The International Centre for Reproductive Health

Duration: This position is for a duration of 11 months with 3 months’ probation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop an in-depth understanding of study design and goals, and ensure that the study is conducted in compliance with study protocols and other regulatory requirements
Register and consent study participants and assist with eligibility determination and screening of study participants.
Administer questionnaires and surveys to clients and service providers, accurate recording of data on the electronic data capture tool and perform self QC.
Conduct in-depth interviews including translation, transcription and coding of qualitative data
Ensure adequate supply of study materials to health facilities.
Understand and implement the study SOPs.
Prepare weekly and monthly progress report study activities at the assigned facility
Provide regular progress reports to the study coordinators
Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities
Participate in regular project virtual and physical meetings
Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and any other relevant persons
Work closely with service providers.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a diploma in public health or social-science related field.
Experience working in a community-based research project in an urban or semi-urban area
Experience in both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.

Desirable qualities:

Knowledge and experience in community entry strategies
Knowledge and experience in conducting research with public health facilities.
Knowledge and experience in sexually transmitted infection management will be an added advantage
Commitment to integrity and high-quality performance
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Swahili
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
Keen and attentive to detail
Ability to follow instructions and procedures
Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision
Flexibility to travel and interview participants in time and place of their convenience