Research Assistant- Migori

ABOUT THE COMPANY

AIHD is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) established in June 2004 in Nairobi, Kenya. The organization’s main focus is on implementing evidence-based programmes and conducting research, training and advocacy in health and development issues that are contextually relevant to Kenya and the African countries. The organization also seeks to influence policy on key developmental issues such as health, poverty alleviation, child health, gender and youth.

JOB SUMMARY

Requirements:The candidature for this position is expected to have the following qualifications:• At least a first degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university.• Fluent in English, Swahili, and the local language.• Must have a functional smartphone for data collection purposes.• Vast experience in data collection, especially quantitative - experience in electronic data collectionusing ODK/Kobo Toolbox is important.• Excellent organizational skills and ability to follow study-specific procedures and guidelinesreliably; and• Good verbal and written communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct field data collection and management activities, including obtaining consent andAttend the 2-day training on the data collection tool.ensuring confidentiality.• Participate in a daily debrief meeting• Submit quality data to the ona.io server• Secure storage of all collected data according to outlined procedures• Meet deadlines by completing assigned interviews in a timely manner.• Familiarize themselves with research ethics.• Report to the immediate supervisor as required and communicate any challenges encountered.• Maintain confidentiality of data gathered.• Execute any other duties assigned by the supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

Data collection, Research planning, Documentation and record keeping, Reporting, Data analysis

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree

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