Research Field Support

Job Description: As an Office Technical Support for the project "The Impact of Positive Aging Intervention on Flourishing of Elderly in India: A Pan-India Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial," funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and administered by academics from the School of Social Sciences at MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences in Bangalore, your role is crucial in ensuring the successful execution of the intervention program for elderly individuals. Your primary responsibility will be to implement program activities in the field, collect relevant data, engage with program beneficiaries, and ensure strict adherence to program guidelines. You will work under the supervision of the Project Technical Staff, reporting directly to the Senior Investigator. Key Responsibilities: Program Execution: - Implement intervention program activities following the guidelines provided. - Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of services to elderly individuals in the designated area. Data Collection: - Collect and record relevant data on program activities, participant demographics, and feedback. - Submit detailed and accurate field reports to the Senior Investigator in a timely manner. Community Engagement: - Engage with program beneficiaries and community members in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner. - Address any concerns or queries from beneficiaries and report significant issues to the Senior Investigator. Adherence to Guidelines: - Strictly adhere to program guidelines and protocols during the execution of activities. - Seek guidance from the Senior Investigator when faced with ambiguous situations. Feedback and Improvement: - Provide constructive feedback on program activities and suggest improvements for enhanced effectiveness. - Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance program delivery. Reporting: - Submit regular and ad-hoc reports to the Senior Investigator, detailing progress, challenges, and any deviations from the program plan. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Psychology with at least one year of experience. - Desirable: M.Sc in Clinical/Counselling/Positive Psychology. - Language requirement: Kannada and English proficiency. This is a full-time position with an initial contract term of 1 year, subject to renewal based on performance and project requirements. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of elderly individuals and possess the required qualifications and skills, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV and attested copies of degrees and mark sheets via email to joycyspatil.ss@msruas.ac.in or kamakshipandey.ss@msruas.ac.in on or before October 8th, 2024.,