APHRC Research Officer Jobs Vacancy in Kenya
APHRC Research Officer Jobs Vacancy in Kenya
The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an African-led and Africa-based international research institute committed to conducting high quality and policy-relevant multidisciplinary research.
Our researchers address important development issues and challenges facing sub-Saharan Africa in areas such as education, population, health, aging, urbanization and wellbeing.
Our goal is to generate evidence for meaningful action, engage with policy makers in the region to disseminate our research findings, influence policy decisions and improve the quality of life in Africa.
The APHRC seeks to recruit a Research Officer to work in the West Africa Regional Office (WARO) in Senegal.
Major Responsibilities
Lead the process of obtaining ethical approval for research projects
Develop study tools, training and manuals and field guides to use for data collection
Coordinate the recruitment, training and supervision of the field team
Coordinate field work and be responsible for data quality
Mobilize and educate the community in relation to the research project
Participate in the development of research proposals
Support translation of project documents from English to French and vice-versa
Conduct literature review and participate in writing scientific papers
Prepare regular field and project reports
Participate in dissemination
of research findings and policy dialogue with appropriate audiences
Prepare policy briefs and fact sheets from the projects’ findings
Other duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience
Masters in Demography, Statistics, Economics, Public Health, Geography, Sociology or related disciplines
At least 3 years’ post qualification experience, preferably in a research setting
Experience conducting field data collection, both qualitative and quantitative
Experience managing field research teams
Excellent oral and written communication in English and French
Ability to work independently, set priorities, juggle tasks and meet tight deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work in a culturally diverse team
Experience working in Francophone West Africa.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; APHRC Research Officer Jobs Vacancy in Kenya
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