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Community Health Worker

Temporary

University of Cape Town Lung Institute (Pty) Ltd

? What you bring:
  • Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification
  • Experience working within a healthcare environment with knowledge of participant recruitment
  • Fluency in English and another South African language
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive participant information
  • Detail-oriented with strong administrative abilities
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Be flexible – work hours and work allocations
  • Positive and professional attitude with a participant-centred approach
  • Credit and criminal clear
Advantageous
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, particularly TB and HIV (COVID-19)
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
  • General computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Internet; Data Management Systems)
This isn’t just community engagement; you’ll be the bridge between participants and clinical research, building trust, providing support, and helping deliver studies that have the potential to improve lives.
 
? What you’ll own:
  • Recruit, screen, enrolment and support potential study participants throughout the research process
  • Assist with obtaining informed consent from participants according to study requirements
  • Maintain participant engagement through follow-ups and appointments
  • Conduct home visits where required for participants who miss scheduled appointments
  • Work closely with the Research nurse to Support participants with treatment adherence and medication schedules
  • Provide education and support relating to research participation, TB/HIV, and treatment adherence
  • Keep the Registered Nurse informed of participant progress and report any concerns or irregularities
  • Collect participant information through questionnaires, data collection tools, and interviews
  • Complete first line quality control processes through data entry, verification, and assist the data team to maintain accurate participant databases
  • Assist the Research Nurse to Complete participant progress reports and research documentation as required
  • Assist clinical staff with correct specimen labelling and transportation processes
  • Support the team with administrative and research-related activities as required
  • Visit various sites and clinics within the research areas to enhance recruitment and enrolment strategies
? Where you’ll add value:
  • Building trust and positive relationships with study participants and communities
  • Supporting participant retention and successful completion of clinical research activities
  • Ensuring accurate data collection and maintaining confidentiality throughout the research process
  • Providing education and encouragement that supports better health outcomes
  • Contributing to impactful research aimed at improving prevention and treatment of infectious diseases
Your support will make a lasting difference by ensuring participants feel valued, informed, and cared for while contributing to research that improves lives.
 
? Role Information:
  • Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
  • Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
  • Based between UCTLI in Mowbray and Groote Schuur Hospital in Observatory, Community health clinics within the Klipfontein /Mitchells Plain metro area
Closing Date: 23 September 2026

 
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
? EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STATEMENT
We are committed to equitable employment practices and diversity in the workplace. Appointments will be made in accordance with the University of Cape Town Lung Institute’s Employment Equity Plan.

 
? POPIA STATEMENT
Your personal information will be processed in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and used solely for recruitment purposes, including reference checks. By applying, you consent to this process.
Vacancy posted 5 hours ago
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