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Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is one of Africa’s most eminent health research organisations. With a history of more than 50 years, IHI is an independent non-profit organisation, registered in Tanzania and led by Tanzanians.
The Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading independent, non-profit health research organization based in Tanzania with over 50 years of experience. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of the population through research, innovation, and capacity strengthening. The institute is particularly known for its extensive work on malaria, but its research portfolio covers a wide spectrum of public health challenges.
Responsibility: Responsibilities
- Treat PLHIV and/or Tuberculosis according to National Guidelines for Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS and TB, Standard Treatment Guidelines, and Local guidelines
- Diagnose and treat opportunistic infections (OI) and/or referral to appropriate departments
- Maintain proper patient documentation, filling of case report forms (CRF) including CTC ½
- Consultation and ward rounds to PLHIV admitted to different departments at SFDRH
- Working in full agreement with the job descriptions; CDCI, Hospital, and government (MOHSW) regulations
- Provide health education and adherence counseling to PLHIV and clients attending CDCI
- Attend all compulsory meetings such as every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7.45/8.00-9.00 at CDCI and Friday 07.45-9.00 at SFDRH clinical hall.
- Attend scientific meetings at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
- Contribution in planning, coordination, and performance of research activities/studies organized by IHI and other partners
- Any additional task by the PL and/or site director of IHI and/or director of SFDRH when necessary
Skill :Desired Skills
- Interest in TB/HIV
- High motivation for research activities
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style
- Capable of building and sustaining relationships with senior professionals
- Planning and organizing
- Professional attitude to work and clear work ethics
- Result orientated
Qualification Required:Essential Qualification
- Degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Certificate of Internship
- MCT Registration and Retention
- At least 1 year of experience in similar role
Preferred Language Skill :Prefered Language
- Fluent in both Swahili and English
