African Population and Health Research Center Jobs in Kenya
African Population and Health Research Center Knowledge Translation Specialist Jobs in Kenya
IntroductionThe African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and engaged in multidisciplinary, evidence-informed policy research.
Responsibilities
Review and synthesis of research output – Review existing APHRC research evidence on fecal waste management policies and practices in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Synthesize this evidence and highlight key takeaways in format that is accessible for a variety of audiences including policy makers at national and sub-national level, civil society organizations, and lay audiences.
Prepare information, communication and educational (ICE) material – Develop ICE materials based on recommendations from project team e.g. factsheets, infographics, briefing papers, animations, etc.
Developed materials will vary depending on target audiences.
Advise on visuals that will be used to strengthen messaging in the ICE materials.
Develop scripts and storyboards for any videos, animations or infographics that are recommended for production.
Qualifications
Minimum qualification is a Bachelor’s (undergraduate) degree in Public Health, Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Development Studies or related areas of study
At least two years of post-qualification work experience in the WASH sector, preferably in a communications role within East Africa
Solid understanding of urban sanitation issues especially for low-income areas and informal settlements.
Ability to communicate about these simply in a compelling manner across different media
Exceptional writing and editing skills
A resourceful self-starter with analytical and organizational skills.
Strong team player, able to collaborate with a team of highly-skilled professionals.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently to fulfill team goals and manage multiple deadlines.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 10th November, 2017 with the subject, ‘Knowledge Translation Specialist.’ to:
jobs@aphrc.org
African Population and Health Research Center Knowledge Data Analyst Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Participate in the development, review and translation of research tools;
Participate in the pre-testing of data collection platforms;
Data cleaning including doing all required consistency checks for project data;
Document project data sets according to the Center’s guidelines on data documentation, archiving and sharing;
Extract data and prepare analytical files;
Develop template syntax files for research staff to use in creating various data sets;
Perform basic and advanced statistical analysis of data;
Assist in training other staff members on data
analysis;
Participate in scientific writing;
Write technical reports on data issues; and
Participate in proposal development and literature review.
Qualifications
Strong conceptual and analytical skills including the ability to analyze and interpret large data sets;
Proactive and self-motivated; and
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Master’s degree in statistics or equivalent;
A minimum of 5 years relevant post-qualification experience;
High level quantitative skills (managing, analyzing and interpreting data), such as multivariate and multilevel / longitudinal analyses (preferably with STATA);
Computer literacy in Microsoft packages (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); and
Experience using Open Data Kit (ODK) software and Nesstar is highly desirable.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 13th November, 2017 to:
The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center
P.O. Box 10787 – 00100
Nairobi
For more information and job application details, see; African Population and Health Research Center Knowledge Data Analyst Jobs in Kenya
African Population and Health Research Center Knowledge Temporary Data Analyst Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities
Data cleaning including doing all required consistency checks;
Document data sets according to the APHRC guidelines on data documentation, archiving and sharing;
Clean syntax files for research staff to use in creating various data sets;
Perform descriptive statistical analysis of data and present in tables and graphs;
Document descriptive statistics syntax.
Qualifications
A recent Master’s degree graduate in statistics, biostatistics or equivalent in a relevant area
Knowledge of statistical software’s - preferably STATA
Advanced competency in Microsoft packages (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 5th November, 2017 to:
The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O. Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
For more information and job application details, see; African Population and Health Research Center Knowledge Temporary Data Analyst Jobs in Kenya
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