African Population and Health Research Center Vacancies

APHRC seeks to recruit a Research Officer in a project titled “the effect of cultural institutions and culturally-sensitive facility-based delivery on maternal and newborn health service utilization and outcomes among pastoral dropout populations in Garissa, Kenya: a formative study”. Also known as “Afya Kwa Ukoo”

Objective of the study:

The study proposes to test a package of two innovative community-and facility-based interventions to: a) increase demand for maternal and newborn health services the traditional clan system; and b) improve the birthing experience in institutions by providing culturally and socially sensitive and acceptable delivery services at health facilities. The ultimate goal of both interventions is to reduce maternal and newborn deaths by minimizing pregnancy-related complications and ensuring proper and timely management of obstetric emergencies.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate must be self-motivated and flexible with ability to mobilize, manage and coordinate diverse groups of urban education stakeholders in East Africa. The position will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Tanzania and Uganda. The successful candidate will be working under the guidance of the project manager and the Education Working Group Coordinator.

Responsibilities