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Research Midwife

CeSHHAR Zimbabwe

DUE: 21 APR 2023

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the above post.

The Research Midwife will join a range of studies under the Climate and Health Department at CeSHHAR Zimbabwe.

DUTIES
The specific duties include the following:

Perform systematic observations in maternity wards.
Conduct ethnographic observations and informal conversations in maternity and neonatal settings.
Conduct qualitative interviews in clinical and non-clinical settings.
Identify and enroll pregnant women for various studies.
Provide guidance on clinical issues/ practice relevant to the research projects.
Provide mentorship and coaching of other study team members on clinical ethics.
Any other duties assigned by the project Principal Investigator (PI).
Ensure cordial relations between the study team and health care workers at the performance sites.
Review and assess feasibility of study protocols developed in the department.
Maintain accurate and up to date records on agreed deliverables.
Reviewing and analysing data during the project.
Assisting in ensuring efficient and timely analysis of results.
Provide regular fieldwork updates to the Research Officer.
Attend scheduled project meetings.

REQUIREMENTS
Diploma / BSc in General Nursing.
A registered general nurse with a Diploma in midwifery or equivalent post qualification training.
Valid practising certificate.
At least 3 years proven clinical and research experience.
Good Clinical Practice in Research Training
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, especially in the areas of managing clients
Effective verbal and written communications.
Good knowledge on use of Microsoft word, excel and power point.
Good interpersonal communication skills and having high respect for confidentiality.

TO APPLY
Step1:  Click Here To Complete the Application Form
Step 2: Then Submit your CV and application cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager and send to vacancies@ceshhar.co.zw

NB Indicate the position and duty station you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.