Field Coordinator, Department of Medicine at Aga Khan University

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Field Coordination, Project Management, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Data Tracking, Reporting, Phlebotomy Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Entity: Aga Khan University Location: Matiari, Pakistan Introduction: Aga Khan University, chartered in 1983 as Pakistan's first private international university, is committed to the provision of education, research and health care of international standard relevant to Pakistan and the region. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has well-equipped investigative services and provides state-of-the-art clinical facilities. AKUH is the first hospital in Pakistan to be awarded the prestigious Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) for practicing the highest internationally-recognized healthcare standards. The Department of Medicine at The Aga Khan University Hospital, comprises of independent sections of Cardiology, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Nephrology, Neurology, and Pulmonary & Critical Care. The Department has over 70+ full-time Faculty with a strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate education and research. Residency Programmes are offered in Internal Medicine, Neurology, Adult Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonary Medicine, Nephrology and Dermatology, as well as Fellowship Programmes in Clinical Neurophysiology & Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism, Interventional Cardiology and Infectious Diseases. As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment. Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Field Coordinator in the Department of Medicine. *This is a one-year contractual position. Responsibilities: You will be responsible to: develop detailed field operation plans, including timelines, and allocation of available resources provide guidance and support to field teams to ensure they adhere to study protocol, project timelines and quality standards conduct regular monitoring and address any issues or challenges faced by field personnel coordinate and oversee the supplies of necessary materials, and equipment maintenance for field operations serve as the primary point of contact between field teams and project core team prepare regular reports on field activities, progress, and challenges collaborate with local communities and stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of projects address community concerns and promote positive relationships between the study team and the local population. Requirements: You should have: a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., project management, logistics, social sciences) proven experience in field coordination, preferably in community-based projects. At least 1-year prior experience is preferred strong organizational and project management skills excellent communication and interpersonal skills ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment proficiency in relevant software and tools for data tracking and reporting basic to advanced phlebotomy skills (preferred) or any other relevant background for said skills (e.g., LHV, nursing, midwifery, etc) Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Responsibilities

The Field Coordinator will develop detailed field operation plans and provide guidance to field teams to ensure adherence to study protocols. They will also monitor field activities, address challenges, and collaborate with local communities to promote positive relationships.