Research Intern (Fixed Term Contract - Wits RHI)

SUMMARY:
Background:

• The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa’s health challenges
• It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public health concerns affecting our region, including HIV and its related problems, sexual and reproductive health, and vaccinology

POSITION INFO:
Main purpose of the job: To work in collaboration with the South African Population Research Infrastructure Network (SAPRIN), a National Research Infrastructure of Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS) Nodes initiative at Wits RHI to support major improvements in health, social and economic wellbeing in impoverished, yet rapidly evolving populations Location: 7 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Wits RHI Research Centre Clinical Research Site (CRS) Key performance areas: Distribute flyers highlighting the survey, conduct outreach within the Hillbrow community raising awareness of the study Recruitment for SAPRIN participation in randomised housing structures in Hillbrow and obtain consent for survey participation Register all volunteering Participants on the appropriate data collection tools (Survey Solutions) which are installed in a tablet device Collect data accurately using survey questionnaires on the Survey Solutions database Resolve data queries of interviews rejected by Quality Control (QC) staff Compile daily reports (analyse information recorded when necessary) Review study database and identify\/report on missing data, inconsistencies and errors Follow-up on missing data or errors and ensure they are corrected timeously Track errors and related staff and conduct relevant trainings as required Distribute regular QC reports to relevant team members (analyse information recorded when necessary) Provide administrative support, i.e. copying, filing and archiving Assist Regulatory Compliance Officer with maintenance of SAPRIN regulatory files and printing of submissions for IRBs Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrate effective self-management Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback Take ownership for driving own career development by attending training and development sessions and relevant meetings Compile daily reports of activities completed Perform additional duties per study Delegation of Authority logs Required minimum education and training: Grade 12 (Tertiary qualification e.g. Degree \/ Diploma preferable) Counsellor Certificate (advantageous) Required minimum work experience: Recent Graduates or young Professionals who have not been exposed to work experience Data collection Community engagement Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities: Fluency in more than one African Language Experience working with data handling and reporting Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a team TO APPLY: Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV and a cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate, and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful Closing date: 14 September 2026 Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date Please note: WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position