Minimum Requirements

A College Diploma or University Degree

Fluency in English, Swahili, and a local language spoken in the target counties

Strong interviewers’ and moderation experience (1-2 years) – in health-oriented research studies (preferred). Experience in sexual and reproductive health or immunization quantitative or/and qualitative research studies (desired)

Ability to communicate effectively with a range of research participants – including senior government officers and non-state partners, county health management teams, and community members.

Familiarity with the study settings (Kilifi) – current resident candidates are desired.

Proven experience in electronic data collection platforms, particularly ODK or SurveyCTO

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with excellent attention to detail and quality.

Previous experience working with NGOs or a reputable research org/institution.

Transcribing experience is an advantage.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities and Duties

Availability to attend in-person fieldwork training for the entire designated period. Training will be held centrally in Nairobi.

Support the review of study instruments, including the content, terminologies, and quality translation.

Sign data confidentiality agreement and comply with stipulations.

Support study advocacy at the county, sub-county, health facility, and community levels.

Maintain study work plan and interview schedules.

Conduct quality screening and interviews for the assigned quota whilst adhering to the approved procedures – including sampling and eligibility screening.

Fully comply with the ethics standards for research with human subjects – including informed consenting/assenting, data privacy, and confidentiality, etc.

Accurately probe and capture respondent responses using the approved interview guides other data capture materials.

Document informed consent/assent

Manage study data (labelling, storage, safety, and confidentiality), informed consent forms and other study materials, and maintain equipment inventory as per the approved protocol.

Debrief regularly with the assigned project management staff to share field updates.

Submit progress reports, including narrative and verifiable field expenses, using prescribed templates.

Application Must include:

Cover letter indicating your county residence and the desired position.

CV with contact details of three references.

Copies of relevant academic certificates.

The email subject MUST clearly indicate the position being applied for.

Deadline: 12th September 2025 at 1600hrs EAT.