Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 10 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Opportunity
Zambart is a research institution known internationally for cutting edge applied and interdisciplinary research on urgent public health issues. Zambart’s mission is to provide evidence-based research to influence policy. Zambart staff form an interdisciplinary team with a range of expertise including epidemiology, clinical science, social science, laboratory, operations research, health systems and services research, health policy analysis, health economics, health communication and counselling. Zambart’s head office is located at Ridgeway Campus, the University of Zambia.
Zambart is currently recruiting staff for a new study entitled: “Global Burden Estimation of Human Papillomavirus (GLOBE-HPV). This study aims to estimate the prevalence (single time point detection) of HPV 16 and/or 18 infection among a representative sample of girls and women aged 9-50 years in a range of settings. In addition, the study aims to estimate the incidence of ≥6-month persistent HPV 16 and/or 18 infection (defined as two sequential type-specific positives with an interval of 6 months) in selected populations over 2 years.
To support our wide range of research activities, we are looking for a candidate to fill the position of Motorbike Rider.
Position: Motorbike Rider (1)
Reporting To: The Site Supervisor
Job Location: Kanakantapa- Chongwe
Duration: Six (6) months Contract-Full Time.

Tasks and Responsibilities
• Transport the study samples in the right temperature from the Kanakantapa field to Kanakantapa site office.
• Ensure that the transportation logs and necessary forms are handed over to the right staff
• Ensure that the motorbike is clean and in good working condition
• Ensure that samples reach the Zambart lab in Lusaka by 14:00 on Fridays
• To ride the field study motorbike to the assigned community
• Check the condition of a motorbike’s tires, brakes, oil, lights, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working condition
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate the study motorbike in a safe and courteous manner
• Regular updating of motorbike logbook
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements:
• Minimum grade Twelve (12) school certificate
• Between 30 years to 50 years of age
• Knowledge of Zambian Highway Code
• Clean and valid class A riding license
• 5 years driving experience in a busy environment
• Must be able to read and write
• Basic Knowledge of mechanics
• Professional integrity including safeguarding standards

Personal Attributes:
• Mature and sober character
• Reliable, dependable and honest
• Ability to communicate in English and local languages fluently

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
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• Only applicants who possess the above qualifications and experience should submit their application letter, CV and certificates addressed to The Head of Human Resources, Zambart Head Office, Ridgeway Campus, P.O Box 50697, Lusaka clearly indicating the position, project and town within the subject matter, e.g. Application for employment as Motorbike Rider-GHPV Study-Kanakantapa, Zambart.
• Closing Date:
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12th September 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly.

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