Assistant Research
(Research Assistant-Qualitative
Interviewer) M/R 9 (2 Positions)
Ref: KEMRI/HWISE-K Vac/RA/1/2017
Ref: KEMRI/HWISE-K Vac/RA/1/2017
Background of the HWISE-K Project:
Kenya Medical Research Institute,
Northwestern University, Evanston, will be implementing a research study in
Kisumu, Homa Bay and Migori Counties in Kenya. The study is called “HWISE-K”
and is nested within the ongoing “Shamba Maisha” studies.
Location: Kisumu, Migori or Homa Bay
Counties
Reports to: Project Anthropologist
Duration: 1 Year – contract renewable
Reports to: Project Anthropologist
Duration: 1 Year – contract renewable
Roles
They will be involved in conducting
in depth interviews, facilitate focus group discussions, as well transcription
and translation of the interviews. Details of the duties are as outlined below:
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Conduct informed consent procedures and
ensure process is conducted ethically and is properly recorded according to
research protocol.
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Conduct in-depth interviews while
minimizing bias.
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Facilitate focus groups with study
participants.
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Ensure interviews and focus groups
are conducted in safe and confidential manner.
·
Record interviews and focus groups
using digital recording devices provided by research project.
·
Write brief reports and expand notes
following each interview/focus group.
·
Transcribe and translate interviews
into English, as needed
Requirements
·
Degree holder in Anthropology, Public
Health, or Sociology
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Experience in qualitative
interviewing and/or focus group moderation is required
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Excellent communication skills in
English, Swahili and Dholuo is required
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Ability to travel within Migori,
Kisumu, and Homa Bay counties
·
Computer software skills (MS word,
excel, power Point) is required
·
Must have Certificate of good conduct
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Must have KRA Certificate of Tax
compliance
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Must have Clearance Certificate from
HELB
·
Must have credit reference Bureau
Certificate
Additional Desirable Skills and Abilities
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Flexibility to work in different
settings, travel to the field, and work to high standard in multiple settings.
·
Ability to reflect on own work, and
support self and team members in adhering to work systems and defined work
practices.
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Attention to detail
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Ability to ride motor bike is an
added advantage.
·
Keen and ability to work well within
a team and independently with minimal supervision and develop on the job
·
Excellent organizational skills and
ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines
Terms of Employment
One (1) year renewable contract as
per KEMRI scheme of service. The first 3 months is a probation period.
Salary is negotiable within the
appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated
competency.
How to Apply
All applicants must meet each
selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements
Must enter data required in the link below: https://goo.gl/forms/tPsKpS7CIk4GLsVH3
Must enter data required in the link below: https://goo.gl/forms/tPsKpS7CIk4GLsVH3
AND ALSO:
The following documents should be
sent to the e mail listed below:
Duly signed application letter
indicating the vacancy and reference number, CV with names ofat least two
referees and scanned copies of academic certificates
To the Principal Investigator
HWISE-K Project
Email: Hwisekenya@gmail.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 6th 2017
HWISE-K Project
Email: Hwisekenya@gmail.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 6th 2017
KEMRI is an equal opportunity
employer commited to diversity; persons with Disability, women, youth and those
from marginalized areas are encouraged to Apply. Kemri does not charge a fee at
any stage of its recruitment process
Including application, interview and
processing of offer letter. If asked for a Fee, report such request
immediately. Only those shortlisted will be contacted
