in Maternal and Child Health

  • Excellent communication skills: Must be able to communicate regularly with study coordinator via email and Zoom

  • Good organizational skills

  • Able to work with minimal supervision

  • Language skills: Fluency in English Kiswahili, must be fluent in LUO

  • Team player with ability to work closely with other study staff at the site

  • Flexibility in the job location and start period.

  • Ability to input data into Android Tablet.

  • Must have an up to date certificate in Human Subjects.

    How to Apply

    Applications must include the following:

  • Online application form

  • Complete CV with 3referees indicating their telephone contacts and e-mail contacts

  • Relevant certificates and testimonials

    If qualified for the above post, please send your CV and testimonials addressed to the Principal Investigator, CHVNeo study to the email: hvneo02@gmail.com by 12th December, 2022.

    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    For more information and job application details, see: mHealth Trial Study Retention Officers Jobs in Kenya

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