Project Scope:
To carry out a research survey to understand the
drivers and influencing factors around access to non-communicable disease (NCD)
medication and treatment. Study will include supply chain issues, as well as
diagnostic and healthcare delivery components. The Research is intended to help
outline existing resources, systems, and innovations, as well as the strengths
and weaknesses of each. The findings from this research will inform CMMB’s
program design and development in ensuring responsiveness of the interventions
and align our access to medicines programming to address the current and
emerging issues. The research will generate knowledge for catalysing the
increased access to treatment and the optimal utilization of NCD services. The
activity will result in a research paper that will be publishable in an
appropriate journal.
The survey is targeting 26 hospitals in 10 counties
in Kenya, including Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, Siaya, Migori, Homa Bay,
Nyamira, Kwale and Mombasa.
Reporting to the Monitoring and Evaluation
Coordinator, the Research Assistants’ role will include the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
Data
Collection:
Help gather data from various sources, such as
government reports, health surveys, and hospital records. This may involve
contacting relevant organizations and institutions for data access.
Conduct interviews with healthcare professionals,
policymakers, and community members to understand their perspectives on NCDs.
Participate in field data collection activities,
which could involve surveys, measurements, or observations in different
communities across Kenya.
Data
Management:
Assist with data entry and cleaning to ensure
accuracy and consistency.
Organize and code data for analysis using software
programs Provided.
Participate in preparation of data visualizations
such as charts and graphs to present findings.
Data
Analysis:
Help in analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
to identify patterns and trends related to NCDs in Kenya.
Contribute to the creation of maps and other visual
aids to represent the geographical distribution of NCDs.
Participate in discussions with the lead researcher
to interpret the research findings.
Minimum
Qualifications and Competencies
Education:
Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
such as Public Health, Geography, Environmental Science, Social Sciences,
Statistics, or a related discipline.
Experience:
Previous research/data collection/Analysis
experience.
Skills:
Ability to conduct literature reviews, analyze data
(quantitative and qualitative), and interpret findings.
Proficiency in data entry, cleaning, and organization
using software like Excel or SPSS.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in
English. Additional local languages for the target communities are an asset.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and
manage time effectively.
Strong ability to work independently and
collaboratively as part of a team.
Desirable
Competencies:
Understanding of research ethics and best practices.
Experience conducting field research, including
interviews and surveys.
Knowledge of the Kenyan landscape and NCD landscape.
Cultural competency and ability to work effectively
with diverse populations.
How
To Apply