Field Investigator

The application should reach on or before 30^th Nov 2023

Work location: Karnakata – Chamarajnagar (Kollegala) & Raichur (Devadurga) 

Positions: 8

Introduction

KHPT is a not-for-profit charitable entity that spearheads focused initiatives to improve the health and wellbeing of communities in India. In 2003, KHPT was founded with a mission to enhance the health and wellbeing of vulnerable communities and our journey started with the focus on reducing the prevalence of HIV in Karnataka, specifically among most at-risk populations. These interventions were evidence-driven, systematically planned, rigorously implemented, and monitored. We succeeded in scaling impact well beyond Karnataka and KHPT became a learning site for innovative approaches. We work primarily in the fields of Maternal, Neonatal & Child health (MNCH), Tuberculosis (TB), Adolescent Health (AH), and Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC).

DoRDPR has proposed a two-year implementation research project in collaboration with the Karnataka Health Promotion Trust (KHPT) to be implemented in the Raichur and Chamarajanagar districts respectively. “Arogya Sangama” – 3-way partnership between People, Providers, and Panchayat for Health”. Enabling responsive primary health care is a key aim of Ayushman Bharat – Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs). This project will be implemented in the selected geographies to improve the overall performance of primary health systems (service utilization, quality, responsive care, and equity) specifically in rural HWCs.

KHPT is seeking application for the following position.

Field Investigator

Positions: 8

Location:  Chamarajnagar (Kollegala) & Raichur (Devadurga) 

Qualification, Skills & Competencies

• Degree/Post graduate degree with more than 2 year of experience in conducting the field survey
• Fluency in written and spoken Kannada and Knowledge of English language.  
• Knowledge and experience working in Government health systems.
• Good communication, leadership and facilitation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively in field areas of Rural PHC in Kollegal and Devadurga taluk
• Prior experience of conducting the survey is an added advantage.
• Preferable local candidate who is well versed with the geographic area
• Well versed with the use of smart phones and gadgets

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct house-to-house survey of people (>18 years) of ANC/PNC women to understand the utilization of the antenatal and post-natal services
• Conduct house-to-house survey of people (>18 years) to understand the risk factors among the general population on diabetes and hypertension, and collect information on modifiable risk factors of NCDs.
• To conduct the facility survey’s-Audit of infrastructure, staff, training, services and patient satisfaction
• Enter data on the tablet or mobile phone provided by the project and coordinate with Program co-ordinators on a timely basis for smooth data collection.
• Ensuring timely entry and uploading of the survey data upon the completion of the survey
• Build rapport and coordinate with the frontline workers and PHC staff for smooth data collection

Reporting

The Field Investigator will be reporting to the Program & Research Coordinator, Chamarajnagar and Raichur-KHPT.

Remuneration

The remuneration for the above positions will be fixed in line with internal policies and market standards, which will be set, based on qualification, relevant experience, budget availability and interview performance. 

KHPT provides a safe working environment for all its employees; follows the principle of equal opportunity and encourages women applicants to apply. Also, individuals who are physically challenged with the required skills /knowledge and who are willing to travel are also encouraged to apply.

We will be following a systematic selection process to fill this position based on experience, competency, suitability, aptitude to work with our health programmes and in-depth knowledge of thematic areas we work. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

The above position demands excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills and also involves travel. Preference will be given to candidates who have work experience in the relevant field and local candidates with required experience and skillsets.

How to apply

Interested candidates are requested to apply using the prescribed KHPT Application Format with a covering letter and email it to jobs@khpt.org. Candidates can

download the format by clicking on ‘Application Format’ or visit our website to download the format.

The application should reach on or before 30^th Nov 2023

Please note that completed applications in the prescribed format will help us in shortlisting effectively.