Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, review and adhere to the study standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Sensitize the community/health facilities teams on the study- Provide health education on PMTCT, stigma, IPV, and CMD self-care to participants.
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and the community in consultation with the study coordinator.
• Screen and enroll study participants and Administer Informed Consent administration per study protocol.
• Administer study questionnaires as per protocol, accurately record the data and perform quality checks before submitting the data.
• Use the Decision Support Electronic Health Record (DSEHR) system to prioritize participant care and monitor participants’ progress throughout the study.
• Lead the multidisciplinary team (MDT) case reviews for study participants and keep the MDT team up to date on participant progress.
• Lead the Virtual Psychiatric review process for referred participants- by planning with the psychiatrist for the review of participants and presenting the case during the Virtual psychiatrist review.
• Provide support to mentor mothers to deliver PM+ intervention to participants as per study protocol.
• Interact with participants in accordance with ethical standards and guidelines for research involving human subjects. This includes safeguarding participants’ confidentiality, respecting their autonomy, and protecting their well-being
• Collaborate closely with other members of the research team-Psychiatric nurses, Mentor mothers, data team, principal investigators, health facility staff, and larger Kargeno-research Hub staff.
• Attend weekly study meetings and Prepare and share reports on the progress of the intervention.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, anthropology or a related field from a recognized institution.    Mandatory
• Previous experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) is essential.    Mandatory
• Registered with relevant professional body.    Mandatory
• Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in data entry and management.    Mandatory
• Training in behavioral health management is an added advantage.    Added Advantage
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.    Mandatory
•  Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting.    Mandatory
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.    Mandatory
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment.    Mandatory
• Empathetic and compassionate approach to patient care.    Desirable
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect patient privacy.    Desirable
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse patient populations.    Desirable
• Problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.    Desirable
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.    Desirable
• Experience working with electronic health records systems is an advantage.    Desirable
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices in behavioral health management.    Desirable
• Capacity to thrive in a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.    Desirable