Kamuzu University of Health Sciences

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Program Summary

The Learning Centre for Quality Management (LCQM) is a Centre of Excellence at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS). As a regional hub for excellence, the LCQM is dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems across Southern Africa. With a focus on enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery, the Centre promotes evidence-based practices through capacity building, research, and knowledge management.

Collaborating with local and international partners, the LCQM fosters a sustainable, people centred approach to healthcare, addressing critical challenges within health systems and driving impactful solutions across the region.

With funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the LCQM is conducting research to evaluate the integration of health screening and chronic care services (HIV, NCDs, Mental Health, TB), alongside Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) services. This pilot initiative is being implemented in selected facilities in Rumphi and Nkhotakota by the Ministry of Health and its partners.

To achieve these, LQCM Project is inviting suitably and qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions:

Research Assistant [Qualitative] – 3 Positions

Department : Learning Centre Research Unit

Responsible to : Study Coordinator

Type of contract : 2 year-fixed Contract

Location : Rumphi or Nkhotakota

Role Overview

The Qualitative Research Assistant (QRA) will be responsible for data collection and transcription of qualitative data in line with the study protocols and support implementation of study activities. This role will ensure integrity of all data collected, support data management and analysis, support implementation and reporting of study activities. The QRA will work collaboratively with the study coordinator, national and district government officials, partners, facilities and communities to ensure effective implementation of study activities.

Key Responsibilities

Keep the study a priority and always informed.
Obtain informed consent and enroll participants into the study.
Collect accurate data and complete study documentation according to the protocol • Conduct data transcription and management.
Support qualitative data analysis.
Collaborate with the Study Coordinators in planning, implementing, data cleaning, and reporting field activities.
Participate in community engagement.
Ensure adequate and proper use of resources.
Identify knowledge and skill gaps and plan effectively for training.
Maintain an amicable working relationship and clear communications with government officials, participants, and local community residents.
Perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by field lead.

Job Requirements

Master’s degree in social science or related field.
Minimum of 2-3 years of qualitative research experience.
Demonstrated experience with data collection, data quality assurance, transcription, and qualitative analysis.

Other Competencies:

Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and confidentiality.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their applications including a cover letter, copies of relevant certificates and CV with names, emails, and contact of professional referees to:

The Registrar

Kamuzu University of Health Sciences,

Mahatma Gandhi Road Campus,

P/Bag 360,

Chichiri,

Blantyre 3.

Or email to: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw

Indicate position applied for on the envelope for hard copy applications and indicate the same in the subject line of your email for electronic submissions. Applications should reach the Registrar not later than 21st January 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Reference check shall be conducted to successful candidates.