Researcher / Associate Researcher (1 Year Contract)

6 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

We are looking for a Researcher or Associate Researcher for a 1-year contract who will be based in Johannesburg.

**Duties**:
¿ Coordinate site visits, research activities and community and stakeholder engagement meetings

¿ Co-ordinate all the project team meetings and take minutes

¿ Organize all administrative processes and logistics

¿ Engage actively in community and stakeholder engagement meetings

¿ Engage in and take notes during the focus group discussions and ensure that all interviews are transcribed

¿ Contact, liaise and ensure regular communication with key community representatives and public sector stakeholders

¿ Undertake analysis of interviews

¿ Undertake evidence mapping review

¿ Draft reports

**Requirements, work experience and qualifications**:
¿ Relevant Master’s degree (public health, social work, sociology, political science, development studies)

¿ At least 3 years of project management experience in research

¿ Evidence of strong qualitative research skills, knowledge of qualitative research methods, primary health care, health systems and policy and experience in facilitating community and stakeholder engagement would be an advantage

¿ In the case of the researcher, suitable applicants should have at least three (3) publications in accredited journals. No articles are required for an Associate Researcher

¿ Excellent project management skills

¿ Ability to pay attention to detail

¿ Good writing and conceptual skills

¿ Good verbal communication skills

¿ Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team

¿ Highly motivated
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How To Apply

Closing Date: 13 November 2024

**To apply**:

- A covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for this particular position
- A detailed CV, including contact details
- Certified copies of degrees/diplomas
- SA ID (or passport and permit)
- A driving license is also required

**Enquiries only**:

- The University is committed to employment equity, and as a result, preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. _- Minimum Salary
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