Quantitative and Qualitative Field Interviewers - ECD

Duties and Responsibilities

Mobilize study participants in accordance with predefined criteria outlined in the study Guidelines.

Conduct quantitative in-person interviews with study participants following the provided questionnaire and protocols

Ensure accurate and complete data collection during interviews, paying attention to detail and maintaining confidentiality

Edit and submit collected data for daily cross-checking and verification by the designated team leader

Fill in and submit daily field reports/timesheets accurately and in a timely manner

Attend all scheduled training sessions and progress meetings as required by the project team

Maintain the safety and responsible handling of all study tools and equipment provided for the interviews

Assist the research team in other project-related activities as needed

Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor to further the project’s objectives

Minimum qualifications

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C Plain or equivalent

Proficient in English, Kiswahili and local languages (Rendile/Borana/Somali/Dholuo (verbal and written))

Experience in electronic data collection methods like SurveyCTO or Open Data Kit (ODK) is highly desirable

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both spoken and written

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating reliability and accountability

Must be a resident of Homa Bay or Isiolo Counties

Ability to adhere to protocols and guidelines for data collection, ensuring ethical conduct throughout the research process

Previous experience in conducting quantitative interviews

Qualitative Field Interviewers

Duties and Responsibilities

Moderate/ facilitate qualitative interviews with various stakeholders at county and Community levels

Record interviews, take notes and compile comprehensive qualitative interview debriefing notes

Hold debrief discussions and exploration of ideas between the interviewers and the investigators

Prepare data collection progress updates and reports

Any other related activities assigned by the supervisor and project manager

Minimum qualifications

Holder of a bachelor’s degree preferably in Early Childhood Development or any relevant discipline

Previous experience conducting qualitative interviews

Proficient in English, Kiswahili and local languages (Rendile/Borana/Somali/Dholuo (verbal and written))

Excellent communication and interpersonal

Should be available to provide any clarification on the translation when needed to do so

Must be a resident of one of the study counties (Homa Bay or Isiolo counties)

Industries:Human Resources

Function: Others