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Research Officer(HSU) Nairobi
Key Responsibilities:
- To contribute to the development of research proposal as needed, including through reviewing literature and synthesising learning from reviews and supporting the development of data collection tools.
- To support, and in designated instances take primary responsibility for; community sensitization, stakeholder engagement, data collection including, supporting planning for fieldwork, and managing all interactions with study participants in ways that positively support ethical conduct and the collection of high-quality data. Given the nature of the study, fieldwork might sometimes necessitate weekend work.
- To contribute to the management and analysis of data from the study and take primary responsibility for analysis in designated areas.
- To support the dissemination of study findings as necessary, including through the preparation of drafts of reports and manuscripts for publication; making presentations at scientific meetings, and supporting feedback to study participants.
- To actively contribute to developing their capacity in social science and related research methods, particularly for qualitative research. This includes engaging with a wide literature on relevant topics and social science methods, active participation in pieces of training provided, and focused efforts to continuously seek and act on feedback on performance.
- To attend departmental and programme scientific meetings, including Programme seminars and regular meetings of the Social Science Group.
- And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Vacancy Requirements:
| # | Description. | Requirement Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Master’s degree in a relevant subject such as Social Science & Humanities Anthropology or sociology-, from a recognized institution. | Mandatory |
| 2 | At least three(3) years of research experience, ideally including experience in collecting and analysing qualitative research data through interviews, focus group discussions and non-participant observations, health systems research, stakeholder engagement. | Mandatory |
| 3 | Evidence of ability to produce and publish research. | Mandatory |
| 4 | Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications. | Mandatory |
| 5 | Knowledge of NVivo (qualitative analysis) software will be an added advantage. | Mandatory |
| 6 | Willingness to travel within Kenya and spend time conducting field work. | Desirable |
| 7 | Excellent understanding of the Kenyan health system. | Desirable |
| 8 | Experience of participatory research and co-design. | Desirable |
| 9 | Excellent organisational and communication skills. | Desirable |
| 10 | Experience of engaging with stakeholders at community, hospital, county and national level. | Desirable |
| 11 | Good writing skills. | Mandatory |
| 12 | Good planning, organisation, and coordination skills. | Mandatory |
| 13 | Good presentation skills. | Mandatory |
| 14 | Ability to take and follow instructions, show initiative, keen to learn, and proactive with the ability to work under minimal supervision. | Mandatory |
| 15 | Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. | Mandatory |
| 16 | Flexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking, and attention to detail. | Mandatory |
| 17 | Conscientiousness, timeliness, and willingness to work to meet deadlines. | Mandatory |
| 18 | Team working and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. | Mandatory |
