Key Responsibilities:
- To contribute to the development of research proposal as needed,
including through reviewing literature and synthesising learning from
reviews and supporting the development of data collection tools.
- To support, and in designated instances take primary responsibility
for; community sensitization, stakeholder engagement, data collection
including, supporting planning for fieldwork, and managing all
interactions with study participants in ways that positively support
ethical conduct and the collection of high-quality data. Given the nature
of the study, fieldwork might sometimes necessitate weekend work.
- To contribute to the management and analysis of data from the study
and take primary responsibility for analysis in designated areas.
- To support the dissemination of study findings as necessary,
including through the preparation of drafts of reports and manuscripts for
publication; making presentations at scientific meetings, and supporting
feedback to study participants.
- To actively contribute to developing their capacity in social
science and related research methods, particularly for qualitative
research. This includes engaging with a wide literature on relevant topics
and social science methods, active participation in pieces of training
provided, and focused efforts to continuously seek and act on feedback on
performance.
- To attend departmental and programme scientific meetings, including
Programme seminars and regular meetings of the Social Science Group.
- And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
- Minimum A Master’s degree in a relevant subject such as Social
Science & Humanities Anthropology or sociology-, from a recognized
institution. Mandatory
- At least 3 years of research experience, ideally including
experience in collecting and analysing qualitative research data through
interviews, focus group discussions and non-participant observations,
health systems research, stakeholder engagement. Mandatory
- Evidence of ability to produce and publish research. Mandatory
- Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications.
Mandatory
- Knowledge of NVivo (qualitative analysis) software will be an added
advantage. Added Advantage
- Willingness to travel within Kenya and spend time conducting field
work. Desirable
- Excellent understanding of the Kenyan health system. Desirable
- Experience of participatory research and co-design. Desirable
- Excellent organisational and communication skills. Desirable
- Experience of engaging with stakeholders at community, hospital,
county and national level. Desirable
- Demonstrated high levels of integrity and confidentiality Mandatory
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Mandatory
- Ability to work with diverse, multidisciplinary teams and build
strong relationships with internal and external collaborators Mandatory
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to deliver quality outputs
within strict timelines. Mandatory
- Flexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking and attention to detail
Mandatory
How to Apply
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