Jobs
Career Opportunities at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, February 18th 2016
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation
(KNCV) is the principal international non-profit organization
exclusively dedicated to fighting tuberculosis (TB) worldwide and to
strengthening health systems against TB, globally and locally.
KNCV is
an international center of expertise for TB control that stimulates
effective, efficient and sustainable tuberculosis control strategies in
national and international contexts. We are an organization of
passionate TB professionals; this includes doctors, researchers,
training experts, nurses and epidemiologists.
Job Title: IT/Data Manager
Qualifications/Experience:
At
least an MSc in statistics, information technology, informatics,
computer science or mathematics to oversee data collection and data
management for a TB Inventory study. Successful applicant should have a
thorough understanding of statistics, sampling and survey methodology.
Applicants need to have demonstrated experience in merging and appending
of data bases: ideally to include probabilistic (fuzzy) and
deterministic matching for database de-duplication, Demonstrated
experience in data management software such as MS ACCESS, Epi Data, Link
Plus, etc. is a must, as well as a solid understanding of TB
surveillance and quarterly reporting. Knowledge, of management of
missing data is important and knowledge of GIS software is desirable.
Proficiency in English and another Nigerian languafile is necessary.
Job Responsibilities:
The IT/Data manager will be responsible for verifying the accuracy of public and private data source sampling frames, and
developing
a sound method of digitizing paper-based records. He/she' will develop
data cleaning SOPs, train and supervise data entry staff, perform
multiple probabilistic and deterministic matches to compare official
surveillance data with facility-based data, with the ultimate aim of
quantifying the extent of under- and over-reporting of TB notifications
at the facility, LGA and sector level. Willingness to work with TB staff
and spend 25% of time in the field for data collection is a must.
Job Title: Clinical Coordinator (PI)
Qualifications/Experience:
Clinical
Study Coordinator (PI) with a medical degree and either public health
or lab/microbiological training, to lead the implementation of a TB
Inventory study. Comprehensive knowledge of the public and private
health system and TB/HIV diagnostic and treatment services in Lagos
required. Successful applicants should have >2 years of experience
leading health-related research. Proven understanding of TB pathology,
diagnostic procedures, algorithms, screening practices, treatment, risk
factors, TB/HIV epidemiology, and biostatistics. Proficiency in English
and another Nigerian language is mandatory.
Job Responsibilities:
Engage
private sector leadership to understand and support the study; oversee
training for recording and reporting in line with national guidelines;
manage the ethical review process, coordinate all field procedures
including. ensuring consent, data collection, digitalization,
interviewer standardization; SOPs development; coordination with local
TB and HIV stakeholders; reviewing raw clinical data to ID issues missed
by others; represent study team at key meetings; communicate regularly
with
staff in-country and in the central office. Willingness to spend >25% of the time in the field is a must.
Job Title: Statistician/Epidemiologist
Qualifications/Experience:
Seeking
a Statistician/Epidemiologist to develop and implement a statistical
analysis plan in coordination with in-country and international staff
for a TB Inventory study. The applicant should have a PhD in Statistics,
Epidemiology or Mathematics and have a demonstrated competence in
(bio)statistics, survey methodology, sampling, etc. The applicant should
be familiar with TB/HIV epidemiology, and competent in software such as
MS ACCESS, Epi Data, Link Plus, STATA, R+, SPSS, etc. Knowledge of GIS
is desirable, while demonstrated proficiency in English and another
Nigerian language is necessary.
Job Responsibilities:
Calculate
sampling error, design effect, and develop a method of inferring
under-reporting at the state and LGA level. He/she will calculate
completeness and matching rates, and conduct interim analyses to detect
and correct inconsistencies and errors, flagging them to study staff.
The Statistician/Epidemiologist will conduct statistical analyses
presenting data in tables, graphs and models as part of study reports
for local stakeholders, national and international audiences.
How to Apply
If you are interested in any of the 3 local short term vacancies,
write your letter of interest with CV
to
[email protected] stating the position you are applying for as the subject of the mail.
Application Deadline: 29th, February 2016
