Vacancy No. FN-01-12-2022

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct informed consent activities for the study 
• Administer quantitative questionnaires to study participants using tablet PCs 
• Collect and prepare dried blood spot samples from participants 
• Timely Data entry of study information collected from participants 
• Respond to data queries 
• Work with the assistant study coordinator to ensure accurate data collection and entry 
• Understand the study design and objectives to assist in the successful implementation of the study 
• Communicate with assistant study coordinator and data manager regularly on study data progress 
• Ensure compliance to protocol and procedures for the study 
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting as per study protocol 
• Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field. 
• Knowledge of computer packages such as MS word, excel, Access and comfortable working

Other required skills:

• Excellent communication, organizational skills and detail-oriented 
• Independent judgment and resourcefulness, understanding of the local social and geographical 
• landscape as well as the community required 
• Fluency in English, Kiswahili and Dholuo required 

Vacancy No. FN-02-12-2022

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct informed consent activities for the study 
• Conducting HIV testing and counseling (HTS) services to the study participants
• Administer quantitative questionnaires to study participants using tablet PCs 
• Collect and prepare dried blood spot samples from participants 
• Timely Data entry of study information collected from participants 
• Respond to data queries 
• Work with the assistant study coordinator to ensure accurate data collection and entry 
• Understand the study design and objectives to assist in the successful implementation of the study 
• Communicate with assistant study coordinator and data manager regularly on study data progress 
• Ensure compliance to protocol and procedures for the study 
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting as per study protocol 
• Works in a professional and ethical manner with competence, accountability and integrity
• Participating in study meetings (in-person, internet conference calls) 
• Assisting with dissemination of study findings

Qualifications: 

• Minimum Higher Diploma in Health or Social Sciences. Bachelor’s Degree qualification in the related field will be an added advantage 
• Training, NASCOP certification and experience in HIV Testing & Counselling. Training and experience in adolescent counseling will be an added advantage. 

Experience:

• Experience with community-based research for public health or clinical studies preferred. 
• Experience with research studies or programs focused on adolescents strongly preferred 
• Training and experience in conducting quantitative surveys preferred

Vacancy No. FN-03-12-2022

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop an in-depth understanding of study design and goals, and ensure that the study is conducted in compliance with study protocols and other regulatory requirements. 
• Identify and Mobilize eligible participants for the interviews 
• Work closely with the study coordinators to prepare weekly interview schedules 
• Conduct qualitative interviews among participants 
• Assist in transcription and translation of the collected data 
• Write debrief reports 
• Provide regular progress reports to the study coordinators 
• Assist in coordinating community advisory group (CAG) meetings 
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of research and data collection activities 
• Participate in regular research team virtual and physical meetings 
• Respond to questions about the study posed by participants and any other relevant persons 

Qualifications:

• Minimum Higher Diploma in Social Sciences related field.

Experience: 

• At least 3 years’ experience in conducting qualitative interviews, translation and transcription of qualitative data and 
• one year experience working in a community-based research project in an urban or semi-urban area 
• Knowledge and experience in community entry strategies 
• Knowledge in qualitative data cleaning and coding Additional desirable qualities 
• Commitment to integrity and high quality performance 
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Swahili 
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team 
• Keen and attentive to detail 
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures 
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision 
• Flexibility to travel and interview participants in time and place of their convenience