At the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), there is a passion for research and a heart for people. The Center is dedicated to transforming lives in Africa through research that generates high-quality evidence and influences policy and practice. With a team that is both multicultural and multidisciplinary, APHRC provides an environment where innovation thrives and knowledge directly informs action on health and development across the continent.
To support its mission and staff, APHRC remains committed to fostering an inclusive workplace atmosphere, building a positive organizational culture, and ensuring a healthy working environment. A career with APHRC provides opportunities for collaboration, personal and professional growth, and engagement in varied global experiences. The organization values fairness, integrity, and excellence, which are reflected in every project and partnership it undertakes.
For individuals seeking a dynamic and meaningful career, APHRC offers opportunities that make a lasting difference. Currently, the organization invites applications for the position of Quantitative Field Interviewers to support its Kenya Young Adolescents Gender Norms Study.
APHRC
The African Population and Health Research Center is a leading research-to-policy institution working to address health and development challenges in Africa. Through its programs, APHRC generates evidence, strengthens research capacity, and supports knowledge translation to influence decisions that shape the continent’s future. The Center works closely with governments, research institutions, civil society, and international partners to ensure that evidence leads to meaningful policy actions.
With a vision to build strong African research leadership and promote evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM), APHRC focuses on key areas such as health systems, population dynamics, education, urbanization, and social development. The institution provides a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to come together to tackle some of the most pressing challenges affecting Africa.
About the Kenya Young Adolescents Gender Norms Study
APHRC is currently implementing the Kenya Young Adolescents Gender Norms Study. This initiative seeks to generate robust evidence on the gender norms that influence the behavior, health, and socio-economic outcomes of young adolescents aged 10 to 14 years in Kenya. The study will document and analyze how gender expectations, roles, and cultural values shape opportunities and experiences at a formative stage in the lives of adolescents.
The evidence produced will be strategically shared with stakeholders at community, county, national, and regional levels to support programs, interventions, and policies that address gender inequalities. Ultimately, the findings will contribute to shaping interventions aimed at improving the well-being and future prospects of young people in Kenya and across sub-Saharan Africa.
To achieve this, APHRC requires skilled and dedicated individuals to serve as Quantitative Field Interviewers. The interviewers will play a key role in collecting accurate, reliable, and high-quality data that reflects the experiences and realities of young adolescents and their households.
Position: Quantitative Field Interviewers
Location: Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Makueni, Tharaka Nithi, Kirinyaga, Nairobi, Garissa, Migori, Kisumu, Kericho, Vihiga, Narok, Uasin Gishu, Turkana
Duration of Fieldwork: November 2025 – January 2026
Role Overview
The Quantitative Field Interviewers will be responsible for data collection under the Kenya Young Adolescents Gender Norms Study. The role requires working in close collaboration with Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) officers to identify eligible households and conduct structured interviews with respondents. The work will be conducted in select counties across Kenya where the study is being implemented.
Interviewers will be expected to ensure that the data collected is accurate, confidential, and ethically obtained. This role is ideal for individuals who have previous experience in quantitative data collection, possess strong interpersonal skills, and can work diligently in diverse communities.
Responsibilities and Duties
The primary responsibilities and duties of the Quantitative Field Interviewers will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conduct household listing exercises in assigned enumeration areas, working in collaboration with KNBS officers to ensure all eligible households are accurately identified based on the study’s inclusion criteria.
- Approach selected households with professionalism and courtesy, explaining the purpose of the study to potential participants to gain their cooperation and participation.
- Obtain and document informed consent and assent from study participants before conducting any interviews. This includes ensuring that participants fully understand their rights, the purpose of the study, and the voluntary nature of their participation.
- Conduct structured, standardized interviews with eligible respondents using Survey CTO, an electronic data capture platform. Ensure accuracy and completeness in all responses recorded.
- Carefully follow study protocols and guidelines to ensure data collected is consistent, reliable, and of high quality.
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all respondents throughout the data collection process.
- Ensure all electronic data collected is uploaded and securely transmitted as per project instructions and within the timelines provided.
- Report any challenges, field experiences, or issues encountered during data collection to the field supervisor promptly.
- Participate in all training sessions organized by APHRC prior to the commencement of data collection to gain a full understanding of study procedures, ethical requirements, and use of digital tools.
- Support supervisors in monitoring data quality by responding to queries, correcting flagged inconsistencies, and re-visiting households when necessary.
- Collaborate effectively with other field interviewers, supervisors, and the research team to ensure smooth operations and achievement of study objectives.
- Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors to facilitate successful implementation of the fieldwork exercise.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the position of Quantitative Field Interviewer, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Possession of a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum overall grade of C.
- Proven hands-on experience in conducting quantitative data collection in field settings, with evidence of use of digital data collection tools such as Survey CTO, ODK, or other platforms.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with respondents and community members.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to support respectful and professional interactions in diverse cultural and social settings.
- Proficiency in electronic data capture and experience in working with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to prepare simple reports, summarize field experiences, and communicate findings to supervisors.
- Availability to work full-time on the project for the entire duration of the study, including weekends if necessary.
- Residency in one of the study counties: Kirinyaga, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Makueni, Tharaka Nithi, Nairobi, Garissa, Migori, Kisumu, Narok, Uasin Gishu, Turkana, Kericho, or Vihiga.
- Fluency in both oral and written English and Swahili. Familiarity with local languages spoken in the target counties is considered an added advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks under limited supervision.
- Willingness to work in challenging environments and travel within the designated county as required.
- Proven ability to collaborate as part of a large, multidisciplinary research team and to adapt to dynamic fieldwork conditions.
Additional Considerations
While the minimum requirements outline the qualifications necessary for the role, successful candidates are expected to demonstrate the following attributes:
- High levels of integrity, reliability, and responsibility when handling sensitive data and interacting with respondents.
- A strong sense of professionalism and ethical responsibility in the performance of all tasks.
- Commitment to the objectives of the Kenya Young Adolescents Gender Norms Study and the broader mission of APHRC.
- Flexibility to adjust to unanticipated challenges during fieldwork while maintaining adherence to study protocols.
