Consultant – Statistician: International Organization for Migration (IOM) Jobs in Kenya

_____________________________________________________________________________________ Vacancy Notice No: IOM/010/10

Functional Title: Consultant – Statistician

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: February – June, 2010 (approx. 5 months)

1. Background

To date the HIV response has been targeted towards general population efforts, and as such little is known about the risk of HIV infection among most-at risk groups (MARPs) in Kenya.There has been some research around sex work, but these studies tend to recruitKenyan born sex workers, leaving out a large proportion of the sex work population which comprises migrants including refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and undocumented and irregular migrants.Agencies working with sex workers in Nairobi note that these women are not being reached by current HIV programming.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the National AIDS Control Council of Kenya (NACC), the National AIDS and STI Control Programme (NASCOP), the Kenya AIDS Control Project (KACP), University of Nairobi, and the Joint UN Team on AIDS (JUNTA) in Kenya proposes a joint effort in an attempt to obtain the required strategic information for intensifying prevention programmes among this key population, currently overlooked by the national response.The goal of this activity is to provide baseline data to initiate routine HIV surveillance of this group, to be replicated in two to three years. Findings will be reported to all stakeholders and the Ministries of Health (MOH) and information will be used to better target prevention programmes for this vulnerable group.

Results will also contribute towards global efforts in identifying HIV risks and vulnerabilities among migrants and displaced persons residing outside of camp settings.In many countries Integrated Bio-Behavioral Surveillance (IBBS) studies have become an integral component informing the national HIV response.These studies have been shown to be particularly useful in providing information on behaviors among sub-populations who are difficult to reach through traditional household surveys, but who are likely to be at higher risk of HIV infection or transmission, such as sex workers and their clients.The research will use a methodology called Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS) that requires in depth training, monitoring and close supervision of all staff and data collection sites.

Due to the technical and logistical challenges of researching inherently marginalized populations, a collaborative approach will be undertaken in implementing this project.Technical experts at the country, regional, and/or global level from respective agencies will provide inputs during each stage of the project.Government officials and local NGOs will assist in providing the necessary permissions for undertaking the research and for accessing marginalized populations

2. Nature of the consultancy

Participate in the implementation of an IBBS survey among migrant FSWs in Nairobi.

Objective: To establish baseline data on key HIV risk behaviors and HIV prevalence among migrant FSWs in Nairobi.

3. IOM Project to which the Consultancy is contributing:

Integrated Bio-Behavioural Surveillance Survey (IBBS) among Migrant Female SexWorkers (FSWs) in Nairobi, Kenya

4. Tasks to be performed under this contract:

Working under the overall supervision of the Principle Investigator, the incumbent will conduct data analysis as guided by the data analysis strategy, and will liaise with IOM staff on data interpretation.

The incumbent will undertake the following tasks:

· Prepare data analysis strategy
· Conduct data analysis in RDSAT and STATA or SPSS as guided by the data analysis strategy.
· Produce draft data analysis report, including data summarized into tables with corresponding text interpreting the data
· Final draft of data analysis report, revised based on comments from IOM and partners

5. Qualifications

Experience and Education

· Advanced training in statistics
· Minimum three years experience conducting statistical analysis
· Experience in quantitative data analysis and interpretation using RDSAT and Stata or SPSS
· Knowledge / experience analyzing HIV/AIDS surveillance data
· Knowledge / experience with RDS sampling methodology

Languages Skills

· Fluent in English

Computer Skills

· RDSAT
· Stata or SPSS

6. Duration and Remuneration

Work can be done remotely from February to June, 2010 with the majority of the work undertaken in May and June, but on retainer throughout.Remuneration will be based on skills and experience.No travel or DSA reimbursement will be required.

Mode of Application:

Submit well-written cover letter and CV including daytime telephone and email address to:
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human Resources Department
P.O Box 55040-00200
Nairobi
or send by email to hrnairobi @ iom.int

Closing Date: 15 February 2010


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