Overview:

We intend to employ a Senior Research Officer to be based in Nairobi. He/she will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of Principal Investigators, and Co-investigators to lead in evaluating and documenting insights through qualitative methods for SRH programs being implemented at ICRH. The incumbent will lead in the development of research protocols, designing qualitative data... collection tools, training and supervising field research assistants. Further, the Officer will coordinate transcribers, and conduct qualitative data analysis and summary reports. The successful candidate will coordinate field activities including recruitment, training, and supervision of research assistants; oversee data collection through Focus Group Discussions, In-depth Interviews/Key Informant Interviews, and direct observation; conduct a qualitative analysis of data and prepare study reports.

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Master’s degree in medical anthropology, medical sociology, public health, or a related field
emphasizing qualitative research methods training
5+ years of professional qualitative research experience
3+ years conducting in-depth interviewing, focus group discussions, and participant observation
Knowledge and understanding of public health issues and human subjects protocols
Experience working with stakeholders to design, author, and manage qualitative studies
Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
Strong report-writing skills
Proficiency with any of the following qualitative software: NVivo, Atlas, Nudist, and citation software such as EndNote
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills required
Coordination of multi-county studies and interventions
Able to effectively problem-solve logistical issues and self-initiate solutions. Proactively identify issues and suggest solutions on how to make projects run smoothly more

Job Summary: The Senior Research Officer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of Principal Investigators and Co-investigators to lead in evaluating and documenting insights through qualitative methods for programs being implemented at ICRH The incumbent will lead in the development of research protocols, designing qualitative data collection tools, training and supervising field... research assistants. Further, the Officer will coordinate transcribers, and conduct qualitative data analysis and summary reports.
Qualitative Research data collection & analysis

Support in designing and pre-testing data collection tools
Train research assistants on qualitative data collection techniques, and supervise and offer technical assistance during field data collection
Guiding the research assistants through the process of contacting/identifying research participants, screening for eligibility, informed consent, and data handling techniques
Lead in transcription, translation, and analysis of qualitative data
Compile the study findings by preparing comprehensive qualitative summaries
Ensure safe transmission, storage, and archiving of qualitative data and scripts

Coordination of project/study activities

Co-ordinate day-to-day activities of the projects by establishing and maintaining a project work plans
Establish relationships with relevant stakeholders in the study areas
Take the lead in preparing reports for rapid learning to the implementing partners and the donors
Participate in the final study reports
Participate in the recruitment and supervision of research assistants in the study areas
Prepare for the training of research assistants; prepare training materials etc. organize logistics related to the training venue, trainers, transport reimbursement etc.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor and ICRHK management

Research plan development

Conduct background literature reviews, author sections relevant to the protocols and coordinate with the PIs and other investigators to ensure the protocols are submitted to the ethics committee on time
Perform regular review of the regulatory binder to ensure valid research certificates and valid Good Clinical Practices (GCP) certificates for all staff involved in the projects.
Ensure all study documents are handled and stored in accordance to data handling and protection guidelines

Essential Requirements

Education: Master’s degree in medical anthropology, medical sociology, public health or a related field emphasizing qualitative research methods training
5+ years with professional qualitative research experience
3+ years conducting in-depth interviewing, focus group discussions, and participant observation
Knowledge and understanding of public health issues and human subjects protocols
Experience working with stakeholders to design, author, and manage qualitative studies
Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
Strong report-writing skills
Proficiency with any of the following qualitative software: NVivo, Atlas, Nudist, and citation software such as EndNote
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills required more

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education: At least a Bachelor’s degree in medical anthropology, medical sociology, public health or a related field emphasizing qualitative research methods training.
Verifiable experience in performing qualitative data analysis using NVivo, Dedoose or any to other related qualitative analysis software
Specific experience and skills required:

2+ years’... experience in research involving human participants
2+ years conducting in-depth interviewing, focus group discussions, and participant observation.
Experience supervising field data collectors
Strong organizational, planning, and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a team player


Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills are required.

Qualifications Preferred:
Any of the following additional experience is preferred.

Previous experience working with health care providers and patients
Research plan development and execution
Coordination of multi-county studies and interventions

Candidate must be able to:

Assist with report creation, including writing, analysis, and chart and table creation in Excel or PowerPoint.
Detailed note-taking during client calls and meetings.
Able to effectively problem solve logistical issues and self-initiate solutions. Proactively identify issues and suggest solutions on how to make projects run more smoothly. more

Required qualifications:

A degree in health, Social science or related field
Knowledge of ethical issues relating to the conduct of research on human subjects.
Proven experience in qualitative research, including facilitating interviews and note-taking.
Proficiency in both Kiswahili and English (written and spoken).
High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with... the study participants.
Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills.

Skills / Abilities / Competencies:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Access, Outlook, and Excel).
Excellent skills in using mobile phones/computers/laptops/ tape recorders in transmitting information.
Remarkable skills in transcription and translation of qualitative data.
The candidate must possess the ability to work effectively under minimal supervision and open minded.
Immediate availability is an added advantage more