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Research Scientist – Kakamega County
Key Responsibilities:
- Make appointments with study participants, administer informed consent and conduct research interviews
- Transcribe and translate (if necessary) audio files and submit typed transcripts including interview summary notes to the Social Scientist in a timely manner
- Review transcripts for any spelling, grammar or formatting errors, as well as other inconsistencies
- Debrief with social science team on a regular basis
- Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and respect sensitive information
- Ensure that data quality assurance procedures are strictly adhered to
- Participate in planning meetings and scheduled conference calls with Social Scientist and study partners
- Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences (preferably Anthropology or Sociology) from a recognized university | Mandatory |
| 2 | Strong written and oral communication skills | Mandatory |
| 3 | Proficiency with Microsoft Office | Mandatory |
| 4 | Willingness to reside in field study sites | Mandatory |
| 5 | Creating accurate written versions of audio recordings | Mandatory |
| 6 | Good typing speed and attention to detail | Mandatory |
| 7 | Excellent listening and reading skills | Mandatory |
| 8 | Strong translation skills | Mandatory |
