Behavioral Scientist Vacancy at the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) – 2 Openings

Position Title: Behavioral Scientist.

Job Station: Abuja.

INTRODUCTION :-

Behavioral Scientist job opportunity is available at African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) for individuals who possess degree in Behavioral or Social Science; or related disciplines .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :-

• Contribute to the design and the implementation of the behavioural component of a multifaceted formative study aimed at exploring in depth, root causes, enablers and opportunities in data quality in PHC in Nigeria
• Develop a robust learning agenda around various interventions aimed at changing the behaviour of front-line health workers in order to improve PHC data quality and use
• Based on the Fogg’s model, implement interventions utilizing triggers versus peer-led orientation and feedback in changing behaviours of health facility workers and LGA health teams
• Design metrics to monitor and measure behaviour change of health care workers throughout the life of the project
• Coordinate activities at the local government and ward. Interface with all level actors to ascertain the status of activities with respect to the chronogram and timelines.
• Support the development of behaviour change training modules addressing accurate reporting, review and data use. Review training materials and support training at state and lower levels.
• Develop training modules and materials for the training of all categories of personnel involved in this project
• Provide oversight and supervision for behavioural component of project implementation in 3 states
• Work with the project managers, monitoring, evaluation and learning officer to ensure tracking of all project indicators and timely reporting of project activities
• Prepare reports / presentations to be shared with stakeholders, professional groups and for publication in professional journals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the project lead

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION :-

• A degree in Behavioral or Social Science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position
• Or a combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field
• Or  four years of appropriate experience in behavioral or social sciences field that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired requisite
• A postgraduate degree in a behavioral or social science or public health
• Experience in developing and training in behavior change projects will be an advantage
• Two years’ specialized experience in implementing behavioral change projects with evidence of practical experience
• Two years’ experience in the conduct of research in the various aspects of behavioral, social and cultural influences in public health
• Two years’ experience working with Primary Health Care bodies/Systems
• Two years working experience with frontline healthcare workers and health systems at all levels – community, heath facility, LGA, state and national
• Experience in developing and implementing a learning agenda

Knowledge requirements/Skills:

• Language proficiency in English
• A good understanding the primary health care is a requirement
• Strong knowledge in conduct of qualitative study including qualitative data analysis
• Skills in Microsoft Office, and qualitative data analysis software
• Ability to communicate clearly in English language orally and in writing
• Ability to engage in successful interaction, extensive contact with members of government agencies and partners at national, state and local government levels

Apply Before :-

31st December, 2019.

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WHO IS African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)?

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a non-profit networking and service alliance of Field Epidemiology (and Laboratory) Training Programs (FELTPs), and other applied epidemiology training programs. AFENET has operations in over 31 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa or the World Health Organisation Africa Region (WHO – AFRO). Established in 2005, AFENET is dedicated to helping Ministries of Health in Africa build strong, effective, sustainable programs and capacity to improve public health systems on the African continent.