Nafasi za Kazi Ifakara Health Institute

Jamii Opportunities · 2019-11-11T09:00:50+00:00

Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading research organization in Africa with a strong track record in developing, testing and validating innovations for health. Driven by a core strategic mandate for research, training and services, the Institute’s work now spans a wide spectrum, covering biomedical and ecological sciences, intervention studies, health-systems research and policy translation. 1. Motor Vehicle Mechanic (1 post) Position Summary IHI is looking for a Motor Vehicle Mechanic to fill a vacant position in our workshop in the Bagamoyo branch. S/he must be specialized in servicing and repairing all motor vehicle systems. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure that the particular institution garage and its fleet is well maintained at a high standard, with strict adherence to relevant institutional policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations. Ensure all institutional vehicles and Motorcycles are well serviced at the right time, right intervals and at high standards as per vehicle/cycle manufactures specifications. Conduct inspection of motor vehicles and motor cycles brought at the garage by identifying reported faults as well as other unreported problems/faults and rectify them. Upon completion of service of assigned vehicle or motorcycle must report to supervisor for a road test of serviced vehicle/cycle before authorizing hand over of vehicle/cycle to the end-user. Ensure all spare parts issued during maintenance/repairs are fixed in vehicles and motorcycles as requested/recommended in a professional way. Ensure records of service done are properly recorded and updated as reference records. Use tools available at the garage in diagnosing and identify electrical and mechanical faults Ensure maintenance records for repairs/maintenance carried out at the institutional garage are captured and reported to the line manager. Ensure the Institution’s fleet operates at optimal cost without compromising the quality of the service provided at the garage. Ensure workshop tolls and working area is always tidy and free from oiling and greasing contamination. Perform any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor. Qualification and Experience Must have completed at least an Ordinary Level of Secondary Education (Form Four). Must be a motor vehicle mechanic Technician with knowledge of Trade Test Grade I or II certificates from VETA. Three year and above work experience as Mechanic in a reputable garage or company in General Mechanics Work and Auto Mechanics. Skills and Competencies Be able to rectify electric faults in various vehicle models like; Toyota, Nissan, Ford Ranger, Freelander, and Suzuki. Must be conversant with all mechanical and electrical issues to common vehicles models e.g. TOYOTA L/C HARD TOP, NISSAN, SUZUKI, FREELANDER, and FORD-RANGER. Must be computer literate, with basic knowledge in Microsoft Office applications. Must demonstrate high integrity in his/her area of responsibility. Competence at work and high capacity in reasoning when facing Pressure in Technical problems. Team player. Must be conversant with basic forms. Must be able to speak and read Swahili and English language. Must be good in keeping records of any work done or spare part fixed in Motor vehicles / Motor Cycles at the garage. Remuneration An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to a successful candidate as per IHI salary scales. Equal Opportunity IHI is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit intentional biases or discrimination and harassment of any kind at the work place and during recruitment. All employment decisions are based solely on job requirements and individual qualifications, and our recruitment process is governed by the labour laws of Tanzania. Mode of Application All candidates who meet the above job requirements should send their application letters together with their detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) showing contact addresses including email, telephone/cell phone numbers and copies of academic and professional certificates to the address below. The deadline for this application is 1700hrs, November 22 2019. All e-mail application subject lines should read: MECHANIC. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. Human Resources Manager, Ifakara Health Institute, Kiko Avenue, Mikocheni, P.O Box 78373, Dar es Salaam Email: recruitment@ihi.or.tz 2. Nurses (2 posts) Position Summary IHI is looking for two Nurses to fill vacant positions in a project titled ‘Identifying most effective Treatment Strategies to Control Arterial Hypertension in sub-Saharan Africa – A Randomized Controlled Trial’ (coArtHA). CoArtHA is a randomized controlled 2-center clinical trial aiming to evaluate the best arterial hypertension treatment strategy among people with African descent. The study will aim to compare two combination treatment strategies with the WHO standard aiming at rapid control of arterial hypertension: a dual combination of a CCB and an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) starting at half dose), and a triple combination of CCB, TZD and ARB starting at a quarter dose with optional dose titration after 4 and 8 weeks, if target blood pressure is not reached. Duties and Responsibilities Take vital signs of People living with HIV (PLHIV) and hypertension patients, temperature, weight, and height/length, mid up circumference, etc. Identify very sick and handicapped patients when seeking services. Perform participant’s screening/recruitment for studies (assessing inclusion and exclusion criteria; explain nature of study; risks and benefits, informed consent); conduct interviews and maintain client records and case report forms. Counsel PLHIV and/or arterial hypertension about their conditions, HIV infection, about coArtHA trial, KIULARCO and/or other ongoing studies. Process and maintain patient documents and schedule appointments for patients. Provide support to clinical and research activities to ensure the protection, rights, safety, and well-being of the patients. Ensure all necessary medical and non-medical equipment needed such as stethoscope, BP machine, thermometer, balance, gloves, etc, are in good condition and available. Coordinate putting of all forms (CRF) such as baseline, follow up, biochemistry, haematology, x ray, sonography, lab follow up, transfer in/out, admission into clinician’s offices and also putting/replacing medical materials. Work in full agreement with the job descriptions; coArtHA trial, hospital and government (MOHSW) regulations. Provide health education and adherence counselling to PLHIV and/or hypertension patients who will be enrolled in coArHA trial. Work in a team and helping each other in creating a comfortable working atmosphere. Attend all compulsory meetings such as every Tuesday at CDCI and other IHI/hospital meetings according to their profession. Assist to plan, coordinate and support research activities organized by IHI and other partners. Train and supervise students from TTCIH, nursing schools, SFUCHAS and foreigners if required. Undertake any other tasks that the supervisor shall reasonably require from time to time. Qualification and Experience Certificate/Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution, registered. Prior experience working in clinical research is an added advantage. Skills and Competencies Ability to work under minimum supervision but also within a team. Good/Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to details. Adhere to IHI core values (Transparency, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Initiative). Interest in hypertension and HIV. Knowledge in Lab technologies. Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. Capable of building and sustaining relationships with senior professionals. Professional attitude to work and clear work ethics. Resulted oriented. Remuneration An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to a successful candidate as per IHI salary scales. Equal Opportunity IHI is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit intentional biases or discrimination and harassment of any kind at the workplace and during recruitment. All employment decisions are based solely on job requirements and individual qualifications, and our recruitment process is governed by the labour laws of Tanzania. Mode of Application All candidates who meet the above job requirements should send their application letters together with their detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) showing contact addresses including email, telephone/cell phone numbers and copies of academic and professional certificates to the address below. The deadline for this application is 1700hrs, November 22 2019. All e-mail application subject lines should read NURSE. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. Human Resources Manager, Ifakara Health Institute, Kiko Avenue, Mikocheni, P.O Box 78373, Dar es Salaam Email: recruitment@ihi.or.tz

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