Associate Researcher: Health Policy 8months Fixed Term Contract Pretoria

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER: HEALTH POLICY 8months FIXED TERM CONTRACT- PRETORIA

KPAs

The purpose of this role is to conduct research for to enable achievement of strategic objectives through the following activities:

xc3xbc Health Policy Research, Product development:

  • Generating ideas for new products and researching feasibility
  • Review and analysis of scientific literature to inform product development
  • Compile product offerings and review as and when required to ensure that the products respond to health needs, and improve outcomes
  • Monitor and evaluate utilisation of products
  • Keeping of minutes and action lists
  • Committee Administrator
xc3xbc Provide a better understanding of the utilisation of healthcare service

xc3xbc Support the scheme surveillance activities: Develop TOR for surveys, review questionnaire

xc3xbc Draft research papers, reports, reviews and summaries

xc3xbc Adhoc research and keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments

Requirements:

xc3xbc Degree in Health/ Social Sciences similar

xc3xbc Postgrad Diploma or Masters in public health, epidemiology or similar would be advantageous

xc3xbc Minimum of 0-2 years relevant work experience in a (typical graduate/ entry level)

xc3xbc Understanding of research methods

xc3xbc Understanding of medical scheme industry

xc3xbc A logical and investigative mind

xc3xbc Problem-solving, analytical and technical skills

xc3xbc A methodical approach to work

xc3xbc Team player with ability to work independently

xc3xbc Good written and oral communication skills

xc3xbc The ability to communicate effectively with staff in non-scientific positions

xc3xbc Computer literate with experience with MS Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint,

xc3xbc Have a diligent work ethic with attention to detail

xc3xbc Self-motivated and pro-active

xc3xbc Have Strong negotiation skills

xc3xbc Ability give advice and engage with various stakeholders

Desirable

xc3xbc Have an understanding of medical schemes industry

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1261836
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned