Wits Health Consortium Fieldworker Job - Apply Before 23 February 2026

Fieldworker (3 Month Contract) – Agincourt Division Vacancy at Wits Health Consortium Recruitment

Organisation Overview

Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of the Witwatersrand.

Contents

This role is based within the MRC/Wits Agincourt Research Unit, a leading health and population research centre conducting long-term health and socio-demographic surveillance in the Agincourt sub-district of rural north-east South Africa.

Position Details

Job Title: Fieldworker (3 Month Contract)
Division: Agincourt
Advert Reference: Fieldworker Agincourt
Type: Fixed Term
Location: MRC/Wits Agincourt Research Unit, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga
Closing Date: 23 February 2026

Main Purpose of the Role

The Fieldworker will conduct household visits within designated villages to collect and capture research data.

The role requires accurate data collection, participant engagement, adherence to research protocols, and proper documentation management.

Key Performance Areas

Fieldwork and Participant Engagement

Visit households and obtain informed consent from participants
Establish trust and respectful relationships with participants
Actively listen and provide appropriate support
Address concerns and misconceptions about the study
Contact and follow up with non-attendees
Identify movers and provide feedback to the Supervisor

Data Collection and Documentation

Ensure CRFs and tracking sheets are completed correctly
Follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines during participant visits
Write clear and detailed field notes
File participant forms in alphabetical order
Submit completed forms to relevant data capturers
Update maps regularly

Operational Support

Plan first and second household visits
Refer field challenges and queries to the Field Supervisor
Collect and return laptops or tablets from the Site Office
Ensure stationery is available at all times
Order cover sheets, consent forms, and parent demo CRFs

Minimum Requirements

Education

Grade 12 Certificate
Diploma or Certificate in Computer Literacy

Work Experience

Minimum 1 year experience in a research environment

Desirable Skills and Competencies

Friendly and professional approach
Ability to follow instructions accurately
Self-motivated and reliable
Strong communication skills in English and Xitsonga (written and oral)
Problem-solving ability
Ability to meet pre-set objectives
Ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential study data

Employment Equity

In accordance with Employment Equity goals and the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups.