Aga Khan University Field Enumerators, Institute for Human Development Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University Field Enumerators, Institute for Human Development Jobs in Kenya

Introduction

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international university, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents.

An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in multiple health science and social science disciplines, carries out research pertinent primarily to low- and middle-income countries and operates 7 hospitals (soon 8) and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards.

It has almost 2,500 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As a leading international institution dedicated to excellence and change, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact and access.

The Institute for Human Development (IHD) is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge with direct relevance for policies, programs, and practices that enhance life experiences at all stages of human development.

In its foundational years, the Institute seeks particularly to become a visible instrumental force, locally as well as globally, for advancing knowledge about the earliest years of children’s development and for harnessing such knowledge for the purpose of shaping policies and interventions that ensure a strong start in life for all children wherever they may live.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will support with consenting study participants, qualitative and quantitative data collection and data management assignments for the project during the implementation of the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) Intervention. This project will take place in the informal settlements of Dagoretti and Ruaraka sub-counties.

Responsibilities

Undertake training in good clinical practice (GCP), research ethics, SOP and other project associated training;

Assist

in community engagement processes;

Assist in logistical preparation for recruitment, mobilization, and consenting processes;

Introduce the study to the participants, screen for eligibility, and seek for their informed consent to participate in SPARK study activities;

Coordinate appointments and referrals for caregivers and children with developmental disorders;

Conduct data collection and ensure quality, ethics and COVID-19 safety protocols are adhered to;

Ensure proper storage of all records and raw data;

Support with transcribing qualitative data;

When called upon, support SPARK research teams to develop and implement other study specific activities; and

Enhance health and safety aspects of activities being undertaken.

Requirements

Higher diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies, Education or other relevant fields in Child Health;

Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in qualitative and/or mixed methods research including conducting surveys, interviews, and group discussions;

Training in Good Clinical Practice;

A research background and knowledge on childhood disabilities is desirable;

Experience working with children with disabilities is an added advantage;

Proficiency in collecting data using electronic interface e.g. RedCAP; and

Experience administering psychosocial instruments and longitudinal data collection is an added advantage.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Aga Khan University Field Enumerators, Institute for Human Development Jobs in Kenya

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