Closing Date: 20 September 2023 | Location: KwaZulu-Natal
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is hiring and invites suitably qualified persons to apply for the vacancy: USINGA Fieldworker [x32 posts].
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
SCHOOL OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES: USINGA FIELDWORKER
Grade 12 (Three Months Fixed Term)
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to employment equity with the intention to promote representativity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The School of Built Environment and Development Studies seeks to employ 32 fieldworkers who will be responsible for day-to-day data collection in Umlazi Ward 79 and Ward 82, using a set of data collection instruments for the baseline round for USINGA.
USINGA is a health and demographic surveillance node of the South African Population Research Infrastructure Network (SAPRIN).
Successful candidates will be expected to collect data for the USINGA baseline data collection round, ensuring that data is collected accurately, is reliable, and is of good quality.
The individual must have the ability to manage sensitive and confidential study information and must be able to work well within a team. Data collection happens in regular rounds and is organized in sequential week blocks.
Minimum Requirements
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Experience in field-based data collection
- Must be computer literate, with proficiency in the use of electronic data collection
devices (e.g., smartphones/tablets)
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English and IsiZulu
- Must be able to work under pressure
- Must be a resident and household member from within the USINGA Study area
(Umlazi Ward 79 or 82)
Appointment to this post will be
How to apply
Appointment to this post will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 September 2023.
Interested candidates must send their applications to Ms. Palesa Mataboge at MatabogeP@ukzn.ac.za. Applications must include:
- Certified copies of certificates
- CV
- Proof of residence
