Research Assistant -Nairobi NGO Job ICRHK

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The Mixed-Methods Research Assistant will play a central role in collecting both qualitative and quantitative data from women presenting with Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) at participating health facilities. This includes identifying and screening eligible participants, obtaining informed consent, and conducting structured quantitative interviews using approved digital tools. In addition, the Research Assistant will recruit and engage participants for qualitative interviews, including in-depth interviews (IDIs) and key informant interviews (KIIs), to gather detailed, non-numerical insights on diagnostic pathways and women’s care experiences.

The position requires the ability to interact professionally with clients and facility staff, ensure accurate and timely data capture, maintain strict ethical and confidentiality standards, and uphold high levels of data quality across both methods.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all in-person fieldwork and project training sessions for the full designated period.
• Sign and comply with all study confidentiality, ethics, and data protection requirements.
• Engage with health facility staff to identify, recruit, and screen eligible participants according to study criteria.
• Obtain informed consent from participants, ensuring they fully understand the study purpose and procedures.
• Administer structured questionnaires and collect high-quality quantitative data using approved tools.
• Conduct and moderate qualitative interviews (including in-depth and key informant interviews) using structured or semi-structured guides.
• Accurately document qualitative responses through detailed notes and digital audio recordings.
• Prepare and submit complete, well-formatted transcripts (verbatim and clean read) for assigned qualitative interviews.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry, verification, and submission of all qualitative and quantitative data for daily cross-checking and quality assurance.
• Maintain strict ethical standards, including participant privacy, confidentiality, and respectful engagement.
• Ensure timely and secure transmission of data to the central server and maintain proper handling of all sensitive information.
• Manage study materials and equipment, including questionnaires, consent forms, audio recorders, and other field tools according to study protocol.
• Compile daily field progress updates, debriefing notes, and contribute to problem-solving discussions with supervisors and the wider project team.
• Summarize emerging findings and provide feedback to the research team to support ongoing analysis.
• Manage interview and data collection logistics and promptly report any field challenges.
• Be available to work full-time during data collection and participate in scheduled team meetings.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the study coordinator or project management team.

Position Attributes / Details

• At least 3 years of experience in sexual and reproductive health related research involving both qualitative and/or quantitative data collection.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting qualitative interviews (IDIs, KIIs), note-taking, and using qualitative research tools.
• Proven experience collecting quantitative data directly from participants in a health facility or clinical settings.
• Prior experience working with NGOs or reputable research organizations/institutions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to interpret basic clinical notes is an added advantage.
• High ethical standards and commitment to participant welfare.
• Fluency in English and Swahili (oral and written). Knowledge of at least one local language spoken in the target counties is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and facility staff.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability.
• Familiarity with the study settings (Murang’a, Nairobi, Kilifi, and Mombasa).
• Preference for candidates residing in the target counties.

Requirements

Qualification

• A bachelor’s degree in public health, Population Health, Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Social Science or other health related fields.

Skill Qualifications

• Proficiency in electronic data collection platforms such as ODK, SurveyCTO, or similar, including ability to use digital devices for recording and documentation of qualitative data.      Proficient
• Experience in qualitative transcription, translation, coding, and analysis using software such as NVivo or Dedoose.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.
• Strong organizational, time management, and teamwork skills.

How to Apply

Click here to apply by 30th March 2026