Clinical Officer Internships (4 Positions) at Ifakara Health Institute – August 2025
Job Overview
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Position Title: Clinical Officer Intern
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Number of Posts: 4
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Location: Bagamoyo, Tanzania
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Reporting To: Project Leader
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Application Deadline: 20 August 2025
About Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Ifakara Health Institute is a top-tier health research organization in Africa, renowned for its innovative work in:
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Biomedical and ecological sciences
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Health systems research
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Intervention studies
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Health policy translation
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Service delivery
IHI’s mission is to advance health and well-being in Tanzania and beyond through evidence-based research, training, and healthcare solutions.
Internship Purpose
The Clinical Officer Interns will be based at IHI’s Clinical Trials Facility in Bagamoyo, working on various clinical research activities. Interns will support patient care, participant recruitment, and follow-up, playing a vital role in the execution of clinical trials.
Key Responsibilities
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Participate in community sensitization and retention meetings for study participants
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Provide patient care in alignment with Tanzania’s National Standard Treatment Guidelines
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Review lab results and resolve data collection queries
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Attend internal and external facility meetings
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Support in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and study documents
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Recruit, follow up, and retain participants per protocol and SOP
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Ensure ethical standards and protocol adherence during trial implementation
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Supervise and oversee study procedures as per ICH-GCP and national regulations
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Collaborate with community engagement coordinators and local health facilities
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Perform additional project-related duties as assigned by the Project Leader
Required Qualifications
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Diploma in Clinical Medicine
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Must be enrolled and licensed to practice by the Medical Council of Tanganyika
Desired Skills and Competencies
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Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital data tools
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Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
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Effective communication skills in both English and Swahili
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Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities
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Self-driven and able to work independently
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Committed to professional ethics and integrity
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Willingness to work in field settings and engage with communities
Remuneration
A competitive internship package will be offered as per the IHI salary scales and internship policies.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
IHI is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and organizational needs, and IHI upholds a strict non-discrimination policy in all stages of recruitment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following to the email address provided below:
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Application letter
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Updated CV (with contact details)
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Copies of academic and professional certificates
Email: recruitment@ihi.or.tz
Deadline: 20 August 2025, 16:30 hrs (EAT)
Email Subject: CLINICAL OFFICER INTERN – ACHIEVE
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.